Student Details

Rajat holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences from the University of Delhi and a Master of Science in Neuroscience from the National Brain Research Centre in Manesar. For his master's thesis, he focused on validating the individualization of transcranial electrical stimulation protocols in healthy human volunteers. Currently, Rajat is pursuing a PhD through the IITB-Monash Joint Research Program, under the guidance of Prof. Nivethida Thirugnanasambandam at IIT Bombay and Prof. James Coxon at Monash University. His doctoral research employs neuroimaging and brain stimulation techniques, such as TMS-EEG and tFUS, to investigate the neural basis of cognitive flexibility—the ability to adapt to the ever-changing environment. Outside of his academic pursuits, Rajat enjoys sketching, playing basketball, and engaging in activities such as watching anime and stand-up comedy.