Dr. Sushama R. Chaphalkar

PhD in Microbiology

Biotechnology, Microbiology

Dr. Sushama R. Chaphalkar is a senior researcher and academician based in Pune, India. She holds a PhD in Microbiology and comes with vast experience in research and education in Biotechnology. In her illustrious career spanning three decades and a half, she held prominent leadership positions in academia and industry. As the Founder-Director of a renowned Biotechnology institute, she worked extensively on high-end research projects of industrial significance, fostering a stronger bond between industry and academia.

Dr. Chaphalkar is passionate about sustainable development through Biotechnology and brought about significant agrarian development in parts of rural Maharashtra, through her 11-year-long project titled “Biovillage,” which involved need-based research as well as training of the rural population, especially farmers. When she is not working or mentoring students, she finds joy in avid reading, music, gardening, culinary adventures, and exploring new destinations through travel.

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Articles from Sushama R.

Sympathetic nervous system and immune interplay: Key to metabolic regulation

A review in Advanced Science explores the interaction between the immune system and the sympathetic nervous system in regulating vital metabolic organs like the pancreas, liver, and adipose tissues. This comprehensive analysis provides insights into the neuroimmune relationships affecting metabolism, offering potential new therapeutic strategies for metabolic diseases.

5 Dec 2023

Study reveals how maternal diabetes affects birth defects at the single-cell level

The mechanisms by which maternal diabetes mellitus contributes to congenital abnormalities in the fetus.

4 Dec 2023

Navigating STXBP1-related disorders: Unraveling clinical and developmental outcomes

Researchers examined the combined patient-years of seizure and developmental histories in individuals with disorders related to the STXBP1 gene.

4 Dec 2023

Science tackles mental health: New tools against anxiety and depression in a stressed world

This review in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences discusses the role of scientific tools in combating mental health disorders like anxiety, MDD, and PTSD, emphasizing the need for a deep scientific understanding and diverse treatment approaches in the face of a global surge in psychological stress. The study explores stress biology, treatment strategies, and the importance of personalized scientific approaches to effectively address the mental health crisis.

29 Nov 2023

Link between stress and autoimmunity: New insights into depression from mice to humans

Study investigates the link between stress and autoimmunity, finding a correlation between higher levels of serum and brain-reactive antibodies and depression-like behaviors in mice and humans with Major Depressive Disorder.

28 Nov 2023

Omega-3s in the spotlight: The impact of EPA and DHA on athlete health and performance

Research paper reviews the effects of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA, on athletes, discussing their benefits in inflammation control, cognitive function, and muscle maintenance, and the need for further research to fully understand their impact. It also addresses the risks and optimal intake of these supplements, highlighting their potential to improve athletic performance and recovery with minimal adverse effects at recommended doses.

27 Nov 2023

Fermented foods may have fueled human brain growth, new evolutionary theory proposes

Review in Communications Biology suggests that the external fermentation of foods may have played a key role in the expansion of the hominid brain. The "external fermentation hypothesis" posits that early hominins' practice of fermenting foods externally contributed to brain growth and gut reduction, offering a novel perspective on human evolution and dietary practices.

26 Nov 2023

Multi-ingredient herbal supplement boosts cognitive speed and gut health in seniors

In a study on elderly patients with subjective memory decline, a 90-day herbal supplement regimen improved cognitive task speed and altered gut microbiota, despite causing memory deficits. This intervention increased urinary tyrosine levels, suggesting a dopaminergic activity role in cognitive enhancements.

26 Nov 2023

Maternal exercise shapes early yolk sac growth, varies with baby's sex

This study in Scientific Reports reveals that maternal physical activity impacts yolk sac development in early pregnancy, with effects varying based on gestational age and the sex of the embryo, underscoring the nuanced relationship between maternal behavior and embryonic growth.

23 Nov 2023

New insights into how SARS-CoV-2 evades our immune system

This review in Cellular and Molecular Immunology delves into the innate immune response to SARS-CoV-2, exploring how the virus evades immunity and the potential role of innate immunity in long-COVID and vaccine responses, shedding light on future therapeutic strategies.