Neeru joined the lab as a research assistant in 2025.
Neeru Jindal
research assistant
Sacha James
postdoc
I am a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Exeter. I completed my undergraduate at the University of Nottingham before joining University College London as a Research Assistant where I contributed to the development of novel technologies for identifying the origins of epileptic seizure activity. I completed my PhD in neuroendocrinology at the University of Exeter in 2026, investigating how hypothalamic hormones modulate pituitary activity. My current activity in the Bernard Lab focuses on understanding the role of RNA methylation during cortical development.
Outside the lab, I enjoy spending as much time outdoors as possible. And whether running, climbing or hiking, I will always be sure to bake sufficient snacks for the occasion!
Caedmon Rutter
PhD student
I am currently working as a PhD student at the University of Exeter in the
department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences. Before moving to Exeter, I
completed my Msci in Biochemistry at the University of Birmingham, where my final year project investigated the effects of the over-expression of apoptosis regulators in neuronal tissue, both at a molecular level and lifespan in Drosophila. I am now working on a PhD in the Bernard lab, using mice as a model with which to research translational regulation mechanisms in interneuron development and function.
Outside of the lab I enjoy reading and playing the guitar and am aiming to spend more time out on the moors.