Dr. Ajith Vengellur has completed his PhD in Genetics from Michigan State University, USA. His research interests include elucidation of molecular signaling pathways in development and disease, such as cancer, ischemia and neurodegenerative diseases; and effect of environmental contaminants such as metals, PCBs, and other toxicants on these pathways. He is also interested in the development of therapeutics and diagnostic tools for various medical health problems using nanotechnology.