Chandan Shivamalli | Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

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Assoc Prof Dr. Chandan Shivamalli | Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

 

Assoc Prof Dr at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research India

Assoc Prof Dr Chandan S is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Mysore and currently serves as an Assistant Professor and Coordinator at Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara University. Assoc Prof Dr. Chandan has extensive research experience, having worked on projects funded by prestigious agencies like DST-SERB and ICMR. He has led various projects, including studies on anti-mucosal inflammatory effects, Alzheimer’s disease therapy, and leptospiral peptidomimetics. Assoc Prof Dr. Chandan’s contributions to the field have earned him awards such as the DST-SERB Young Scientist Award and the ICMR Senior Research Fellowship.

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šŸ“š Educational Qualification

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) University / College: University of Mysore, JSS College, Mysore Period: 2002-2005. M.Sc University / College: University of Mysore, JSS College, Mysore Period: 2005-2007 . Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) University / College: Vinayaka Missions University (Deemed), Vinayaka Missions University Period: 2007-2008 . Ph.D University / College: University of Mysore, University of Mysore Period: 2010-2013

šŸ’¼ Work Experience

1. Project Directorate on Animal Disease Monitoring and Surveillance, ICAR Designation / Department: Post Graduate Research Assistant Period: June 02, 2007 – March 31, 2010 Duration: 2 Years 9 Months. 2. Department of Studies in Biotechnology Designation / Department: Project Fellow Period: May 17, 2010 – May 21, 2011 Duration: 1 Year 0 Months. 3. Indian Council for Medical Research Designation / Department: Senior Research Fellow Period: May 21, 2011 – December 13, 2013 Duration: 2 Years 7 Months. 4. Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara University Designation / Department: Lecturer, Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Period: December 13, 2013 – January 31, 2016 Duration: 2 Years 1 Month 5. Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara University Designation / Department: Assistant Professor & Coordinator, Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Period: February 01, 2016 – Till Date Duration: 5 Years 9 Months

šŸ† Awards

1. DST-SERB Young Scientist Awarding Agency: DST-SERB, Purpose of Award: Sanction of Project, Award Type: National, Award Date: June 1, 2016 2. Senior Research Fellow Awarding Agency: ICMR, Purpose of Award: To pursue PhD, Award Type: National, Award Date: May 21, 2011

šŸ”¬ Projects

1. Evaluation of anti-mucosal inflammatory effect of Acacia fernesiana using Zebra fish as model organism Principal Investigator: Dr. Chandan S Duration: 1 Year(s) Institute: School of Life Sciences – Mysuru Department: Biotechnology & Bioinformatics 2. A prospective study of synergistic effect of combination therapy of FDA approved drugs and in silico characterization against Alzheimer’s disease Principal Investigator: Dr. Chandan S Duration: 2 Year(s) Institute: School of Life Sciences – Mysuru Department: Biotechnology & Bioinformatics 3. Genomic and proteomic analysis of outer membrane vesicles from clinical isolates of Leptospira and development of antileptospiral peptidomimetics Principal Investigator: Dr. Chandan SDuration: 3 Year(s) Institute: Faculty of Life Sciences [FLS] Department: Bioinformatics [BIOINFO]

Publications Top NotesšŸ“

 

  • Title: A systematic review on ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and pharmacological aspects of Thymus vulgaris Linn.
    Authors: SM Patil, R Ramu, PS Shirahatti, C Shivamallu, RG Amachawadi
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume and Issue: 7(5)
    Article Number: 134

 

  • Title: Antiviral and immunomodulatory activity of curcumin: A case for prophylactic therapy for COVID-19
    Authors: RK Thimmulappa, KK Mudnakudu-Nagaraju, C Shivamallu, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume and Issue: 7(2)
    Article Number: 133

 

  • Title: Bioactive compounds effective against type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review
    Authors: C Egbuna, CG Awuchi, G Kushwaha, M Rudrapal, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry
    Volume and Issue: 21(12)
    Pages: 1067-1095

 

  • Title: In silico evaluation of flavonoids as effective antiviral agents on the spike glycoprotein of SARS-CoV-2
    Authors: AS Jain, P Sushma, C Dharmashekar, MS Beelagi, SK Prasad, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences
    Volume and Issue: 28(1)
    Pages: 1040-1051

 

