Stem cells may hold a key to developing new vaccines against COVID-19

Our study showcased that adult stem cells play a crucial role in fighting coronavirus and tuberculosis, offering potential new treatment avenues. These groundbreaking results were shared globally through a major press campaign by Elsevier, reaching over 200 international news outlets.

Foundation Invests in 81 Unconventional Global Health Research Projects - Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

The Das Lab research group's innovative Tuberculosis research project won the highly competitive Grand Exploration Challenges grant from the Gates Foundation. The $100k grant award allowed the team to carry out this clinical research extensively in remote areas of North-East India.

Tuberculosis bacteria hide in low oxygen niches of bone marrow stem cells

The Tuberculosis bacteria's unique ability to hide in the hypoxic niches of the bone marrow was revealed in this study. This allowed the bacteria to remain dormant and later reactivate into active disease form during stress conditions.

Researcher identifies unusual 'altruistic' stem cell behavior with possible link to cancer

Dr. Das' study at Stanford University overturned the long-held belief that mammalian cells primarily compete for survival. Researchers have found that human embryonic stem cells defy this norm by displaying remarkable cooperation. Under stressful conditions, these cells share vital molecules to support each other, a behavior previously unseen at the cellular level

Tuberculosis may lurk in bone marrow stem cells of infected patients, researchers say

Dr. Das demystified the long puzzled story of how tuberculosis bacteria evade the immune system and antibiotics, leading to chronic infection and recurrent disease. His group research revealed a potential culprit: bone marrow stem cells provided a haven for the pathogen to hide.

My Turn: Connecting rural India to Walden Pond through healthcare research and cultural development

Tuberculosis, a “Wolf-in-Stem-Cell-Clothing”

Chance favours the prepared mind