Vivek Bajpai

Dr. Vivek Bajpai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sustainable Chemical, Biological and Materials Engineering at the University of Oklahoma. He leads the Bajpai Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Engineering, Biology, and Medicine. His work integrates genome editing, stem cell biology, and systems biology to develop interventions for human health and environmental challenges.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University at Buffalo-SUNY, 2015
• M.S. in Biological Sciences & Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, 2008
• M.B.B.S. in Medicine & Surgery, Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College, 2005

Research Interests:

Dr. Bajpai’s lab explores genome engineering, CRISPR-based screening, functional genomics, and pluripotent stem cell applications. Key areas include disease modeling, biomarker discovery, and synthetic biology approaches to address challenges in regenerative medicine and drug development. The lab combines cutting-edge technologies like microfluidics and systems biology to study cellular processes and develop novel therapies.

Recent Research Trends:

Publications highlight advancements in CRISPR screening for pigmentation determinants, cross-species embryo engineering using iPSCs, and microfluidic assays for cancer metastasis prediction. These studies underscore his lab’s focus on translational applications of stem cells and genetic tools.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2024: Research & Creative Activity Award, University of Oklahoma
• 2023: NIH Maximizing Investigator Research Award (MIRA)
• 2018: Mansour Award, Stanford University

Advising & Grants:

Dr. Bajpai has secured grants from NIH and the Oklahoma Center for Adult Stem Cell Research. His lab collaborates on projects involving stem cell engineering, drug discovery, and tissue regeneration. He mentors students in biomedical engineering and molecular biology.

Labs & Teams:

The Bajpai Lab is part of the Sarkeys Energy Center and collaborates with institutions like Stanford University and the University of California. Research initiatives include projects on melanogenesis, skeletal evolution, and microfluidic diagnostic tools.