People
Meet Our Team
Christian Neureuter
Lab Manager/Staff Scientist
Email: cneureut(at)buffalo.edu
I received my Masters of Science in Physics with a specialization in theory and optics from Friedrich Alexander Universitat - Erlangen and the Max Planck Institute for the Physics of Light in Erlangen, Germany. I work on image processing, data analysis, and other technical tasks across various projects in the Banerjee Lab.
Bhargavi Gindra
Research Assistant
Email: bhgindra(at)buffalo.edu
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University at Buffalo. In the Banerjee Lab, I focus on plasmid expression and protein purification, while also assisting with lab operations and administrative tasks to support ongoing research.
Postdoctoral Associates
Dr. Richoo Davis
Postdoctoral Associate
Email: richoobi(at)buffalo.edu
I received a PhD in cellular and molecular biology from the University at Buffalo. I’m interested in role of protein condensates in cellular processes such as transcription and stress granule formation and their aberrant assemblies in disease states. Go Bills!
Dr. Gable Wadsworth
Postdoctoral Associate
Email: gablewad(at)buffalo.edu
Dr. Anurag Singh
Postdoctoral Associate
Email: singh26(at)buffalo.edu
I received a PhD in Physics from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India with my thesis work focused on studying the aggregation kinetics, optical, and electrical properties of intrinsically disordered peptides. In Banerjee lab, I am interested in understanding the physical factors playing decisive role in modulating and tuning the material and transport properties of biomolecular condensates.
Dr. Joe Basalla
Postdoctoral Associate
Email: jbasalla(at)buffalo.edu
I received my Ph.D. in molecular biology from the University of Michigan, working with Dr. Vecchiarelli, studying the molecular mechanisms of subcellular organization in bacteria, focusing on the implications of biomolecular phase transitions. In the Banerjee Lab, I am studying the sequence and structure features of transcription factors which influence their phase behavior and biological activity. Outside of the lab, I enjoy good coffee, cold beer, and live music.
Dr. Sukanya Srinivasan
Postdoctoral Associate
Email: ss682(at)buffalo.edu
I earned my Ph.D. in Biochemistry at Case Western Reserve University, studying RNA helicases under Dr. Jankowsky. I later researched AP-2 alpha adaptins in endolysosomal trafficking with Dr. Nelson at the University of Kentucky. In the Banerjee lab, I study protein and RNA condensates in neurodegenerative diseases. With my background in biochemistry and neurobiology, I aim to develop therapies targeting mechanistic pathways for these ailments.
Graduate Students
Tharun Selvam Mahendran
Graduate Student
Email: tharunse(at)buffalo.edu
I am a PhD student in the Department of Biology. I study deleterious phase transitions of bio-molecular condensates relevant to neurodegenerative disorders in the Department of Physics.
Anushka Supakar
Graduate Student
Email: asupakar(at)buffalo.edu
I am a PhD Student in Department of Biological Sciences, working in the Department of Physics. My work focuses on the nuclear condensation of transcription factors and the role of phase separation in transcription regulation at specific DNA sites.
Meet Raval
Graduate Student
Email: meetjayd(at)buffalo.edu
I hold a BSc degree in Physics with a minor in Biotechnology from Shiv Nadar University, India. My passion lies in the application of physics to unravel the mysteries of biological systems. In the Banerjee lab, my research focuses on exploring the material properties of biomolecular condensates. Beyond my academic pursuits, I eagerly anticipate the arrival of F1 race weekends as a source of personal enjoyment.
Tirth Bhatta
Graduate Student
Email: tirthbha(at)buffalo.edu
I earned a Master's degree in Physics from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. My research in the Banerjee lab focuses on exploring the role of folded domains in disordered polypeptides’ phase separation, and the behavior of biomolecular condensates in non-equilibrium systems driven by enzymatic activity.
Pratibha Khanal
Graduate Student
Email: pkhanal(at)buffalo.edu
I hold a master's degree in physics from Tribhuvan University, Nepal, and joined the University at Buffalo in Fall 2023. At the Banerjee Lab my research explores bio-molecular condensates, with a focus on understanding their material properties and uncovering the fundamental principles that govern their dynamics.
Shamli Manasvi
Graduate Student
Email: shamlima(at)buffalo.edu
Keya Roy
Graduate Student
Email: keyaroy(at)buffalo.edu
I am a PhD student in the Department of Biological Sciences, researching biomolecular condensates in the Banerjee lab within the Department of Physics. Outside of science, I also have an interest in the fine arts.
Undergraduate Students
At the Condensate Biophysics Lab, we are always looking for motivated students passionate about biophysics and research. If you're eager to explore scientific concepts and contribute to innovative projects, contact us to express your interest and learn more about opportunities.
Alumni
Dr. Ritika Gupta
Postdoctoral Associate
Next Position: Postdoctoral Researcher, Clemson University
Soumyadip (Sam) Chakraborty
Graduate Student
Next Position: Research Support Specialist, University at Buffalo - Jacobs School of Medicine
Paul Dewan
Undergraduate Student
Next Position: PhD Student, Harvard University
Dr. Ibraheem Satii Mustafa Alshareedah
Postdoctoral Associate
Next Position: Research Fellow, Harvard Medical School
Aishwarya Kanchi Ranganath
Graduate Student
Next Position: Associate Scientist, Charles River Laboratories
Mars Andersen
Undergraduate Student
Dr. Mahdi Moosa
Postdoctoral Fellow
Dr. Taranpreet Kaur
Graduate Student
Dr. Wei Wang
Postdoctoral Fellow
Hannah Seppala
Undergraduate Student
Liz-Audrey Djomnang Kounatse
Undergraduate Student
Jason Ngo
Undergraduate Student
Andrew Sipper
Undergraduate Student
