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I am a bioengineering professional with expertise in bioconjugation, protein sciences, assay development, and nanoparticle technology, dedicated to advancing ultrasensitive assays for early diagnostics and point-of-care biosensors. With a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign under the mentorship of Professor Brian Cunningham, I bring extensive hands-on experience in biotechnologies.My expertise spans: *Molecular Cloning and Protein Expression: Skilled in designing constructs, optimizing expression systems, and streamlining workflows for scalable protein production, ensuring functional biomolecules for diverse applications.*Bioconjugation and Surface Chemistry: Proficient in advanced techniques such as SMCC, SiteClick, iEDDA, NHS, EDC, and Maleimide/thiol, for functionalizing biomolecules, with a proven track record of optimizing conjugation strategies for antibodies, peptides, and oligonucleotides. *Protein Purification and Characterization: Skilled in high-throughput chromatography methods (affinity, size-exclusion, ion-exchange) and analytical techniques (SDS-PAGE, DLS, UV-vis spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry) to achieve high-purity and functional biomolecules for downstream applications. *Assay Development: Experienced in developing and optimizing ELISAs, nucleic acid amplification assays (qPCR, RT-PCR, LAMP), and proximity extension immunoassays for applications in infectious diseases and cancer diagnostics. *Nanotechnology and Biosensors: Proficient in synthesizing and characterizing gold and magnetic nanoparticles, as well as designing DNA-based architectures for ultrasensitive biomarker detection, integrating nanotechnology into scalable diagnostic platforms. I thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments, combining technical expertise with problem-solving skills to deliver high-impact solutions. My work has resulted in 15 publications (including 3 first-author papers) and ongoing contributions to the scientific community, with a focus on innovation and real-world applications.Under Professor Cunningham’s guidance, I developed a profound appreciation for the intersection of engineering, biology and chemistry, which has shaped my approach to addressing complex challenges in healthcare. Whether leading R&D projects, mentoring junior researchers, or integrating workflows into scalable platforms, I am driven by the potential to translate complex scientific concepts into meaningful advancements in healthcare.