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.

New blood test revolutionizes early cancer detection in Li-Fraumeni Syndrome patients

Canadian researchers develop a cell-free DNA-based multimodal assay for early cancer detection in patients with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, a high-cancer-risk condition. The assay outperforms conventional methods, promising more sensitive and less invasive cancer surveillance.

29 Oct 2023

Kids not the culprits: Low COVID-19 spread in U.S. child-care centers challenges closure norms

The study found that both children and care providers in U.S. child-care centers showed low rates of COVID-19 transmission, challenging the notion that these settings are high-risk environments for the virus. The results could have implications for revising guidelines on school and child-care center closures.

25 Oct 2023

Kids with Omicron non-infectious after three days, vaccination status irrelevant

Study found that the median duration of infectivity for the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 in children is three days, regardless of vaccination status. The findings suggest that current 5-day isolation policies are supported, but vaccination or booster status need not be considered in return-to-school guidelines.

24 Oct 2023

The intricate interplay of stress, quality of life, and gut microbiota in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients

Researchers investigated the relationship between quality of life (QOL), stress, and gut microbiota in patients newly diagnosed with breast cancer.

24 Oct 2023

Is hitting the snooze button really a bad idea? Study sheds light on the impact of morning alarms on sleep and cognition

This comprehensive study delves into the widespread habit of using intermittent morning alarms, or 'snoozing,' exploring its predictors and consequences on sleep quality, mood, cortisol levels, and cognitive performance. The findings indicate that while snoozing doesn't significantly impact mood or sleep architecture, it may reduce sleep inertia and slightly enhance cognition upon waking, offering new insights into the pros and cons of this common behavior.

23 Oct 2023

Novel GLP-1 receptor agonists offer hope for long-lasting diabetes treatment

In a study published in Scientific Reports, researchers engineer long-lasting GLP-1 receptor agonists by fusing GLP-1 with an HSA-binding protein. These chimeric molecules show promise for the treatment of type 2 diabetes due to their stability, functionality, and high affinity for the GLP-1 receptor and human serum albumin.

22 Oct 2023

The beneficial effects of regular physical activity on the cardiovascular profile in the elderly

The effect of regular physical activity (PA) on the microcirculatory functions and plasma antioxidant capacity in older athletes.

20 Oct 2023

Social media and mental health linked to rising e-cigarette use in American teens

Researchers find that symptoms of anxiety and depression mediate the link between social media use and e-cigarette usage among American school students. The study suggests that the effects are more pronounced in females, highlighting the public health concerns of social media's impact on youth.

17 Oct 2023

Cracking the code: How egg consumption and genetics team up to affect heart disease risk

Egg consumption and genetic factors synergistically increase the risk of coronary artery disease, according to a large prospective study. The findings may lead to personalized dietary guidelines for those at greater genetic risk for heart disease.

16 Oct 2023

Ethnicity and the effect of potentially modifiable risk factors on dementia

The effects of potentially modifiable risk factors on dementia vary among people of South Asian, Black, and White ethnicities.

12 Oct 2023