  • Title: Genetic typing of recent classical swine fever isolates from India
    Authors: SS Patil, D Hemadri, BP Shankar, AG Raghavendra, H Veeresh, …
    Year: 2010
    Journal: Veterinary Microbiology
    Volume and Issue: 141(3-4)
    Pages: 367-373

 

  • Title: Genistein: a potent anti-breast cancer agent
    Authors: SS Bhat, SK Prasad, C Shivamallu, KS Prasad, A Syed, P Reddy, CA Cull, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Current Issues in Molecular Biology
    Volume and Issue: 43(3)
    Pages: 1502-1517

 

  • Title: Palladium (II) complexes as biologically potent metallo-drugs: Synthesis, spectral characterization, DNA interaction studies and antibacterial activity
    Authors: KS Prasad, LS Kumar, S Chandan, RMN Kumar, HD Revanasiddappa
    Year: 2013
    Journal: Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
    Volume: 107
    Pages: 108-116

 

  • Title: Aqueous Extract of Saraca indica Leaves in the Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles: Finding a Way towards Going Green
    Authors: KS Prasad, A Patra, G Shruthi, S Chandan
    Year: 2017
    Journal: Journal of Nanotechnology
    Volume and Issue: 2017(1)
    Article Number: 7502610

 

  • Title: Quinazolinones linked amino acids derivatives as a new class of promising antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents
    Authors: KP Rakesh, S Ramesh, HMM Kumar, S Chandan, DC Gowda
    Year: 2015
    Journal: European Journal of Chemistry
    Volume and Issue: 6(3)
    Pages: 254-260

 

  • Title: Diorganotin(IV) complexes of biologically potent 4(3H)-quinazolinone derived Schiff bases: Synthesis, spectroscopic characterization, DNA interaction studies and …
    Authors: KS Prasad, LS Kumar, S Chandan, B Jayalakshmi, HD Revanasiddappa
    Year: 2011
    Journal: Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
    Volume and Issue: 81(1)

 

Mohammadsadeq Mottaqi | Computational biology | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Mohammadsadeq Mottaqi | Computational biology | Young Scientist Award

MohammadSadeq Mottaqi is a dedicated Ph.D. candidate in Biochemistry at the City University of New York, with a strong foundation in Biotechnology from the University of Tehran. He possesses a robust skill set in Python, R, and various bioinformatics tools. His research focuses on machine learning-based drug action prediction, molecular dynamics simulations, and protein-ligand interactions. He has contributed significantly to research projects at Hunter College and Weill Cornell Medicine, and has industry experience as an R&D intern. MohammadSadeq is a published author, with works in journals like the Journal of Environmental Management and Informatics in Medicine Unlocked.

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EducationšŸŽ“

City University of New York, the Graduate Center, New York, NY PhD in Biochemistry, Computer Science Department
Aug 2022 – Present. University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran B.Sc. in Biotechnology, GPA: 3.8 (top 15%) Sep 2017 – March 2022

Ā Technical SkillsšŸ’»

Programming Languages: Python, R, Bioinformatics Tools and Libraries: PyMol, MOE, Gromacs, Spss, Unity, Scikit-learn, Data Analysis: Transcriptomics data analysis, Statistical analysis, Data Visualization, Operating Systems: Linux, Unix, Others: High-performance computing

Ā Relevant Experience šŸŒŸ

Machine learning-based prediction methods for drug actions
Prof. Lei Xie lab, Hunter College and Weill Cornell Medicine
June 2023 – Present
Thesis: Deep learning models for chemical-induced differential gene expression and cell viability predictions for de novo drugs and cell lines

  • Resolve challenges in predictive modeling using algorithmic approaches
  • Design pre-processing pipelines for Transcriptomics datasets
  • Integrate disparate Transcriptomics datasets (80 cell-lines) using Python
  • Incorporate multiple diverse labeled and unlabeled OMICS data
  • Contribute to writing manuscript

Molecular dynamics simulations of mutated HER2 protein
Research assistant – Dr. Mateusz Marianski lab, Hunter College
April 2023 – June 2023

  • Investigated coupling reactions and residue interactions in several mutated HER2 proteins
  • Performed molecular dynamics (MD) simulations employing Gromacs
  • Analyzed the data of the MD simulations
  • Presented the interpreted results

Protein-Ligand interactions in docking
Research assistant – Prof. Tom Kurtzman lab, Lehman College
Nov 2022 – Jan 2023

