Priya received her B. Tech in Biotechnology from the National Institute of Technology Calicut, India, in 2021. During her undergraduate studies, she conducted extensive research with a motive to eliminate Candida auris infections through a drug repurposing approach, using methionine synthase as a novel antifungal target. Additionally, she possesses a wide range of experience working in cancer-centric forums and effectively communicates oncological sciences through her writings. In 2022, she joined the Provenzano Lab as a PhD student, where her current focus centers around developing unique CAR engineering strategies with an emphasis on elucidating T cell migration mechanisms. Outside of her research endeavors, she finds joy in sketching, traveling, and exploring new adventure sports.