Anjali Aryamvally's Profile
B.Tech (Genetic Engineering)

Anjali is an undergraduate in Genetic Engineering from SRM University, Chennai. She is passionate about bringing changes in healthcare through a combination of genetics and social work. Anjali is an avid reader who enjoys writing. Her hobbies include gardening and traveling.
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Melanocyte Transplantation Restores Original Skin Color In Vitiligo Patients
MKTP or melanocyte transplantation surgery has long term benefits of restoring pigmentation in vitiligo-affected individuals.

Parkinson’s Disease Associated With Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
Gastrointestinal transit time and motility in persons affected with Parkinson’s disease were evaluated in a study by researchers at Aarhus University, Denmark.

CRISPR Used to Block Angiogenesis in the Retina
CRISPR was used to edit the vascular endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR) 2 which is involved in angiogenesis associated diseases.

Two New Genes Linked to Development of Rare Neuroendocrine Tumors
Two new genes; GOT2 and IDH3B, identified to be linked with development of paragangliomas and pheochromocytomas.

Novel Genetic Screening a Boon to Cancer Immunotherapy
A CRISPR-Cas9 screening system was developed to identify new gene targets for cancer immunotherapy.