  • Identified the potential molecular interactions between protein pharmacophores and ligands
  • Wrote Python scripts in PyMOL for detection of potential H-bonds and Van der Waals forces

Aral Teb CO. Ltd., Tehran, Iran
R&D Intern
May 2020 – Oct 2020

  • Designed and executed experiments for a bacterial diagnostic kit
  • Converted 3D MRI data into a format compatible with 3D bioprinter
  • Served as a key researcher in the clean room

Virtual reality (VR) project, Iranā€™s National Elites Foundation
Nov 2020 – Aug 2021

  • Devised 7 biotechnological experiments in VR environments employing Unity software
  • Collaborated with 9 computer scientists and 4 biologists

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Iman Kianian, Mohammad Sadeq Mottaqi, et al. Automated identification of toxigenic cyanobacterial genera for water quality control purposes, Journal of Environmental Management

 

  • Mohammad Sadeq Mottaqi, et al. Contribution of machine learning approaches in response to SARS-CoV-2 infection, Informatics in Medicine Unlocked, 2021

Thi Mong Diep Nguyen | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Omvir Singh| Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

šŸ”¬šŸ§¬ Holding a Doctor of Science in Life Science (Cell Biotechnology) from the University of Tours, France, I’ve delved into diverse realms including cell biology, microbiology, and animal reproduction. As a Visiting Professor at the University of FranƧois-Rabelais and an Associate Professor at Quy Nhon University, I’ve led research projects exploring avian reproductive biotechnologies and the impact of AMPK protein kinase on male gonad functions. My contributions to grants investigating hCG glycoforms and fertility treatments showcase my dedication to advancing scientific understanding. šŸŒ±šŸ‘Øā€šŸ”¬

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Training Background:

University of Tours, France Years: 4/2022 Major/ Specialty: Life Science (Cell biotechnology) Academic Degree: Doctor of Science University of FranƧois-Rabelais, Tours, France Years: 1/2020 – 3/2020 Major/ Specialty: Biotechnology Role: Visiting Professor Quy Nhon University Year: 1/2020 Major/ Specialty: Biotechnology Role: Associate Professor INRA _Institut national de la recherche agronomique (Nouzilly), France Years: 10/2018 – 2/2019, 11/2016 – 04/2017 Major/ Specialty: Animal Cell Biotechnology + Immunology + Gonadotropins Role: Postdoctoral Researcher FranƧois-Rabelais University, France Years: 11/2011 – 10/2015 Major/ Specialty: Life Science (Cell biotechnology) Academic Degree: Ph.D Quy Nhon University Years: 9/2005 – 6/2008 Major/ Specialty: Biology Academic Degree: Master Quy Nhon University Years: 9/2001 – 9/2005 Major/ Specialty: Biology Academic Degree: Bachelor

 

šŸ”Research Projects (Last 5 Years):

CRYOBIRD – Development of avian reproductive biotechnologies for the management of genetic diversity Years: 10/2010 – 10/2014 Funding Institution: France Role: Participant. Study on pathogenic microorganisms in Arachis Hypogaea L. in ecological condition of Hoai An district, Binh Dinh province Year: 2016 – 2017 Funding Institution: Quy Nhon University Role: Chairman Impact of AMPK protein kinase on male gonad and spermatozoa functions Years: 2018 – 2019 Funding Institution: Quy Nhon University Role: Chairman Characterization of new hCG glycoforms for implantation and early pregnancy diagnostic Years: 2017 – 2020 Funding Institution: France Role: Participant Investigation on the role of 5ā€™-AMP activated protein kinase (AMPK) in adenylate cyclase gene expression using pharmacologicals activators and human Luteinizing Hormone (hLH) or Forskolin stimulators in Leydig MLTC-1 cells Years: 2018 – 2020 Funding Institution: NAFOSTED Role: Chairman Production of single-chain gonadotropins for fertility treatments Years: 2020 – 2023 Funding Institution: VINIF Role: Chairman

