Mr. Anurag Singh | Immunology | Young Scientist Award
Anurag Singh is an emerging researcher in virology and immunology, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. A Gold Medalist in M.Sc. Virology from ICMR-National Institute of Virology, Pune, and a top performer in B.Sc. (H) Microbiology from the University of Delhi, his academic journey is marked by excellence. With a strong inclination toward infectious diseases, he has contributed to multiple high-impact publications and scientific book chapters. He has been actively involved in various research projects addressing SARS-CoV-2, antimicrobial resistance, and mosquito-borne diseases. His technical expertise includes flow cytometry, PCR, ELISA, and virus culture techniques. A DST-INSPIRE and CSIR-JRF awardee, Anurag has presented his work at both national and international platforms. Beyond the lab, he has taken up leadership roles and actively engages in public health initiatives like HPV vaccination awareness. His passion lies in bridging basic science with translational medical research.
Profile
🎓 Education
Anurag Singh holds an impressive academic record in life sciences and biomedical research. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at AIIMS, New Delhi (2023–Present). He earned an M.Sc. in Virology from ICMR-National Institute of Virology (2021–2023), graduating with a stellar CGPA of 9.85 and was awarded a Gold Medal for academic excellence. Prior to that, he completed a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology from Ram Lal Anand College, University of Delhi (2018–2021) with a CGPA of 9.419, ranking among the top performers. His school education was also marked by distinction, with an 85.4% in AISSCE (2016) and a perfect CGPA of 10 in AISSE (2014), both under CBSE. He has supplemented his academic training with certifications in flow cytometry, HIV diagnostics, epidemiology, bioinformatics, and ethical research practices from institutions like Johns Hopkins University and University of Toronto, strengthening his scientific and analytical foundations.
💼 Experience
Anurag Singh has accumulated rich research experience across premier institutions. Currently, he is a Ph.D. scholar at AIIMS, New Delhi (Oct 2023–Present), working on immunopathology and microbiome research. During his M.Sc., he conducted a dissertation on dengue virus detection in Aedes mosquitoes at ICMR-NIV, Pune. Earlier, he led two undergraduate research projects at the University of Delhi: one on drug repurposing against MRSA (18 months) and another on in silico drug intervention for SARS-CoV-2 (12 months). He also interned at Bokaro General Hospital under a microbiology MD, gaining clinical lab experience. Anurag has presented at international and national conferences and published multiple peer-reviewed articles. He is proficient in molecular biology, cell culture, serological assays, and viral diagnostics. Additionally, he has served as President and Secretary of his college microbiology society, coordinated scientific events, and led public health initiatives, showcasing both academic and leadership skills.
🏅 Awards and Honors
Anurag Singh is the recipient of several prestigious awards for academic and research excellence. He is a DST-INSPIRE and Joint CSIR-UGC Fellow, and ranked 91st in the CSIR-NET 2022 exam. He received a Gold Medal from ICMR-NIV for topping his M.Sc. Virology program (2021–2023). At the undergraduate level, he won the Dr. D.K. Pabby Best Student Award (Sciences, 2022) and an Academic Excellence Award (2019–20) from RLAC, University of Delhi. His poster titled “Bacillus coagulans ameliorates Immunopathology of Osteoarthritis” won Best Poster Presentation at the IABS 2025 Conference (AIIMS Bhopal). He has also received appreciation at AIIMS Research Day (2024), and secured second position in a poster competition on avian virus immunization. Additionally, he earned certificates of merit for innovative ideas and has coordinated outreach and awareness campaigns. These accolades highlight his commitment to scientific inquiry, leadership, and community engagement.
🔬 Research Focus
Anurag Singh’s research centers on infectious diseases, immunopathology, and translational virology. He is currently exploring the role of probiotics and neutrophils in inflammatory conditions like ARDS and osteoarthritis. His doctoral work at AIIMS delves into microbiome-host interactions in bone immunology. In past projects, he has investigated dengue virus surveillance in urban mosquitoes and antimicrobial resistance in MRSA using repurposed drugs. He has also contributed to computational biology, evaluating SARS-CoV-2 therapeutics using in silico approaches. His technical proficiencies span live virus handling, PCR, sequencing, ELISA, flow cytometry, and tissue culture. Through his publications and book chapters, he has addressed topics ranging from soil microbes and sustainable development to COVID-19 vaccines and heterologous immunity. Anurag aims to bridge computational biology with experimental virology to develop targeted interventions for viral and immune-related disorders. His interdisciplinary approach combines bench science with bioinformatics, public health insights, and therapeutic innovation.
📝 Conclusion
Anurag Singh is an exceptionally promising young scientist with a commendable academic record, significant research contributions, and clear leadership in both science and community health initiatives. His current Ph.D. training at AIIMS New Delhi, India’s premier medical research institution, adds substantial weight to his trajectory. Given his achievements at such an early career stage, he is highly suitable for the Young Scientist Award.
Publication
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Title: SARS-CoV-2 Therapeutics: How Far Do We Stand from a Remedy?
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Year: 2021
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Authors: A. Singh, V. Gupta
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Title: Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LR) Ameliorates Pulmonary and Extrapulmonary Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) via Targeting Neutrophils
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Year: 2024
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Authors: L. Sapra, C. Saini, S. Das, P.K. Mishra, A. Singh, A.R. Mridha, P.K. Yadav, …
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Title: In Silico Evaluation of Potential Intervention Against SARS-CoV-2 RNA-dependent RNA Polymerase
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Year: 2023
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Authors: S. Kapoor, A. Singh, V. Gupta
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Title: Heterologous Protection to COVID-19 with BCG Vaccine: Deciphering the Reality Using Meta-Analysis Approach
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Year: Not specified (but likely around 2021–2024 based on context)
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Authors: A. Singh, L. Gupta, V. Gupta
