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DEBPRASAD DUTTA

(He/Him)
Bangalore
Covers:  Neurobiology, Regenerative research, Translational medicine
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DEBPRASAD DUTTA’s Biography

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| Neuroscience Expert + Poetry practitioner + Probono strategist |

Debprasad Dutta, known as Dr. Deb, is a Research Scientist at the Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research (MSCTR) in Bangalore, India.
He holds a PhD in Human Genetics from the National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS). His doctoral work focused on the neuroimmunogenetic profile of Guillain-Barré syndrome.
At MSCTR, he is involved in stem cell therapy development for neurological disorders with Nara…

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Awards

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2024 - Biosciences

Awarding Body: The International Centre for Genetic Engineering And Biotechnology (ICGEB) and the Sri Lanka Institute of Biotechnology (SLIBTEC) jointly conferred this honor.  Reason: Delivered the best platform presentation during the symposium cum workshop titled "Advancing Next Generation Sequencing in South Asian Region: A Residential Workshop for International and Local Attendees" and the selection happened in 3 stages: ✅ 1) Abstract phase screening ✅ 2) Presentation stage judgement ✅ 3) Q&A session-based performance