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Highly-Sensitive In Vitro Bioassays for FSH, TSH, PTH, Kp, and OT in Addition to LH in Mouse Leydig Tumor Cell
    • Authors: Klett, D., Pellissier, L., Lomet, D., Jean-Alphonse, F., Combarnous, Y.
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Undissociable chemically cross-linked and single-chain gonadotropins
    • Authors: Nguyen, T.M.D., Klett, D., Combarnous, Y.
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Impact of microwave synthesis time on the shape of silver nanostructures and their antibacterial activity
    • Authors: Hoang, N.H., Nguyen, V.N., Nguyen, T.T., Nguyen, T.M.D.
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Natural and recombinant equine chorionic gonadotropins past and future in animal reproductive technology
    • Authors: Thach, D.T., Cuong, B.K., Van Tong, H., Combarnous, Y., Nguyen, T.M.D.
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Effect of fluoxetine on cyclic adenosine monophosphate response to follicle-stimulating hormone in HEK cells
    • Authors: Nguyen, T.T., Nguyen, T.M.D.
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Membrane Hormone Receptors and Their Signaling Pathways as Targets for Endocrine Disruptors
    • Authors: Combarnous, Y., Nguyen, T.M.D.
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Roles of Soluble Adenylyl Cyclase in cAMP Synthesis in Animal Cells
    • Author: Nguyen, T.M.D.
    • Year: 2022

 

Sayandeep Dutta | Computer Science | Young Scientist Award

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Ā Mr. Sayandeep Dutta | Computer Science | Young Scientist AwardĀ 

Mr. Doon Heritage School, India

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬Driven by a passion for entrepreneurship and cybersecurity, aims to excel as a developer and analyst, leveraging diverse skills in machine learning and creative writing. With a track record of achievements, including prestigious awards and contributions to projects like Krishi Sarthi and OWASP Juice Shop, they possess a strong foundation in tech innovation. As founder of Krishi Sarthi and a penetration tester, they combine technical expertise with leadership in organizing cybersecurity events. Certified in HTML and web application penetration testing, they exhibit a keen aptitude for continuous learning and advancement in the field.šŸŒŸ

 

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šŸš€Ā Career Aspiration

Aspiring to excel as an entrepreneur, developer, and cybersecurity analyst, I aim to reach the pinnacle of success in my chosen field. With a diverse background in projects ranging from NFT artistry to ethical hacking and machine learning development, I strive to make a significant impact in the tech industry. Recognized for my dedication, I continuously engage with communities and contribute to public development research.

šŸŽ“ Ā Education

  • High School Diploma (Class 10) ā€“ Jermelā€™s Academy, Siliguri (Apr 2011 ā€“ Apr 2022)
  • High School Senior Diploma (Class 12) ā€“ Doon Heritage School, Siliguri (Apr 2022 ā€“ Apr 2024)

šŸ† Ā Achievements

  • Nomination for Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024
  • Youngest Participant at Young Scientist Conference, IISF 2023
  • Global Digital Innovation Award 2023

šŸ”Project Details

KrishiSarthi: Developed a project for calculating crop yield per hectare using geographical data. Bugbase Hall Of Fame: Recognized for contributions to bug bounty programs. CVE Issuances: Discovered and reported security vulnerabilities in web applications.

šŸ› ļøProjects

  • OWASP Juice Shop (Contributed): A sophisticated insecure web application for security training.
  • DialDetect (Self): A phone number details finder tool providing comprehensive information.

šŸ’¼Work Experience

Founder, KrishiSarthi: Calculated Crop Yield per hectare using geographical data. Content Writer, MAGICSTEP SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED: Learned project management and teamwork. Penetration Tester, WPScan – WordPress Security: Discovered CVEs and contributed to cybersecurity magazines. Team Leader, CyRaksha: Organized cybersecurity events to nurture talents. Digital Artist, OpenSea: Created NFTs and connected with other artists.

šŸ“œ Certification

HTML Workshop (2021). Technical Workshop on Web Application Penetration Testing (2023). High School Certificates – Certificate for n00bzCTF2023 (2023). Advance Javascript (2022). Effective Listening (2021)

šŸ”§ Ā Skill Highlights

Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Creative Writing, Conference Speaking, Team Management

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Development and bioavailability assessment of ramipril nanoemulsion formulation
    • Authors: S Shafiq, F Shakeel, S Talegaonkar, FJ Ahmad, RK Khar, M Ali
    • Journal: European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics
    • Year: 2007
    • Volume: 66
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 227-243
    • Citations: 1006

 

  • Nanoemulsions as vehicles for transdermal delivery of aceclofenac
    • Authors: F Shakeel, S Baboota, A Ahuja, J Ali, M Aqil, S Shafiq
    • Journal: Aaps Pharmscitech
    • Year: 2007
    • Volume: 8
    • Pages: 191-199
    • Citations: 427

