"I am thrilled to nominate Mani Gupta for the Lab Heroes Award. As a senior research fellow in our lab, Mani embodies an extraordinary blend of diligence, intelligence, and an altruistic spirit that significantly influences our scientific circle.

Mani's meticulous approach and intellectual prowess shine through his remarkable research endeavors, showcased by his publications in esteemed journals and his distinguished achievement of the Best Poster Award at GRC USA. Beyond his personal achievements, his generous assistance to lab members has been invaluable, fostering an environment of collaboration and progress.

What distinguishes Mani is his fervent commitment to mentorship. He passionately invests time and expertise in mentoring iGEM teams, guiding them to secure the coveted gold in their projects. Furthermore, his expertise led to his invitation to judge the esteemed iGEM 2022 event in Paris, underscoring his impact and recognition in the field.

Observing Mani's journey toward establishing himself as an independent researcher has been immensely gratifying. His selfless dedication and ability to nurture talent make him an exemplary figure and a true asset to our lab.

I earnestly endorse Mani Gupta as an exceptionally deserving candidate for the Lab Heroes Award. His significant contributions to both research and mentorship exemplify the essence of a hero within our scientific community. As the adage goes, heroes come in various forms, and Mani, draped in a lab coat, is undoubtedly one of them."

Nominated by Sayani Ghosh, Protein and Organism Engineering Lab, IISER Kolkata, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata, India