June 2026
BRIGHT LAB welcomes Jahanvi Modi as a Dissertee.
She is pursuing an M.Sc. at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. Her research focuses on studying drug-induced apoptosis in cancer cells using label-free Raman spectroscopy. Through the application of advanced optical and spectroscopic methods, she seeks to uncover molecular signatures of treatment response and contribute to the development of accurate, non-invasive diagnostic and monitoring strategies for cancer research.
June 2026
BRIGHT LAB welcomes Manan as a Research Intern.
He is pursuing a B.Sc. (Hons.) with Research at Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India. His research focuses on cell–drug interactions and label-free leukemia diagnosis, combining biomedical research and computational analysis to study cellular behavior and disease progression. Through this work, he aims to advance non-invasive diagnostic methodologies and support the development of accurate, accessible, and clinically relevant tools for leukemia detection and treatment monitoring.
May 2026
BRIGHT LAB is delighted to have Sherebanu Zaveri join as a Research Intern.
She is a third-year B.Tech. Biotechnology student with a keen interest in cancer biology, biomedical research, and healthcare innovation. Her research at BRIGHT Lab focuses on studying cell–microbe and drug–microbe interactions in breast cancer cell lines using Raman spectroscopy. Through this work, she aims to understand microbial effects on tumor growth, drug response, and therapeutic resistance by analyzing molecular changes in the tumor microenvironment.
May 2026
BRIGHT LAB welcomes Vaidehi as a SPARK Program Research Intern.
She is a B.Tech. Biotechnology student at D. Y. Patil Deemed to be University and a participant in the IIT Roorkee SPARK Internship Program. Her research focuses on data preprocessing and multivariate analysis, leveraging computational and statistical techniques to uncover insights from complex datasets. Through this experience, she aims to strengthen her analytical skills and contribute to data-driven solutions in biomedical research.
May 2026
BRIGHT LAB welcomes Kandimala Venkat Keerthan as a research intern.
He is pursuing an MTech in Biomedical Devices at IIT Indore, where his research focuses on developing integrated AI-driven frameworks for multispectral imaging in oral cancer detection. His work combines advanced imaging technologies, machine learning, and biomedical data analysis to improve early-stage cancer identification and diagnostic accuracy. Through this research, he aims to contribute toward non-invasive and clinically reliable approaches for real-time cancer screening and decision support.
May 2026
Shilpi has completed her comprehensive examination and presentation.
Raman spectroscopy is a powerful, non-invasive technique for probing cancer and studying cellular interactions at the molecular level. It enables label-free diagnosis of cancer cells and helps analyze drug–cell and cell–microbe interactions by detecting biochemical changes in real time. Its high sensitivity and non-destructive nature make it valuable for biomedical diagnostics and advanced cellular research.
April 2026
BRIGHT LAB Receives MIT–IIT Kanpur Seed Fund Award (2025–2026)
BRIGHT LAB has been selected as a co-awardee of the prestigious MIT–IIT Kanpur Seed Fund 2025–2026 for a collaborative research project focused on developing a portable, affordable, and label-free optical imaging platform for anemia screening in resource-limited settings. The project aims to advance accessible healthcare technologies by combining innovations in optical imaging, biomedical diagnostics, and translational research.
April 2026
Sreesh and Faiz develop SAFIRE: A frugal oral cancer detector.
Sreesh and Faiz have developed the first prototype of SAFIRE, a handheld diagnostic device costing under (₹3500/ $35). Designed for point-of-care diagnostics in resource-limited settings, the system quantifies the autofluorescence of intrinsic fluorophores and performs Diffuse Reflectance Spectral Imaging using UV and white light . The project is currently in the calibration stage to refine its high-precision photon counting for early-stage malignancy detection.
April 2026
BRIGHT LAB congratulates Anshu on successfully completing her research internship
During her time at BRIGHT LAB, Anshu contributed to research exploring interactions between cancer cells and microbes using Raman spectroscopy. Her dedication and efforts supported ongoing studies aimed at advancing the understanding of disease mechanisms and potential diagnostic approaches. We thank her for her valuable contributions and wish her continued success in her future endeavors.
February 2026
Dr. Pandey as an Invited Speaker at the International Conference on Translational Biophotonics in Healthcare (ICTBH-26), MAHE
Dr. Pandey’s participation in the International Conference on Translational Biophotonics in Healthcare (ICTBH-26) at MAHE was both enriching and delightful. We sincerely thank the organizing team and the Manipal OPTICA Student Chapter for their excellent organization and warm hospitality.
January 2026
DRS arrives at BRIGHT LAB.
BRIGHT Lab houses a state-of-the-art Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy (DRS) system, enabling quantitative assessment of tissue optical properties through non-invasive measurements. The system supports research in biophotonics, disease diagnostics, and development of optical sensing technologies.
January 2026
Shilpi wins the Best Poster Award for outstanding research!
Shilpi won the Best Poster Award for her work on Confocal Raman Microspectroscopy, which reveals early biomolecular signatures of chemoresistance in drug-treated cancer cells. Her research highlights innovative approaches to understanding cancer treatment responses at the molecular level.
January 2026
Deepanshu presents research poster presentation at SPECTROMICS 2026.
Raman–Deuterium isotope probing enables tracking of drug-induced metabolic changes at the molecular level by labeling cellular activity with deuterium. Using Raman spectroscopy, it reveals dynamic shifts in metabolism over time. This method offers precise insights into how drugs affect cellular functions.
January 2026
Shilpi delivered a research poster presentation at SPECTROMICS 2026.
Confocal Raman microspectroscopy helps detect early biomolecular signatures of chemoresistance in drug-treated cancer cells. It enables detailed insight into how cancer cells respond and adapt to treatment at the molecular level, supporting more targeted therapeutic strategies.
January 2026
BRIGHT LAB welcomes Anshu as a research intern.
She studies the interactions between cancer cells and microbes using Raman spectroscopy. Her work seeks to provide insights into disease mechanisms and potential diagnostic approaches.
January 2026
Dr.Pandey invited as speaker at SPECTROMICS'26.
Dr. Rishikesh Pandey was invited as a speaker at SPECTROMICS 2026, contributing insights and engaging in discussions on recent advances in spectrometry-integrated omics.
January 2026
BRIGHT LAB researcher's at SPECTROMICS'26.
BRIGHT Lab researchers participated in SPECTROMICS 2026 at IIT Dharwad, an ANRF-sponsored conference focused on spectrometry-integrated omics in health and disease, fostering discussions on emerging research and collaborative opportunities.
October 2025
BRIGHT LAB at Shimane University, Japan.
BRIGHT Lab was invited to Shimane University, Japan, under the Sakura Science Program to foster interdisciplinary research and strengthen international collaborations
August 2025
Dr. Pandey Invited Speaker at International Symposium at KAIST, South Korea.
Dr. Rishikesh Pandey delivered a talk at the 5th QPI Symposium at KAIST, a premier research institution in South Korea. The event brought together leading researchers and showcased cutting-edge innovations in the field.
July 2025
Review Paper Published.
Review paper titled ‘Combating Antimicrobial Resistance: Spectroscopy Meets Machine Learning’ has been published in MDPI Photonics, highlighting innovative approaches that integrate spectroscopy with machine learning to address antimicrobial resistance.
April 2025
BRIGHT Lab Officially Established at IIT Roorkee.
Dr. Rishikesh Pandey joins IIT Roorkee as Assistant Professor and establishes the BRIGHT Lab in the Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering. The lab focuses on biophotonics research for global health technologies.