Correspondents

Nallapati Vishnu Teja is a PhD student in the Department of Infectious Diseases at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, MAHE, Manipal, Karnataka, India. His research focuses on understanding the malaria transmission dynamics, assessing the diagnostic performance of point-of-care diagnostic tools in early detection, and the molecular surveillance of antimalarial drug resistance.

Serving as a MESA Correspondent will allow me to experience a range of scientific, professional, and personal development. I am excited to report on the talks from ICPvR 2025.

Priya Kumari is a PhD student at the National Institute of Malaria Research in New Delhi, India. Her research work/interest focuses on developing accessible, cost-effective solutions to enhance early detection and treatment, ensuring improved healthcare outcomes specializing in point-of-care testing (POCT) suitable for low- and middle-income countries.

I’m honored to be a MESA correspondent, where I’ll have a great opportunity to enhance my knowledge of the latest scientific advancements. This will refine my writing, communication, and networking skills. I am deeply grateful to the MESA team for providing me with this incredible role.

Varijakshi Gutthedhar is a PhD candidate at the Department of Biotechnology, Manipal School of Life Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India. Her research investigates human epigenetic factors influencing malaria infection and parasite factors related to transmission and drug resistance in an elimination-focused region of India.

This rare opportunity will enhance my writing, build confidence in networking, and broaden my knowledge in new areas of malaria research. Contributing to a globally recognized knowledge hub will position me as an active researcher and open doors to future opportunities.