 

  • Formulation development and optimization using nanoemulsion technique: a technical note
    • Authors: S Shafiq-un-Nabi, F Shakeel, S Talegaonkar, J Ali, S Baboota, A Ahuja, …
    • Journal: AAPS pharmscitech
    • Year: 2007
    • Volume: 8
    • Pages: E12-E17
    • Citations: 420

 

  • Design, development and evaluation of novel nanoemulsion formulations for transdermal potential of celecoxib
    • Authors: S Baboota, F Shakeel, A Ahuja, J Ali, S Shafiq
    • Journal: Acta pharmaceutica
    • Year: 2007
    • Volume: 57
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 315-332
    • Citations: 397

 

  • A review on the strategies for oral delivery of proteins and peptides and their clinical perspectives
    • Authors: A Muheem, F Shakeel, MA Jahangir, M Anwar, N Mallick, GK Jain, …
    • Journal: Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal
    • Year: 2016
    • Volume: 24
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 413-428
    • Citations: 384

 

hrishti Singh | Biomedical Engineering | Women Researcher Award

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Ā Dr. hrishti Singh | Biomedical Engineering | Women Researcher Award

Ā Dr. George Mason University, United States

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ With 5 years of experience as a biomedical engineer, scientist, and entrepreneur, I specialize in developing translational contrast agent platforms for enhancing early-stage tumor diagnosis. Additionally, I possess 1 year of healthcare product management experience as a Co-Founder of a biotech start-up. My expertise lies in problem-solving, stakeholder relationship management, and project planning, with a strong passion for innovation and improving patient outcomes through healthcare product development and leadership.

 

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Education šŸ“š

PhD in Bioengineering, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA (Aug. 2017 ā€“ Dec. 2022)Masters in Biomedical Engineering, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT (Aug. 2015 ā€“ Aug. 2017)Bachelors in Engineering (B.E) in Biotechnology, Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore, Karnataka (Aug. 2011 ā€“ Aug. 2015)

Technical Skills šŸ› ļø

Languages: Python, Matlab, Perl

Software Skills: Nanoscale Molecular Dynamics (NAMD), Adobe Illustrator

Experimental Skills: Gel Electrophoresis, Western Blotting, Flow Cytometry, Cell Culture, Biomaterial Design, Synthesis and Characterization, Lipid Nanoparticle Synthesis, Rheology of Soft Materials, Cyclic Voltammetry, Electroimpedance Spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), In-vitro Tissue Models, DNA Extraction, Cell Transfection, Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA), In-vivo Ultrasound and Photoacoustic Imaging

Research Awards šŸ…

WeSci Women in STEM Crowdfunding Campaign Winner, 2023George Mason University Outstanding PhD Dissertation Award, 2023Biomedical Engineering Society Advanced Biomanufacturing (AbioM) Best Graduate Work Award, 2023George Mason University Office of Provost and Executive Vice-President Award, 2018University of Bridgeport School of Engineering Academic Accomplishment, 2017University of Bridgeport Faculty Research Day, Winner of Best Graduate Poster, 2017ASEE Northeast Conference, Honorable Mention in Best Graduate Poster, 2016IEEE CT-IETA, Third Place in Best Graduate Poster, 2016IEEE CT-IETA, Honorable Mention in Best Graduate Poster, 2016Ramaiah Institute of Technology Alumni Association, Best B.E Project, 2015

Highlighted Presentation šŸŽ¤

  • Gordon Imaging Institute and MGH, Harvard University (Invite) Aug. 2023
    • Oral: Non-invasive Whole Body PA Imaging of Small Animals using ICG dye constructs. Cambridge, MA

Presentations šŸ“Š

Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting Oct. 2022Virginia Catalyst Conference Sept. 2022George Mason University ā€Mason Graduate Interdisciplinary Conferenceā€ Mar. 2022Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting Oct. 2020Materials Research Society Annual Meeting Dec. 2019

Leadership and Volunteer Experience šŸ¤

President of Graduate Association for Bioengineering Students at George Mason University.Member of International Student Advisory Board at George Mason University.Responsible for mentoring undergraduate students.Part of Letters to Pre-Scientist Program exchanging letters with middle and high school female students to demonstrate the importance of women in STEM.

