Dr Gupta, Founder and Executive Director
The Expert Behind CCL
Dr. Shilpi Gupta, PhD is a research scientist, educator, and the Founder and Executive Director of Curious and Creative Lab. Trained in Cancer Biology and Innate Immunology, Dr. Gupta spent years publishing extensively in the world’s leading peer-reviewed international medical journals before transitioning from academic laboratories to lead macro-level wellness programming.
As Executive Director, she bridges the gap between complex clinical data and practical human longevity. Dr. Gupta translates intricate physiological mechanics—such as metabolic health, circadian rhythms, and the gut-brain axis—into highly structured, low-cognitive-load wellness curriculums. Under her leadership, Curious and Creative Lab deploys elite, turnkey educational solutions that optimize performance for health-forward corporate workspaces and preserve long-term independent vitality for premium senior living portfolios across Canada.
Featured In & Media
CARP Scarborough Chapter - Workshop
Aug 2025
Featured speaker for an online workshop exploring the science of sleep and healthy aging - covering circadian biology, sleep phases, and practical restorative sleep strategies.
CARP National - Brain Health Mini-Series
April 2026
Led a sold-out 3-part series, "Stay Sharp to Age Well," for CARP's Scarborough Chapter. Over 200 attendees joined each live session. The full series is now available on demand to CARP members nationwide. Read the CARP feature →
OSSCO 13th Annual Seniors' Conference - Keynote Speaker
Sept 2025
Invited keynote presenter at the Ontario Society of Senior Citizens' Organizations annual provincial conference, delivering science-based insights on healthy aging to delegates from across Ontario.
Caledon Public Library - Recurring Guest Speaker
Nov 2025
Delivered a 4-part virtual series on menopause and women's health, and a previous Healthy Aging series. Dr. Gupta has been invited back as a returning speaker, recognized for translating complex science into accessible, actionable sessions.
Senior Persons Living Connected (SPLC) - Seniors Active Living Fair
Presented "Fall Prevention and Muscle Strengthening: Science-Backed Strategies for Seniors." Hosted in partnership with the Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) and funded by the Ontario government.
Central Eglinton Community Centre (CECC) - Seniors Active Living Fair
Presented "Stay Sharp to Age Well," focused on cognitive health and brain aging. Hosted in partnership with the Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) and funded by the Ontario government.