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Pomona, California, United States

Perform QC testing on incoming raw materials, production samples in a fast-paced environmentPerform Titrations, viscosity and hardness measurements, pH, specific gravity, and mechanical stability tests.Perform other quality checks with tests such as Precure, mold, dip and adhesion test. Perform required testing to address customer complaints, product non-conformance, and off-specification raw materials and batches.Safely work with hazardous chemicals, ensuring proper storage and disposal. Following the safety rules, including wearing personal protective equipment, reading SDSs and labels. Organize and maintain the QC retain product samples and documenting results electronically. Interact with production personnel to maintain effective communication, address any problems, and propose process improvements during discussions.

Understanding the molecular basis of abscission zone formation in floral organs of two plant species: Delphinium bellamosum and Aquilegia coerulea.Determining genetic, morphological, and developmental changes as flower progresses through different stages of developmentHands on experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy, Polymerase Chain Reaction, and DNA and RNA extraction in vitro culturing plants.Conducted intensive literature reading, writing, reviewing, and synthesis and published papers as a co-author. Led team projects and collaborated with team members to design experiments, collect samples, analyze the data, and present the results through poster or oral presentation.

Pomona, California, United States

Conducted an independent honors project focused on identifying transposable element sequences in the genome of the Western Black Widow spider, Latrodectus hesperus. This involved using various Linux commands to explore the genome, expanding knowledge about bioinformatic tools, and communicating the research through a poster presentation.

Claremont, California, United States

• As a team, performed experiments demonstrating the process of biopharmaceutical production.• Microbial Fermentation, Upstream and Downstream processing.• Performed project in which the drug development process was described in detail.• Proposed a new theoretical insulin drug describing the target product profile, manufacturing process, and quality specifications.• Learned about the quality, regulatory and technical considerations of the process.

Master Of Science - Ms, Biotechnology

Bachelor'S Degree, Biotechnology

Activities and Societies: Mentor, Mentor Collective program Alpha Lambda National Honor Society Sikh Student Association Biotechnology Club

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biotechnology, Summa Cum Laude