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Athens, OH, US

Athens, Ohio, United States

• Identified novel role of growth hormone in the propagation of chemoresistance via tumor-derived exosomes in melanoma, pancreatic cancer, and lung cancer.
• Isolated exosomes by optimizing the isolation protocol using a combination of filtration techniques and centrifugation. Additionally, characterized the isolated exosomes using electron microscopy and nanoparticle.
• Utilized molecular biology and biochemistry techniques including qPCR, Western blotting, and co-immunoprecipitation to investigate the role of specific proteins in drug resistance in cancer cells. In addition.
• Collaborated with researchers from different disciplines, presented research findings at national and international conferences, and secured $30,000 in grant funding for research projects.

Athens, Ohio, United States

• Provided hands-on laboratory instruction to undergraduate students, including preparing and setting up experiments, demonstrating techniques, and ensuring safety protocols are followed
• Developed and updated course materials, including lecture slides, assignments, and exams, to ensure students receive relevant and engaging instruction on microbiology concepts.
• Implemented innovative teaching methods to explain complex topics, assessed student learning abilities and achievements, and tracked student performances.
• Maintained a 4.7/5 over 5 feedback rating with over 200 students by providing clear and detailed answers to their questions, holding weekly office hours, and tutoring students with challenging concepts to help them.

Athens, Ohio

• Conducted RNA-seq data analysis to identify differentially expressed genes, analyzed, and interpreted results utilizing Linux platform and bioinformatics tools such as R scripting.
• Performed quality control checks on RNA-seq data, including but not limited to, raw read counts, coverage and mapping statistics, and gene-level expression statistics
• Annotated genes and transcripts in RNA-seq data by using the program STAR, to identify novel transcript and new isoforms, and quantitated gene expression levels, provided results to the researchers, researchers.

Athens, Ohio, United States

• Identified a novel role for the interaction between CLIC5 and Myosin6 in regulating inner ear structure and function, as well as contributing to certain types of hearing loss.
• Utilized various experimental techniques, including confocal microscopy to visualize protein distribution and localization in the inner ear, mice work to study the effects of CLIC5 knockout on hearing function, and.
• Collaborative with different scientists to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results. Additionally, presented research findings at regional conferences and contributed to grant applications for future.

Bengaluru Area, India

• Achieved a 40% cost reduction by optimizing the concentration of albumin, without affecting the sensitivity of the ELISA (Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay).
• Increased the throughput of the ELISA process by 50% through the development of a streamlined workflow in 384-well plates, including the automation of key steps in the assay protocol, resulting in increased efficiency.

Pune Area, India

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of various departments within the organization, including Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Packaging and Production, and Manufacturing of DTP, MMR, Rabies vaccines, and.
• Increased collaboration and communication between departments by 30% through the development of cross-functional relationships, resulting in improved efficiency and knowledge sharing.

Bachelor Of Technology (Btech), Biotechnology

Activities and Societies: • Social Worker at Rotaract club of Manipal. • Member of AIESEC Manipal: a global platform for young people to.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Molecular And Cellular Biology

Activities and Societies: • President, Indian Students Association • Representative, Graduate Student Senate • Reviewer, Original Work.

Master'S Degree, Biological Sciences- Cell, Developmental And Microbiology

Thesis title: Interaction of MYO6 and CLIC5: An Interdependent Relation in the Hair Bundle Maintenance

High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates

• Selected for the National-level Science exhibition for Mathematical Modelling (2011) • Selected for the National-level Science.