Uncovering a Hidden Gateway: AGPAT1 Identified as a Novel Receptor for Chikungunya Virus
A recent work from Prof. Vrati's Lab, published in the Journal of Virology, identifies AGPAT1 as a novel receptor for CHIKV on human cells and demonstrates that AGPAT1 has implications for understanding the virus pathogenesis and designing the receptor-blocking CHIKV antivirals.
Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO, ANRF Visits RCB
The Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) welcomed Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), for an in-depth visit, featuring interactions with researchers and a tour of key facilities including the BBB, ATPC, and IBDC.
