Using a unicellular green alga as a model system, Prachee’s NIH funded laboratory uses chemical biology, biochemistry, genetics and quantitative live cell imaging to uncover novel mechanisms regulating assembly of the ubiquitous cellular antenna, the cilium. Prachee is a strong advocate for improved publication practices and serves on the board of directors for ASAPbio and eLife. She also founded the online peer-mentoring community for junior faculty, New PI Slack, and is involved in various efforts to support early-career scientists.