Society for Neurochemistry, India

Established in 1979 by the eminent neurosurgeon Dr. B. Ramamurthy and renowned
neurochemist Prof. K. Subba Rao, the Society for Neurochemistry, India (SNCI) is a
premier professional body dedicated to advancing neurochemistry and neuroscience
in the country. Headquartered at the University of Hyderabad, SNCI has grown into a
vibrant community of over 750 life members and 11 active local chapters across
India. The Society plays a pivotal role in fostering scientific exchange and capacity-
building by organizing annual meetings, thematic symposia, workshops, and training
schools. These initiatives provide hands-on learning in cutting-edge neurochemical
and neurobiological techniques,
inspiring students and early-career researchers to
excel in their fields.
SNCI actively promotes collaboration within India and with neighbouring countries
including Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, thereby nurturing a
strong regional network of neuroscientists. Through competitive awards for best oral
and poster presentations, mentorship opportunities, and access to advanced
laboratory facilities, the Society continues to encourage innovation and excellence in
neurochemistry research.
Designation | Name | Affiliation |
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Honorary President | Prof. M.K. Thakur | BHU, Varanasi |
President | Prof. Amitabha Chattopadhyay | CCMB, Hyderabad |
Vice-President | Dr. Rajpal Singh Kashyap | CIIMS, Nagpur |
Vice-President | Prof. Rajat Sandhir | Panjab University, Chandigarh |
Secretary General (HQ) | Prof. P. Prakash Babu | Pondicherry University, Pondicherry |
Joint Secretary | Dr. M. Vara Lakshmi | University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad |
Joint Secretary | Prof. Dinesh Bhatia | NEHU, Shillong |
Secretary Outstation | Prof. Suhel Parvez | Jamia Hamdard, Delhi |
Treasurer | Dr. Venkat Prasuja Nakka | University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad |
Executive Member | Prof. Nanda Kumar D.N | NIMHANS, Bengaluru |
Executive Member | Dr. A.J. Vanisree | Madras University, Chennai |
Executive Member | Dr. Shanti Desai | Goa University, Goa |
Executive Member | Dr. Debapriya Garabadu | Panjab Central University, Punjab |
Executive Member | Dr. Binu Ramachandran | Calicut University, Kerala |
Executive Member | Prof. Sarat Chandra Yenisetti | Nagaland University |