Relevant Skills šŸ§Ŗ

  • Nanomedicine
  • Biomaterials
  • Contrast Agents
  • Drug Delivery
  • Photoacoustic Imaging
  • Rational Design of Solutions to Health Problems
  • Grant Writing
  • Transformational Leadership
  • Strong Communication

Entrepreneurial Experience šŸ’¼

NIRView Biosciences Inc. (March 2023 – Present)Co-Founder and CEO, Fairfax, VA Responsible for identifying customer needs, conducting product-market fit analysis, and building sustainable business and revenue models. Define the vision of the product and communicate it to the product development team and stakeholders. Proposal writing to secure non-dilutive funding from different government agencies. National Science Foundation I-Corps Entrepreneurial Program (May 2023 – July 2023)Entrepreneurial Lead, NSF I-Corps Bay Area Node, UC Berkley Determined business plans, mission statements, and visions for public health products. Conducted extensive customer discovery interviews to determine product-market fit.

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Relevant Awards šŸ†

Key Personnel and Investigator on NSF Grant Award Number 2325234.1st place winner and Masonā€™s Choice Winner of Patriot Pitch Competition (2023).2nd place winner of Accelerate Investor Conference (2023) pitch competition.Principal Investigator on NSF Small Business Innovation and Research Grant.Contrast agent technology selected as STAT News Best 64 technologies in the United States, 2023.

Research Experience šŸ“Š

George Mason UniversityPostdoctoral Research Fellow (March 2023 – Present)Graduate Research Assistant (August 2019 – December 2022)Graduate Research Assistant (August 2017 – August 2018)

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • Title: Synthesis of DNA origami scaffolds: current and emerging strategies
  • Authors: J Bush, S Singh, M Vargas, E Oktay, CH Hu, R Veneziano
  • Journal: Molecules
  • Year: 2020

 

  • Title: Solar cells with PbS quantum dot sensitized TiO2ā€“multiwalled carbon nanotube composites, sulfide-titania gel and tin sulfide coated C-fabric
  • Authors: RK Kokal, M Deepa, A Kalluri, S Singh, I Macwan, PK Patra, J Gilarde
  • Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics
  • Year: 2017

 

 

  • Title: Interactions between avidin and graphene for development of a biosensing platform
  • Authors: I Macwan, MDH Khan, A Aphale, S Singh, J Liu, M Hingorani, P Patra
  • Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics
  • Year: 2017

 

 

  • Title: Size-tunable ICG-based contrast agent platform for targeted near-infrared photoacoustic imaging.
  • Authors: S Singh, G Giammanco, CH Hu, J Bush, LS Cordova, DJ Lawrence, …
  • Journal: Photoacoustics
  • Year: 2023

 

 

  • Title: A Computational Approach for Understanding the Interactions between Graphene Oxide and Nucleoside Diphosphate Kinase with Implications for Heart Failure
  • Authors: A Ray, I Macwan, S Singh, S Silwal, P Patra
  • Journal: Nanomaterials
  • Year: 2018

 

 

  • Title: Versatile encapsulation and synthesis of potent liposomes by thermal equilibration
  • Authors: SA Roberts, C Lee, S Singh, N Agrawal
  • Journal: Membranes
  • Year: 2022

 

 

  • Title: Increasing Vaccine Production using Pulsed Ultrasound Waves
  • Authors: J Xing, S Singh, Y Zhao, Y Duan, H Guo, C Hu, A Ma, R George, JZ Xing, …
  • Journal: PLOS One
  • Year: 2017

 

 

  • Title: Autonomously Propelled Colloids for Penetration and Payload Delivery in Complex Extracellular Matrices
  • Authors: S Singh, J Moran
  • Journal: Micromachines
  • Year: 2022

 

 

  • Title: Rational design of ICG-based contrast agents for near-infrared photoacoustic imaging
  • Authors: M Hanafi, N Such, G Giammanco, S Singh, D Wegierak, E Abenojar, …
  • Journal: Photons Plus Ultrasound: Imaging and Sensing
  • Year: 2024

 

  • Title: Transcranial photoacoustic imaging with ICG J-aggregates for imaging blood-brain barrier leak following LPS-induced neuroinflammation
  • Authors: FJ Bodera, S Singh, R Veneziano, PV Chitnis, MJ McVey, MC Kolios
  • Journal: Photons Plus Ultrasound: Imaging and Sensing
  • Year: 2024

