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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Worked in the field of Regenerative Medicine. Specialized in working with Mesenchymal Stem cells to develop and produce personalized autologous stem cell therapies.- Developed stem cell-based personalized pharmaceutical-grade therapy products using Human Adipose-Derived Stem Cells (ADSCs) for treating various diseases, including diabetic wounds, scars, osteoarthritis, hair loss, fertility, and IV therapy.- Registered and evaluated safety and control processes for all biological samples.- Managed lab activities such as daily work plans, lab meetings, and pre-audit preparations.- Maintained quality systems by creating and updating SOPs.- Managed compliance-related issues, deviations, and CAPAs.- Reviewed and approved daily batch records.- Analyzed and approved quality control test results (PCR, flow cytometry, LAL, Bactec blood culture, microbiological tests).- Prepared product release documents for patient and Doctor consumption.- Worked directly with local and international suppliers to ensure a smooth production flow.- Supervised employees and trained them on GMP techniques and safety measures.- Partnered with cross-functional teams to develop educational content to share with sales, marketing, and clients.

Dubai, U.A.E

-Managed marketing strategies, campaigns, and budgets to ensure timely completion.-Reported on the effectiveness of strategies and campaigns.-Supervised a team of marketing representatives and facilitated communication with field staff, distributors, and the supply chain.-Conducted marketing administrative work, including maintaining databases, preparing sales and review meetings, and conducting statistical analysis.

Montreal, Canada

- Developed protocols for establishing induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) by reprogramming porcine somatic cells with germinal vesicle cytoplasmic extract and small molecule compounds.- Optimized protocols for assessing and validating stem cell like colonies obtained from experiments.- Performed several assays and techniques to validate stem cell like colonies by Western Blot, Immunofluorescence and Immunohistochemistry staining.- Carried out Real-Time PCR to assess gene profile expressions of somatic markers and pluripotent markers.- Trained to collect, select and manipulate oocytes.- Involved in cell culture and maintenance of stem cells in culture.- Use of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Chennai, India

‘A study of the behavior of gold fish (Carassius auratus auratus)’- Analyzed the memory span of gold fish by conducting studies to observe if gold fish can be conditioned to stimuli.- Tested and analyzed the effects of exposure to colored lights on their daily behavior.

Chennai, India

Effects of Vitamin B and Vitamin C on the longevity and lifespan of Drosophila melanogaster.’ - The study was conducted with the aim of observing and interpreting the effects of Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C respectively on the lifecycle and lifespan of the flies.- The larvae were supplemented with four increasing concentrations of the respective vitamins and their growth and behavior was monitored. - Trained to handle, maintain and culture Drosophila melanogaster.

Master’S Degree, Biotechnology

Activities and Societies: International Buddy Program (International Student Services)This is an interdisciplinary Master's Program.

Bachelor’S Degree, Advanced Zoology And Biotechnology, First Class With Distinction

Activities and Societies: Member of Environment Club, Member of French Club, Member of Rotaract Society, English tutor for the Language.