Rohan K.

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Graduate Research Assistant @ University of Houston
Houston, TX, US
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About Rohan K.

I am a PhD student in Chemical Engineering at the University of Houston, with over two years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. I have an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology from Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi, India, where I graduated with honors.My core competencies include biologics upstream processing, downstream purification, vector cloning, metabolic engineering and analytical method development. I have worked on multiple projects in biopharmaceutical industry and academic research, and I understand bioprocesses on both micro (enzyme engineering, metabolic engineering) and macro (bioprocess modelling, process development) scales.I have also demonstrated skills in research as well as management in my previous roles. I am passionate about applying my knowledge and expertise to solve real-world problems and advance the field of chemical and biomolecular engineering

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University of Houston

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Graduate Research Assistant
Houston, TX, US
Rohan K. Work Experience Details
  • University Of Houston
    Graduate Research Assistant
    University Of Houston
    Houston, Tx, Us
  • University Of Houston
    Doctoral Student
    University Of Houston Aug 2019 - Present
    Houston, Texas, United States
    I am working with Prof. Navin Varadarajan on multiple projects, including-Production of recombinant 2’3’-cGAMP from Escherichia coli• Designed complete upstream and downstream bioprocess for synthesis and purification of 2’3’-cGAMP, a potential new generation vaccine adjuvant.• Performed codon optimization using HTS-based methods and performed vector design and conjugation for protein expression.• Led bioprocess development from plasmid design, cloning and culturing (upstream) to and purification (downstream) processes. Performed bioprocess optimization resulting in significant yield improvement (~30%) over previous studies, resulting in patent application.• Performed intermediate characterization using RP-HPLC and LC-MS, as well as endotoxin testing for final product.Development of commensal bacterial strains for immunomodulatory response• Studied engraftment of engineered commensal bacterial strains producing immunomodulator in mouse model. • Collected biological samples (intestine) to study immune cell activation profiles in Flow cytometry setup.Development of intranasal vaccine for SARS-CoV-2• Designed, performed and analyzed experiments in molecular cloning, recombinant protein production (expiF/CHO-K1) and animal studies to study vaccine responses for a fusion antibody-based vaccine with mucosal delivery system to improve antigen presentation at site of infection in SARS-CoV-2.
  • Department Of Chemical Engineering, Iit Bombay
    Research Fellow
    Department Of Chemical Engineering, Iit Bombay Apr 2018 - Jun 2019
    Mumbai Area, India
    Worked with Prof. Sarika Mehra and Dr. Vikas Chandrawanshi on the following project-Metabolic Flux Analysis (MFA) in CHO-K1 cells• Created a systems biology approach for studying metabolic network comprising major reaction pathways of cellular metabolites using growth and secretome data from Tunicamycin treated CHO cells.• Mapped both extra/intracellular reaction fluxes by bootstrapping and solving the overdetermined linear system of fluxes, showing variation between control and Tunicamycin treated CHO cells shows altered metabolism in particular pathways.
  • Reliance Life Sciences
    Executive, Production/ Projects
    Reliance Life Sciences Sep 2016 - Jan 2018
    Mumbai Area, India
    Working in Bio-similar Department at RLS in tandem with upcoming Novel technology facility project for Biosimilar production.
  • Indian Institute Of Technology(Bhu),Varanasi
    Integrated Dual Degree (Idd) In Biochemical Engineering
    Indian Institute Of Technology(Bhu),Varanasi Jul 2011 - Jun 2016
    Varanasi Area, India
    Completed of a 5 Yr. Integrated Dual Degree(Bachelors' in Technology and Masters' in Technology) in Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology.
  • National Plasma Fractionation Centre
    Project Management Trainee
    National Plasma Fractionation Centre Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
    King Edward Memorial(K.E.M) Hospital, Elphinstone Road(East), Mumbai
    Worked on a project regarding the Financial Feasibility of a facility for NPFC in Govandi, Mumbai (India), as well as a market report on therapeutic Blood products Prepared calculation charts and Batch Manufacturing Records for production of therapeutic Blood products like Factor VIII, Human Serum Albumin(HSA), Factor IX, Immunoglobulin G and Prothrombin Complex
  • Serum Institute Of India Limited
    Summer Intern
    Serum Institute Of India Limited Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
    Serum Institute Of India,Pune,India
    Submitted a Project Report on the Quality Control Department,resulting in a Revision and Report on overall department dynamic & Standard Operating procedures for safety compliance.
  • Air India Limited
    Summer Trainee
    Air India Limited May 2012 - Jun 2012
    Mumbai Area, India
    Prepared a project report on the Engine overhaul and Maintenance Department, regarding General Engine Testing procedures and requirements.

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Rohan K. attended University Of Houston, Indian Institute Of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, Vidya Mandir, Dadabari, Kota, V.p.m Vidya Mandir.dahisar, Mumbai.

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