Advanced assay Diagnostics and Nanotechnology ProfessionalKey Skillsets: 1. Advanced Diagnostics Technology: Proficient in leveraging nanotechnology to develop cutting-edge diagnostic tools and technologies for enhanced accuracy and sensitivity.2. Microfluidics and Lab-on-a-Chip: Skilled in designing and fabricating microfluidic devices and lab-on-a-chip systems, enabling precise and rapid sample analysis in diagnostics.3. Biomarker Detection: Expertise in utilizing Raman, surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) and other innovative detection methods to identify and quantify biomarkers for disease diagnosis and prognosis.4. Point-of-Care Solutions: Experienced in developing point-of-care diagnostic assays and portable devices, enabling rapid and convenient on-site testing for improved patient care.5. Biomedical Materials: Knowledgeable in the selection and characterization, for developing novel diagnostic platforms with high specificity and sensitivity.6. Research and Development: Proven track record of conducting impactful research, publishing in renowned journals, and staying updated with the latest advancements in diagnostics.7. Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong aptitude for collaborating with cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers, and clinicians, fostering innovation and driving successful diagnostic projects from conception to commercialization.8. Intellectual Property: Extensive experience in patenting novel diagnostic technologies, with a focus on Raman, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), colorimetric and microfluidics. 9. Mentorship and Troubleshooting: Successfully trained and guided several undergraduate and Polytechnique interns as a supervisor, fostering their growth and instilling best practices in laboratory work. Additionally, co-supervised doctoral students in the dynamic field of optical biosensing, providing guidance, and facilitating their research progress, while also addressing technical challenges and promoting a collaborative research environment.10. Project Management: Proficient in leading and managing research projects, ensuring they meet deadlines and goals while effectively coordinating team efforts.Specifically, i am interested in developing simple & reproducible plasmonic substrate based Biosensing platforms for use as Biosensors, Designing Biochemical assays for immunosensor applications.My goal is to find a novel, scalable and cost effective point of care diagnostic/Sensor solution to address various clinical unmet needs and also apply towards Environmental monitoring.