Overview
We study principles of tissue morphogenesis using zebrafish. Our science is collaborative and crosses disciplines. Our culture is integrative and inclusive.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Cell Biology
·
2022 - Present
Cell Biology,
Basic Science Departments
Recent Publications
Hydrostatic pressure as a driver of cell and tissue morphogenesis.
Journal Article Semin Cell Dev Biol · November 2022 Morphogenesis, the process by which tissues develop into functional shapes, requires coordinated mechanical forces. Most current literature ascribes contractile forces derived from actomyosin networks as the major driver of tissue morphogenesis. Recent wor ... Full text Link to item CiteExtracellular hyaluronate pressure shaped by cellular tethers drives tissue morphogenesis.
Journal Article Cell · December 2021 How tissues acquire complex shapes is a fundamental question in biology and regenerative medicine. Zebrafish semicircular canals form from invaginations in the otic epithelium (buds) that extend and fuse to form the hubs of each canal. We find that convent ... Full text CiteRecent Grants
Multi-scale feedbacks for robust organ development
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2023 - 2027Training Program in Developmental and Stem Cell Biology
Inst. Training Prgm or CMEMentor · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2001 - 2027Cell and Molecular Biology Training Program
Inst. Training Prgm or CMEMentor · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2021 - 2026View All Grants
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.