Ms. Shreya Sabale

Ms. Shreya Sabale _{(M.Sc. Microbiology)}

Research Fellow - AYUSH Center of Excellence
Department of Health Sciences - Savitribai Phule Pune University

A microbiologist with an outstanding experience in animal cell and tissue culture along with isolation and cryopreservation of various primary cells, and antimicrobial and cytotoxicity assays. I have ex vivo research experience in mouse bone marrow extraction and culture of human cord blood cells. I have also worked in the preparation and characterization of biodegradable films and polymer blends coated with biomaterials, with expertise in cell staining and SEM imaging. Currently, I am contributing to the AYUSH Center of Excellence by investigating Ayurveda-based botanical in an animal model of arthritis in collaboration with the National Centre for Cell Science, Pune. Also, I am giving my services as a clinical research coordinator at the Health centre, SPPU in the assessment of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) as an adjuvant for the COVID-19 vaccine. This study encompasses an evaluation of the fold of immune responses induced by the adjuvant along with the vaccine. In my capacity, I am looking into sample procurement, processing, and archiving.

I look forward to developing my skills and knowledge to contribute to the field of adjuvant therapies in non-communicable diseases based on Ayurveda through the development of techniques and therapeutic strategies.