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Pune, Mh, In

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Successfully managed the organization and launch of a new line of organic products, overseeing supply chain logistics, advertising, packaging, and accounts to ensure a smooth and successful market introduction.

Pune, Maharashtra, India

- Directed social media efforts to highlight the brand’s sustainability and regenerative agriculture focus,boosting online visibility and engagement.- Incorporated sustainability principles into communications strategies, providing strategic guidance to stakeholders and leading initiatives to raise awareness about sustainable agriculture.

San Diego, California, United States

Spearheaded a collaborative project between Scripps Institution of Oceanography (UCSD), the City of Imperial Beach, California State Parks, and the Port of San Diego to install coastal monitoring stations and educate local communities about sea level rise.

San Diego, California, United States

Demonstrated the reliability of user-submitted data to study sea-level rise, using programming tools (MATLAB, Python) to statically compare image-derived coastal data to survey and satellite measurements.Performed data analysis of audio samples to determine the potential impacts of man-made sounds (shipping vessels and oil and gas exploration) on marine animal communications.

San Diego, California, United States

Conducted a geographic information system (GIS) analysis of pre-1976 nuclear power plant sites in the USA to assess their suitability, using modern site-selection criteria. Performed a cost-benefit analysis study on replacing fossil fuel energy with nuclear power sources.

San Diego, California, United States

Provided exceptional customer service by addressing resident inquiries and ensuring a positive experience.Demonstrated strong organizational skills by coordinating and hosting community events, creating an engaging environment for residents.Collaborated effectively with a diverse team to maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the housing community.Handled food and drinks for events in accordance with food safety protocols.Developed excellent record-keeping abilities to accurately track and manage resident requests and preferences.

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Utilized scientific expertise and communications background to provide sustainable agriculture strategies to rural farming communities, based on in-depth analysis of field data and crop yield statistics.Curated brand’s social media presence and marketing strategy, growing to over 3000+ online followers.

Ames, Ia

Analyzing the link between genetic variation and gene expression, between different pig breeds, and tissues. Designing genetic assays to validate Allele-Specific and Allele-Biased Expression of genes in fetal muscle and liver tissue.

Ames, Ia

Teaching assistant for Gen 410, an advanced-level course on Analytical Genetics. Responsible for grading and providing feedback for all exams and assignments

Ames, Ia

Developed genetic assays to characterize T and B-cell receptor V(D)J recombination and study Artemis expression in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency. Work published as co-author in Frontiers in Immunology publication (Boettcher, 2020).

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Studied the genetic basis, and evolutionary advantages of genetic phase variation, towards bacterial fitness and antibiotic resistance in an E. coli model.

Ames, Iowa

President for Indian Students’ Association at Iowa State University. Represented a population of over 1000 Indian students and faculty, and organized various large-scale community and cultural events throughout the year. Won ‘Event if the Year’ awards from the ISU Student Activities Center, and International Student Council for Diwali night organizes during my presidency.

Pune Area, India

Research Intern at Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute (HCJMRI), Jehangir Hospital, Pune, India for Vitamin D Prevalence Study (Summer 2018). Worked on developing a novel, cost-efficient Vitamin D Extraction process and UPLC Mass Spectrometry assay using Serum and Dried Blood Spot samples.

Master Of Advanced Studies - Mas, Climate Science And Policy, 3.94/4

Activities and Societies: Climate Science and Policy Leadership ScholarshipData Analysis (MATLAB, GIS, R) and Climate Policy focus..

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology (Minor In Genetics), 3.91/4 (Summa Cum Laude)

Activities and Societies: University Honors Program; Phi Beta Kappa; Indian Students’ AssociationRelevant Coursework: - Molecular Genetics.