Saumya Saurabh

Saumya Saurabh is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at New York University, with an affiliate appointment in Physics. His research focuses on the physical and chemical basis of microbial adaptation, leveraging super-resolution microscopy and biomolecular condensates. He holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University and postdoctoral training at Stanford University in Developmental Biology and Chemistry.

• Education: Integrated M.S. in Chemistry (IIT Bombay), Ph.D. in Chemistry (Carnegie Mellon University)
• Postdoctoral Training: Stanford University (Developmental Biology and Chemistry)

Research interests include molecular self-assembly, super-resolution microscopy, and the role of biomolecular condensates in stress sensing and bacterial signaling. Key projects involve developing photostable fluoromodules for live-cell imaging and studying condensate dynamics under environmental stress.

Notable publications include work on ATP-responsive condensates, PEPCy fluoromodules, and bacterial signaling mechanisms. Awards include the Astrid and Bruce McWilliams Fellowship and the Burroughs Wellcome Career Award.

Advising over 15 students, Saurabh leads a lab exploring microbial systems at the interface of chemistry, physics, and biology. Current projects include CRMP2-Ubc9 inhibitors for pain management and multivalency-driven condensate behavior.