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Akankshi Munjal

Assistant Professor of Cell Biology
Cell Biology
371 B Nanaline Duke Bldg, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


We study principles of tissue morphogenesis using zebrafish.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Assistant Professor of Cell Biology · 2022 - Present Cell Biology, Basic Science Departments

In the News


Published September 2, 2025
2025 Vallee Scholars Appointed
Published January 15, 2025
Researchers Can Learn a Lot From a Fish’s Ear
Published October 10, 2023
NIH Honors Medical Scholars’ Bold Research

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Recent Publications


Versican controlled by Lmx1b regulates hyaluronate density and hydration for semicircular canal morphogenesis.

Journal Article Development · January 1, 2025 During inner ear semicircular canal morphogenesis in zebrafish, patterned canal-genesis zones express genes for extracellular matrix component synthesis. These include hyaluronan and the hyaluronan-binding chondroitin sulfate proteoglycan Versican, which a ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Topological transitions and the robustness of organ development

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by The Vallee Foundation · 2025 - 2029

Geometric contributions to the morphogenesis of tissues into correct organ shapes

FellowshipPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2025 - 2028

Training Program in Developmental and Stem Cell Biology

Inst. Training Prgm or CMEMentor · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2001 - 2027

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Education, Training & Certifications


Marseille Developmental Biology Institute (France) · 2016 Ph.D.
National Centre for Biological Sciences (India) · 2011 M.Sc.
University of Delhi (India) · 2008 B.Sc.