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.

Articles from Sushama R.

Altered breathing in those without a sense of smell could explain health issues

Altered breathing in those without a sense of smell could explain health issues

Research shows individuals with anosmia have altered breathing patterns, linking smell loss to health issues and highlighting olfaction's role in respiration.

22 Oct 2024

Online food shopping: Are you getting the information you need?

Online food shopping: Are you getting the information you need?

A study highlights the inadequate provision of nutrition labels on US online grocery sites, calling for enhanced regulatory measures for public health.

21 Oct 2024

Researchers uncover the potential of JAK inhibitors to treat life-threatening skin disease

Researchers uncover the potential of JAK inhibitors to treat life-threatening skin disease

Researchers identified Janus kinase inhibitors as a promising treatment for the severe drug-induced skin condition toxic epidermal necrolysis, by analyzing patient biopsies with deep visual proteomics.

17 Oct 2024

Bright night light exposure increases mortality risk, while daylight reduces it

Bright night light exposure increases mortality risk, while daylight reduces it

Study reveals that brighter night light exposure and circadian rhythm disruption significantly increase the risk of mortality, particularly from cardiometabolic diseases, while brighter daytime light lowers these risks.

16 Oct 2024

Researchers identify shared genetic variants between testosterone traits and PCOS

Researchers identify shared genetic variants between testosterone traits and PCOS

A genome-wide study reveals significant genetic overlap between polycystic ovary syndrome and testosterone-related traits, highlighting shared causal variants.

16 Oct 2024

Research links COVID-19 vaccines to temporary facial palsy in over 5,000 patients

Research links COVID-19 vaccines to temporary facial palsy in over 5,000 patients

This research identifies a potential link between COVID-19 vaccines and facial palsy, calling for enhanced surveillance and understanding of vaccine safety.

15 Oct 2024

Study warns of increasing Rocky Mountain spotted fever cases among children in California

Study warns of increasing Rocky Mountain spotted fever cases among children in California

Recent cases of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in children underscore the effectiveness of mcf-NGS for early detection and timely treatment in non-endemic areas.

15 Oct 2024

AI model LucaProt uncovers 251,000 new RNA viruses, revealing hidden diversity worldwide

AI model LucaProt uncovers 251,000 new RNA viruses, revealing hidden diversity worldwide

Researchers developed an AI model, LucaProt, that uncovered over 251,000 new RNA virus species, expanding our understanding of the RNA virosphere across global ecosystems.

13 Oct 2024

Excess sugar consumption triggers inflammation and dysbiosis, worsening periodontal disease

Excess sugar consumption triggers inflammation and dysbiosis, worsening periodontal disease

Research explores how excessive sugar consumption can drive systemic inflammation, disrupt the gut and oral microbiomes, and contribute to periodontal inflammation, with implications for global health.

10 Oct 2024

US study uncovers antiviral resistance in swine-origin influenza, urging enhanced pandemic surveillance

US study uncovers antiviral resistance in swine-origin influenza, urging enhanced pandemic surveillance

Researchers in the US analyzed swine-origin influenza viruses, identifying key mutations that could reduce antiviral drug effectiveness and threaten pandemic preparedness.

9 Oct 2024

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