Shivani Srivastava

Dr. Shivani Srivastava is a scientist committed to understanding the molecular underpinnings of metabolic diseases. She earned her Ph.D. in biochemistry from Banaras Hindu University in India, where her doctoral research focused on the mechanisms of diabetes—specifically beta-cell adaptation, incretin biology, and phytotherapeutics. This foundational work sparked her enduring interest in metabolic disease biology. In 2020, Dr. Srivastava relocated to the United States for postdoctoral research in cardiovascular disease models at The Ohio State University and UCLA, gaining extensive technical experience and a broader understanding of how metabolic and cardiovascular health intertwine. She later joined Yale University, contributing to groundbreaking research on rare and metabolic disorders, including childhood obesity, Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome, and ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL). Dr. Shivani Srivastava received the 2024 Young Investigator Award from the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) during their Annual Meeting. This prestigious international award recognizes early-career researchers who have made significant contributions to the field of bone and mineral research. Currently at Yale, Dr. Srivastava is an associate research scientist investigating how metabolic enzymes in pancreatic islets and energy-regulating tissues can uncover novel therapeutic strategies in the field of diabetes. By integrating basic science with translational approaches, she aims to develop innovative treatments for metabolic diseases. She has made significant contributions to the scientific community, authored multiple research articles, and served as a reviewer for numerous reputable scientific journals. Her peer review service spans 29 journals, encompassing fields such as endocrinology, pharmacology, immunology, and metabolic diseases. Notably, she is also serving as a topic editor for Frontiers in Aging, on the topic "Unraveling the Complexities of Premature Aging: Mechanisms and Interventions."

• Ph.D

• Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU - Ph.D