 

 

  • Title: Modified j-aggregates and conjugates thereof
  • Authors: R Veneziano, PV Chitnis, S Singh
  • Journal: US Patent App.
  • Year: 2023

 

  • Title: Indocyanine green-based in-vivo photoacoustic imaging contrast agent platform (Conference Presentation)
  • Authors: S Singh, G Giammanco, C Hu, J Bush, LS Cordova, DJ Lawrence, …
  • Journal: Photons Plus Ultrasound: Imaging and Sensing
  • Year: 2023

 

  • Title: Computational Investigation of Chirality-Based Separation of Carbon Nanotubes Using Tripeptide Library
  • Authors: S Singh, HR Divecha, A Ayoola, M Xavierselvan, J Devlin, I Macwan
  • Journal: Biomolecules
  • Year: 2023

 

 

 

Annesha Chakraborty| Bioinformatics | Women Researcher Award

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Ā Dr. Annesha Chakraborty | Bioinformatics | Women Researcher Award

Ā Dr. SASTRA DEEMED UNIVERSITY

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ A highly motivated Ph.D. candidate at SASTRA Deemed University, specializing in Bioinformatics and Biomolecular Crystallography, with hands-on experience in molecular docking, dynamics, and laboratory techniques. Possessing an M.Sc. in Microbiology and B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology, Chemistry, and Botany, I excel in research and academic achievements. As a Research Intern at MEAB LAB and Lab Tech. Intern at Suraksha Diagnostic Pvt. Ltd., I contributed to multiple publications and gained expertise in DNA/RNA extraction and PCR. Currently engaged in molecular dynamics studies on COVID Mpro, biomass production, and A.baumanniiā€™s efflux pump research. Passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.šŸŒŸ

 

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šŸŽ“ Education

Doctor of Philosophy (2023-Ongoing) SASTRA Deemed University, India Bioinformatics Center and Biomolecular Crystallography Lab, under the supervision of Dr. S. Thamotharan and co-supervision of Dr. Vigneshwer R. Currently pursuing research funded by DBT-govt. of India. M.Sc in Microbiology (2020-2022) Grade: A+ (80%) [Ranked 4th] B.Sc (Hons.) in Microbiology (2017-2020) Optional subjects: Chemistry and Botany Grade: B+ 12th (High School) (2015-2017) Science stream

šŸ”¬ Key Skills

  • Molecular Docking
  • Molecular Dynamics
  • Schrodinger
  • Pymol
  • MegaAUTODOCK
  • Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
  • ELISA
  • qPCR
  • RT-PCR
  • Flow Cytometry
  • Online tools for nucleic acid or protein sequence-based analysis (Expasy, Clustal Omega, NCBI)

šŸ’¼ Work Experience

Research Intern at MEAB LAB (08/2021-09/2022) JIS University (Hybrid mode) Responsibilities: Worked on current research projects with PhD scholars as a Project Associate Intern. Co-authored 3 review articles and 1 book chapter, and contributed to 3 research projects. Previously worked here for Master’s thesis paper. Lab Tech Intern at Suraksha Diagnostic Pvt. Ltd. (12.08.2022-24.08.2022) Responsibilities: Conducted DNA and RNA extraction for PCR to detect HLA, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and Covid-19 virus. Performed RT-PCR and real-time PCR to detect RNA and DNA viruses.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Title: Lignocellulolytic Microbial Systems and its Importance in Dye Decolourization: A Review

 

  1. Title: Microbial electrolysis cells for effective biohydrogen biogenesis from biowastes

 

  1. Title: Algae educed industrial enzymes production: a sustainable way forward?
    • Book: Industrial Microbiology
    • ISBN: 978-93-5461-997-7
    • Publisher: Astral International Pvt. Ltd. (Scopus)

Amr Mahdy | Numerical analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Amr Mahdy | Numerical analysis | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44519, Egypt.,Ā 

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬Dr. Amr Mahdy , a distinguished mathematician, holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics with a focus on numerical studies for linear and non-linear fractional order differential equations and their optimal control. With a solid academic background including a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Zagazig University, Egypt, they have excelled in their career as an educator and researcher. With over a decade of experience, they’ve served in various capacities at Zagazig University and Taif University, Saudi Arabia. Recognized as a Featured Scientist by Stanford University, their expertise lies in differential equations, offering valuable contributions to the field.šŸŒŸ

