Neuroscience & Pain Research Group

23/07/2025

We are pleased to invite you to the Society for Neurochemistry India (SNCI) Neuroscience Symposium 2025, jointly organized in collaboration with the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), Ministry of Ayush, New Delhi, and hosted by the Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, IIT (BHU), Varanasi.
Date: August 7–8, 2025
Venue: Annie Besant Lecture Theater (ABLT), IIT (BHU), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
This two-day interdisciplinary symposium aims to bring together experts, researchers, and students from across India to engage in meaningful discussions and knowledge exchange on cutting-edge developments in neuroscience, yoga, and naturopathy.
Key Highlights:
• Keynote lectures by distinguished scientists and clinicians
• Scientific sessions on innovations in neuroscience and integrative health
• Rapid Research Talks by early-career faculty members (a flash talk format to highlight emerging research)
• Interactive poster presentations with prizes for undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students
• Networking opportunities for researchers, professionals, and young scientists
Who Can Participate:
• Faculty members
• UG, PG, and PhD students
• Postdoctoral researchers
• Medical graduates

Last Date for Registration: July 30, 2025 (After 30th July 2025, the revised fee for Non SNCI members will be increased to ₹2000/-)
Register here: https://lnkd.in/dwcvS_8z
We look forward to your participation in this dynamic platform for scientific exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration. Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi CCRYN INDIA Vinod Tiwar

13/03/2025

The Neuroscience & Pain Research Lab at Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi celebrated the vibrant festival of Holi with colors of joy, togetherness, and happiness.

As we celebrate this colorful festival, may our research continue to illuminate new paths in neuroscience and pain therapeutics, bringing hope and relief to many. Let the colors of Holi inspire innovation, collaboration, and success in all our endeavors.

Wishing everyone happiness, prosperity, and well-being—both in life and in science!

Vinod Tiwari
IIT BHU Varanasi

20/08/2024

A teacher's true joy lies in the success of their students, for in their achievements, we find the fulfillment of our purpose.

We are happy to share that our M.Pharm student, Deepa Debnath, has been selected for a Ph.D. program at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, USA. She has also secured a Teaching Assistantship along with a full tuition fee waiver. During her master's, Deepa has worked on studying neurobiology and development of animal model for her frostbite injury-induced chronic pain.

Congratulations, Deepa! Wishing you all the best as you embark on this exciting new chapter of your academic journey.

Vinod Tiwari
IIT BHU Varanasi

17/03/2024

We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to fill three (3) available PhD positions in our dynamic team at Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi. If you're driven, innovative, and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research, we want to hear from you. Our research focus revolves around neurobiology of chronic pain disorders and development of novel therapeutics for the treatment of the same. Candidates with a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences/ Pharmacology/Pharmaceutics/Biotechnology or related disciplines, with GPAT/GATE Qualification along with excellent communication and teamwork skills are encouraged to apply. Candidates appearing in their final semester of Masters degree are also eligible to apply. Interested candidates, please send your CV to vtiwari.phe@iitbhu.ac.in for more details on admission procedures and other queries. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of groundbreaking research that can make a real difference in the lives of patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
To know more about the cutting edge research we are doing at IIT(BHU), Varanasi kindly go through the following links:
Website: https://lnkd.in/dywBZDT
Google scholar: https://lnkd.in/dKp4sk3

If you are not sure about your eligibility feel free to drop a message and we will get back to you.

16/12/2023

The Neuroscience and Pain Research Lab joyfully announces the acceptance of Neuroscience school proposal, "Understanding the Complex Interplay Between Pain and Drug Addiction: Advancing Strategies for Effective Management of Neurological Disorders," by the esteemed International Brain Research Organizations (IBRO).

Established in 1961, IBRO, the global association of neuroscience societies, endeavors to promote and support neuroscience worldwide through various initiatives.

The IBRO APRC school, scheduled for October 10-16, 2024, will be led by Dr. Vinod Tiwari, Associate Professor at Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology, IIT (B.H.U), Varanasi, India.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the institute, IIT(B.H.U), for unwavering suppprt, students & colleagues, and support from International Brain Research Organization (IBRO), Indian Academy of Neuroscience (IAN) and Society for Neurochemistry India (SNCI).

Join us in exploring the dynamics of pain and drug addiction, fostering knowledge exchange in neuroscience.

Stay tuned for more updates on the IBRO APRC school in 2024!



IIT BHU Varanasi
IBRO Asian/Pacific Regional CommitteeIBRO (International Brain Research Organization)
Department of Science and Technology, Government of India
Indian Council of Medical Research
Indian Academy of Neurology
Society for Neuroscience Japan Neuroscience Society Society for Neurochemistry, India - 2014
Neuroscience
Indian Society for the Study of Pain - Karnataka Chapter

28/11/2023

The Neuroscience and Pain Research Lab is filled with joy as we reminisce about the wonderful moments shared with our first M. Pharm Pharmacology batch (2018-2020).
A big shoutout to Mr. Tapas Roy for his visit; he's currently making waves in his Ph.D. journey at AIIMS New Delhi. And guess what? Deepak and Somesh are back with us, diving into the exciting world of Ph.D. pursuits!
IIT BHU Varanasi

24/11/2023

Happy Birthday Nivedita🎂
Your dedication to research lights up our lab. May your day be filled with breakthroughs and joyous moments. Keep shining in your academic journey!

Neuroscience & Pain Research Lab, IIT (B.H.U), Varanasi

20/11/2023

Revolutionizing neuropathic pain treatment: Our team developed a nano-formulation of opioids, targeting peripheral sensory neurones to alleviate pain without causing central side effects including drug addiction. This breakthrough could transform pain management for conditions like cancer-induced neuropathy.

On the path to providing pain relief with minimal risk, offering hope to millions worldwide. The patent is finally published after almost four years of wait.

12/11/2023

Selective targeting of G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) expressed on Peripheral Sensory Neurons (PSNs) blocks pain signals at its source by suppressing spontaneous and ectopic activity in nociceptive neurons and results in the attenuation of ongoing and evoked pain.
Targeting GPCRs at PSNs offers potential strategy for the development of novel analgesics devoid of central side effects including drug addiction.

Follow the link for more details on this collaborative work between Johns Hopkins University, U.S.A and Indian Institute of Technology (B.H.U), Varanasi.

https://lnkd.in/gE_4Gc5M

11/11/2023

11/11/2023

A huge congratulations on successfully defending the pre-Ph.D. thesis submission seminar! Your clear presentation, in-depth knowledge and the confidence level was truly impressive.

During his Ph.D. Akhilesh has worked on development of novel clinically mimickable model of combined chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain (CINP), a major toxicity associated with anti-cancer drugs. This model challenges and presents an better alternative to currently used mono-therapy based models of CINP in pre-clinical research. Not only this, Akhilesh has also dissected the significant involvement of TRPA1 nociceptors in CINP and developed a novel siRNA based nano-formulation for the targeted treatment of chemotherapy-induced neuropathy.

During his doctoral pursuits, Akhilesh actively engaged in diverse collaborative lab projects, culminating in an impressive tally of more than twenty research and review publications. The entire neuroscience and pain research lab is proud of your accomplishments dear Akhilesh. Keep up the good work and shine brighter and brighter.

This accomplishment speaks volumes about your hard work and dedication. As you move forward in your Ph.D. journey, may each step be as rewarding as this one. Cheers to your success and the exciting academic adventures that lie ahead! Well done!

A big thanks to funding agency, ICMR and IIT (B.H.U), Varanasi for providing the necessary support and infrastructure required for carrying out this research work.