Research
Our research focuses on advancing the field of nanomedicine through the rational design and application of biologically active nanomaterials. We aim to contribute solutions to pressing healthcare challenges by developing innovative therapeutic agents, designing nanocarrier systems for targeted delivery, understanding nanomaterial-biological interactions, and building platforms for early-stage diagnostics.
Engineering the Next-Generation Therapeutic Nanoparticles
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​​​​Smart Nanomaterials for Disease Detection
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Decoding Nanomaterial-Biological Interactions
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​​​​​​​​​​​Funding
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1. Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (2025-2028), Anusandhan National Research Foundation.
2. IIT Kanpur Initiation Grant (2025-2027), Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.
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Exploring the nanoscale frontier, we are interested in designing multifunctional nanomaterials to enhance drug delivery, combat infections, and modulate disease pathways. Our interest lies in developing smart materials that can contribute to next-generation treatment strategies — from addressing antimicrobial resistance to advancing cancer therapeutics.
Early detection of disease remains a major challenge due to the limitations of current diagnostic tools in capturing subtle or early-stage molecular changes. We are interested in exploring nanoscale materials that can improve detection of low-abundance biomarkers and function reliably in complex biological environments. Our long-term goal is to contribute toward the development of miniaturized, sensitive, and accessible diagnostic systems.
A deeper understanding of how nanomaterials interact with biological systems is essential to ensure their safety and enhance their clinical translation. Our work aims to uncover the mechanisms of cellular uptake, intracellular trafficking, and long-term fate of nanoparticles to guide the design of safer and more effective nanomaterials for biomedical applications.