Dr. Shilpa Thakur
About Dr. Shilpa Thakur
Dr. Shilpa Thakur is a Scientific Researcher at the National Institutes of Health, where she has led multiple research projects since 2020. She holds degrees in Biotechnology from Panjab University and has contributed to numerous publications and conference presentations in her field.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Dr. Shilpa Thakur has been a Scientific Researcher at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2020. In her role, she leads three research projects that focus on both translational and clinical relevance at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Her work contributes to advancing knowledge and treatment options in these critical areas of health.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Thakur earned her Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biotechnology from Panjab University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2008. She continued her education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology from 2008 to 2010. Dr. Thakur possesses expertise in advanced metabolic techniques, novel imaging and therapeutic agents, preclinical models, and genomic lab techniques.
Research Experience and Contributions
Prior to her current position, Dr. Thakur worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the NIH from 2016 to 2020 and at the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine from 2015 to 2016. She also served as a Junior Research Fellow at PGIMER in 2010 and pursued her Ph.D. there from 2011 to 2015. Throughout her career, she has authored two book chapters and contributed to ten published abstracts.
Conference Presentations
Dr. Thakur has delivered a total of 16 conference presentations, showcasing her research through both oral and poster formats. These presentations highlight her contributions to the scientific community and her commitment to sharing knowledge in her field.
Publications in Prestigious Journals
Dr. Thakur has published research articles in several prestigious journals, including Clinical Cancer Research, Lancet Oncology, and Frontiers in Oncology. Her publications reflect her active engagement in high-impact research and her contributions to advancing scientific understanding in her areas of expertise.