 

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šŸŽ“Education

Bachelor of Science May 2006 Zagazig University, Zagazig, P.Q. Box. 44519, Egypt. Major: Mathematics Rank: First on graduation class (1st of 290) Grade: Excellent with Honor GPA: 86.10%. Master of Science in Differential Equation September 2009 Zagazig University, Faculty of Science Registered for M. Sc. January 2008 in the Faculty of Science, Zagazig University. Received M. Sc. in September 2009.Title of M. Sc.: ā€œDIFFERENT ANALYTICAL METHODS FOR SOLVING LINEAR AND NONā€“LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL AND INTEGRAL EQUATIONSā€.

šŸ”Research

  • Ph.D. in Mathematics
    Thesis Title: Numerical Studies for Linear and Non-Linear Fractional Order Differential Equations and their Optimal Control

šŸ’¼Professional experience

Demonstrator Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt 7 October 2006 – 2009Assistant Lecturer
Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt 2009Lecturer Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt 2013 – PresentAssociative Professor Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt 2021 – PresentAssistant Professor Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Taif University, Taif, Saudi Arabian 2017 – PresentFeatured Scientist Ranked in the top 2% of scientists by Stanford University (2022-2023)

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Title: Crank-Nicolson finite difference method for solving time-fractional diffusion equation
    Authors: NH Sweilam, MM Khader, AMS Mahdy
    Journal: Journal of Fractional Calculus and Applications
    Volume: 2
    Issue: 2
    Pages: 1-9
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 131

 

  1. Title: Numerical studies for fractional-order Logistic differential equation with two different delays
    Authors: NH Sweilam, MM Khader, AMS Mahdy
    Journal: Journal of Applied Mathematics
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 91

 

  1. Title: Numerical study for the fractional differential equations generated by optimization problem using Chebyshev collocation method and FDM
    Authors: MM Khader, NH Sweilam, AMS Mahdy
    Journal: Applied Mathematics & Information Sciences
    Volume: 7
    Issue: 5
    Year: 2013
    Citations: 81

 

  1. Title: An efficient numerical method for solving the fractional diffusion equation
    Authors: MM Khader, NH Sweilam, AMS Mahdy
    Journal: Journal of Applied Mathematics and Bioinformatics
    Volume: 1
    Issue: 2
    Pages: 1
    Year: 2011
    Citations: 79

 

  1. Title: Numerical studies for solving fractional-order Logistic equation
    Authors: NH Sweilam, MM Khader, AMS Mahdy
    Journal: International Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics
    Volume: 78
    Issue: 8
    Pages: 1199-1210
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 76

 

  1. Title: Variable thermal conductivity and hyperbolic two-temperature theory during magneto-photothermal theory of semiconductor induced by laser pulses
    Authors: AMS Mahdy, K Lotfy, A El-Bary, IM Tayel
    Journal: The European Physical Journal Plus
    Volume: 136
    Pages: 1-21
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 73

 

  1. Title: Thermal-piezoelectric problem of a semiconductor medium during photo-thermal excitation
    Authors: AK Khamis, K Lotfy, AA El-Bary, AMS Mahdy, MH Ahmed
    Journal: Waves in Random and Complex Media
    Volume: 31
    Issue: 6
    Pages: 2499-2513
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 71

 

  1. Title: Analytical solution of magneto-photothermal theory during variable thermal conductivity of a semiconductor material due to pulse heat flux and volumetric heat source
    Authors: AMS Mahdy, K Lotfy, W Hassan, AA El-Bary
    Journal: Waves in Random and Complex Media
    Volume: 31
    Issue: 6
    Pages: 2040-2057
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 70

 

  1. Title: Electromagnetic Hall current effect and fractional heat order for microtemperature photo-excited semiconductor medium with laser pulses
    Authors: AMS Mahdy, K Lotfy, MH Ahmed, A El-Bary, EA Ismail
    Journal: Results in Physics
    Volume: 17
    Pages: 103161
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 66

 

  1. Title: Approximate solution for solving nonlinear fractional order smoking model
    Authors: AMS Mahdy, NH Sweilam, M Higazy
    Journal: Alexandria Engineering Journal
    Volume: 59
    Issue: 2
    Pages: 739-752
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 63