The people who carry out our research, day to day.
SUMATHI JAYARAMAN is the Executive Director of the Sri Sri Institute for Advanced Research. Drawing on 25+ years of experience in sustainable development and mental health, including 17+ years with the United Nations, she leads rigorous research on Art of Living techniques and Ayurveda. She also oversees the Institute’s innovation and incubation hub, where emerging ideas meet rigorous evaluation.
DR. VINOD MONY is a Senior Scientist at SSIAR. With Master’s, Ph.D. and postdoctoral research from leading US universities and over two decades of research experience, he specializes in the genetics of aging, metabolism and stress. His research links SKY practice to telomere lengthening and reduced inflammation-related gene expression.
CHHAYA KHARYA is a senior scientist with over 20 years of experience in scientifically validating yoga, pranayama, meditation, and integrative health practices, with a primary focus on autonomic nervous system regulation. Extensive experience in multidisciplinary research projects at AIIMS New Delhi, IIT Delhi, and SSIAR, with multiple peer-reviewed national and international publications.
DR. DIPIKA DAS MAHAPATRA, Ph.D., is a microbiologist and Senior Scientist, serving as Member Secretary of the SSIAR Institutional Ethics Committee. Her research interests include microbiology, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding health and well-being, integrating scientific inquiry with traditional knowledge frameworks.
DR YOGESHWAR CHIPPA is a Senior Scientist at SSIAR, with a background in Ayurveda and specialisation in Panchakarma. His research interests include integrative healthcare, cancer care, and traditional Ayurvedic practices. He contributes to research exploring evidence-based approaches to holistic health and the application of Ayurveda in contemporary healthcare.
DR. RITIKA PODDAR is a Scientist at SSIAR. She coordinates research initiatives and manages digital communications. Her research interests include exploring human potential, traditional knowledge systems, and holistic well-being through interdisciplinary scientific approaches. She also contributes to research coordination and the communication of scientific findings.
SAUMYA SUBRAMANIAN is a Scientist at SSIAR. A medical microbiologist, exploring the science of ancient knowledge systems.She works on studies that explore the effects of yogic and meditative practices on children’s cognition and psychological well-being, alongside the impact of Yajñas on environmental microbiology, seeking to understand their implications for human and environmental health.
DR. SHUBHAM JANA, is a clinical Pharmacologist and Senior Research Associate. He contributes to research design, data analysis, and scientific publications and explores yoga, pranayama, and meditation's effects on neurophysiology, epigenetics, heart rate variability, and cognition. He also coordinates Institutional Ethics Committee activities and Ayurvedic clinical trials in collaboration with Principal Investigators.
K U VASUDHA is a Research Associate. With a background in microbiology, working across genetics, Ayurveda and cancer biology, her research interests include understanding the role of microorganisms across diverse biological and clinical settings. She also contributes to scientific writing, with a focus on integrative approaches to health and wellbeing.
DEBALINA SAHA is a Research Associate. With an academic background in biotechnology and microbiology, she contributes to research design, data analysis, scientific manuscript writing while investigating the effects of yoga and meditation on the physiological and psychological effect across a broad range of populations
KULDEEP WAGHMARE is a dedicated Research Associate. With a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, he supports research study design, data management and analysis, scientific documentation, and coordination of research activities. He also oversees operational logistics to ensure the efficient execution of research projects.
