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Miroslava Apostolova
May 2026

Double Award Success for Priyasha De in San Francisco

We are proud to celebrate the achievements of Priyasha De, a PhD researcher in the lab of Prof. Dr. Soni Pullamsetti (IMPRS/CPI), who recently returned from a successful trip to two major international conferences in San Francisco.

Priyasha’s work focuses on modeling pulmonary arterial hypertension using stem cell-derived vascular organoids to better understand disease mechanisms and identify potential therapeutic strategies. Her dedication was recognized with two prestigious awards:

  • Lucas Van Wormer Award: Best Research Trainee Abstract at the 19th International Conference on Neonatal & Childhood Pulmonary Vascular Disease (UCSF), and

  • Young Researcher Travel Assistance Grant: Awarded by the TBX4Life Conference 2026.

Beyond the academic recognition, these conferences offered a unique opportunity to connect directly with clinicians and families of patients. "Hearing their experiences makes the science feel real and serves as a powerful source of motivation," Priyasha reflected on her journey.

Congratulations to Priyasha and the entire Pullamsetti Lab team!

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