Anubha Dey is a dedicated Ph.D. researcher at the University of Hyderabad with a strong background in computational biology and machine learning. She has contributed significantly to understanding genetic interactions and cancer research through advanced modeling techniques. With a passion for teaching and mentoring, Anubha aspires to inspire future leaders in scientific innovation.
Ph.D. (Pursuing), University of Hyderabad, 2019-present. Master of Technology, Anna University, 2017-2019. Bachelor of Technology, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal
Experience
Researcher: Developing machine learning models for cancer biology and genetic interactions. Assistant System Engineer-Trainee, Tata Consultancy Services, 2016-2017. Presented findings at renowned conferences like ICGA and CSHL
Award and Honor
Best Oral Presentation, BioAnveshna 2024. Best Poster Presentation, International Cancer Symposium 2022. Selected for HySci 2024 Oral Talk, IIT Hyderabad. Qualified JEST 2019, a prestigious entrance test
Research Focus
Machine learning in genetic interaction prediction. Synthetic lethal interactions in cancer. Transcript complexity and RNA splicing. Chromatin loop dynamics and epigenetics
Publications Top Noted
Title: Chromatin loop dynamics during cellular differentiation are associated with changes to both anchor and internal regulatory features Year: 2023 Authors: ML Bond, ES Davis, IY Quiroga, A Dey, M Kiran, MI Love, H Won Citation: Genome Research 33 (8), 1258-1268
Title: Inefficient splicing of long non-coding RNAs is associated with higher transcript complexity in human and mouse Year: 2023 Authors: K Basu, A Dey, M Kiran Citation: RNA Biology 20 (1), 563-572
Title: MAGICAL: A multi-class classifier to predict synthetic lethal and viable interactions using protein-protein interaction network Year: 2024 Authors: A Dey, S Mudunuri, M Kiran Citation: PLOS Computational Biology 20 (8), e1012336
Title: CaTCH: Calculating transcript complexity of human genes Year: 2024 Authors: K Koushiki Basu, Anubha Dey Citation: Methodx
👩🔬 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.baumannii’s efflux pump research. Passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.🌟
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
🔬 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)
💼 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 📝
Title: Lignocellulolytic Microbial Systems and its Importance in Dye Decolourization: A Review