Pushkar Sharma

Researchers are invited to apply for the @HFSP Research Grants 2027, supported by the Human Frontier Science Program Organization to advance innovative and interdisciplinary research in life sciences. Through the partnership with the Department of Biotechnology, Indian scientists are encouraged to collaborate globally and explore new frontiers in biological research. 🗓 Letter of Intent Opens: 17 March 2026 ⏳ Submission Deadline: 26 March 2026 🔗 Learn more: hfsp.org/funding/hfsp-f… #HFSP #ResearchGrants #LifeSciences #GlobalScience #Biotechnology #ResearchCollaboration @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @BricDbt @NABI_India @bric_ils @NIPGRsocial @NImmunology @HydNiab @BRIC_CDFD @DBT_NCCS_Pune @ICGEB @DBT_inStem @DBT_NBRC @RGCB_Trivandrum @THSTIFaridabad @ICGEBNewDelhi @unescorcb @BIRAC_2012 @ICMRDELHI @IndiaDST @moesgoi @ICMRDELHI @PrinSciAdvOff @CSIR_IND @CSIR_NIScPR @moesgoi @IndiaDST

University of Illinois researchers led by chemistry Prof. Zan Luthey-Schulten simulated the entire life cycle of a minimal bacterial cell, tracking every gene, protein, RNA, and reaction at nanoscale resolution. ➡️bit.ly/3Pcxdui

Application timelines for Collaborative grants are now live! Mark the dates and start preparing your proposals. Learn more: indiaalliance.org/phase-iii/comp… @DBTIndia @wellcometrust @rajesh_gokhale @jarottingen

Advancing Hope in Alzheimer’s Research A new study, now available online, identifies Ubiquitin ligase Itch as a promising novel therapeutic target for Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). The research highlights that clomipramine—a clinically approved drug used for psychiatric disorders and known to inhibit Itch—was able to prevent cognitive decline and neurodegeneration in an AD mouse model. These findings open exciting possibilities for drug repurposing strategies in Alzheimer’s treatment. In addition, the team demonstrated that adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapy delivering loss-of-function Itch mutants also led to significant cognitive improvement, further strengthening the therapeutic potential of targeting Itch. This achievement reflects the exceptional dedication and scientific rigor of Dr. Monika Chauhan, Komal Singh, and the research team. @NImmunology marked the occasion of National Science Day (28 February 2026) by celebrating their achievements under the inspiring theme: “Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat.” 🔗 Read the pre-proof here: lnkd.in/gqfUp8wD #WomenInSTEM #Biotechnology #AlzheimersResearch #DrugRepurposing #ViksitBharat @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @BricDbt @NABI_India @bric_ils @NIPGRsocial @FollowDbtNibmg @HydNiab @BRIC_CDFD @ICGEB @DBT_NCCS_Pune @DBT_inStem @DBT_NBRC @RGCB_Trivandrum @THSTIFaridabad @DBT_IBSD @ICGEBNewDelhi @unescorcb @BIRAC_2012

Decoding Cell Division in the Malaria Parasite Understanding how the malaria parasite multiplies inside both the human host and the mosquito vector is critical to disrupting disease transmission. A recent study @NImmunology, uncovers the crucial role of Aurora Related Kinase 1 (ARK1) in regulating parasite cell division. The research demonstrates that ARK1 is specifically expressed during mitosis and plays a key role in spindle formation and nuclear division—both in human red blood cells (RBCs) and in the mosquito host. These findings provide important insights into the unique and distinct division mechanisms of the malaria parasite across its life cycle stages. This work reflects the dedicated efforts of Annu Nagar (PhD scholar) and collaborative contributions from Ryuji Yanase, Zeeshan, and the team of Rita Tewari (University of Nottingham), along with Eelco Tromer and Karine Le Roch. The study was supported through a DBT/Wellcome Trust India Alliance Team Science Grant, highlighting the power of collaborative research in advancing fundamental discoveries. 📖 Read the full story in Nature Portfolio: lnkd.in/gHpfMWti #MalariaResearch #CellDivision #Biotechnology #GlobalCollaboration @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @BricDbt @NABI_India @bric_ils @NIPGRsocial @NImmunology @FollowDbtNibmg @HydNiab @BRIC_CDFD @DBT_NCCS_Pune @ICGEB @DBT_inStem @DBT_NBRC @RGCB_Trivandrum @THSTIFaridabad @DBT_IBSD @ICGEBNewDelhi @unescorcb @BIRAC_2012 @India_Alliance

Monika @ChauhanMoni1 and Komal show that targeting Ub-ligase by psychiatric drug clomipramine or AAV improves Alzheimer's Disease-related cognitive decline in our recent paper. @NImmunology @iScience_CP @DBTIndia @BricDbt Read more here in pre-proof cell.com/iscience/fullt…

#NationalScienceDay2026 Empowered Women, Empowering Science !

Great effort by student Annu Nagar and collaborations with group of Rita Tewari to unravel the role of kinase ARK1 in the division of malaria parasite in human and vector host! Thanks Eelco Tromer for bionformatics! & @India_Alliance for a Team Grant nature.com/articles/s4146…

This was truly a fantastic team effort. A very special thanks to @RitaTewari, @PushkarTweeter, @EelcoTromer, and the brilliant PhD student Annu Nagar for making this happen. So proud to have our great collaboration published by @NatureComms. nature.com/articles/s4146…

Happy to share our work on Aurora kinase 1 (ARK1) that drives atypical mitosis and proliferation of the malaria parasite @RyujiYanase @EelcoTromer @Zeeshan_MF @PushkarTweeter @David_Guttery @KarineLeRoch1 nature.com/articles/s4146…

Great effort Ryuji, Zeeshan and Annu!!

Great to be part of this important moment in Indo- French research collaborations, which will bring together scientists from the two countries to understand and tackle challenging infectious diseases @CNRS @Inserm_EN @agenceANRS @NImmunology

Phenomenal speech by @EmmanuelMacron at the #AIImpactSummit . My favourite and a most charismatic leader.

@Ramande39667129 @arun_PhD Congratulations Raman!!

Happy to share a recent work from our lab has been published in Science Advances. In this research we show that cross talk between VapBC sub family of TA systems. We also demonstrated VapC toxin binds to copper and contributes to pathogenesis. Excellent work done by @arun_PhD.

Women constitute less than one-third of the world’s researchers (@UNESCO). Closing this gap is not only about equity—it strengthens the quality, relevance and impact of science. As we mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science#IDWGIS2026, we at BRIC-NII echo this year's theme “Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM & Finance", a four-pillar approach to building inclusive futures for women and girls in science and innovation. Pictured: Women of BRIC-NII #WomenInScience #GirlsInSTEM #InclusiveScience @DBTIndia @BricDbt @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @deb030903 @unescoindia @IndiaDST

Great to see one of the most talented players win another slam. Worked hard to overcome health and other issues faced in last 2 years, regained lost ranking. 0-3 down in final set, fought off old demons that threatened, and beat #1 player👍👍👍#lenarybakina

The call is out!

@DrJitendraSingh Great gesture by the Hon'ble Minister!

Hosted get-together for the #JammuAndKashmir tableau team which had performed at the #RepublicDay2026 celebrations at Kartavya Path yesterday. Complimented the team members for their disciplined, collective effort.

The International Human Frontier Science Program (@HFSP) invites applications for HFSP Research Grants 2027, supporting innovative basic research in life sciences through international and interdisciplinary collaboration. Under the HFSPO–India partnership, the @DBTIndia encourages Indian researchers to apply. 🗓 LoI initiation: by 17 March 2026 🗓 LoI submission: 26 March 2026 🔗 Application guidelines: dbtindia.gov.in/latest-announc… Collaborate globally. Advance the frontiers of science. #HFSP2027 #HFSPGrants #LifeSciences #InternationalCollaboration #InterdisciplinaryResearch @DrJitendraSingh @rajesh_gokhale @BricDbt @NABI_India @bric_ils @NIPGRsocial @NImmunology @DBT_NBRC @FollowDbtNibmg @HydNiab @BRIC_CDFD @DBT_NCCS_Pune @ICGEB @DBT_inStem @iiscbangalore @iitdelhi @iitbombay @iitmadras @IITKanpur @ICMRDELHI @RGCB_Trivandrum @THSTIFaridabad @ICGEBNewDelhi @IndiaDST @isro @unescorcb @BIRAC_2012 @EduMinOfIndia @PrinSciAdvOff

From basic biology to new experimental tools, #HFSPawardees push the limits of knowledge and the Awardees Meeting is where these ideas come together: 🎥 zurl.co/W1eIG This is the kind of science you’ll be part of! Call for Abstracts is open: zurl.co/6oBUu