Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Research Experience
Personal Information
Abstracts Research Papers Published
Poster Presentations
Languages
References
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Certification
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BHAGYA  M S KUMAR

BHAGYA M S KUMAR

Nottingham,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced Research Associate with 4 years of experience from a reputed drug discovery organization. Expertise in cell and molecular biology techniques. Experienced in handling multiple projects. organized in handling documentation, recordkeeping and data analysis. Skilled in enhancing research with accuracy and precision. Talented with extensive training in clinical drug development and research. Hardworking and competent with extensive knowledge in laboratory operations. Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Associate 2

Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited
Bangalore, India
09.2020 - 01.2024
  • Well precised handler of microbiological technique
  • Culturing of Adherent and suspension cell lines, Trypsinization, Passaging, Cell revival and cryopreservation
  • In-vitro screening to study the effects of compounds on the cells and the target molecules.
  • perform cellular proliferation, cytotoxicity and degradation assays, Drug treatment, Nuclear and cytoplasmic translocation experiments, Fatty Acids assays.
  • Trained in molecular biology assays – In Cell Western, HIBIT assay, Genomic and Plasmid DNA isolation, RNA isolation cDNA synthesis, Tissue culture, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, SDS – PAGE, Western blotting, Protein simple, Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)
  • Ability to conduct in vivo screening tests and toxicity studies of extracts and compounds.

BCIL Trainee

Aurigene Discovery Technolgies Limited
Bangalore, India
01.2020 - 09.2020
  • Conducted research on best practices in employee training procedures.
  • Prepared reports summarizing results from evaluation assessments after each session concluded.
  • Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
  • Developed essential skills and techniques through diligent practice.
  • Performed clerical tasks by answering emails, ordering supplies and organizing and cleaning workplace.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.

Education

MSc. Biotechnology -

KVM College of Arts and Science (Cochin University of Science and Technology)
01.2019

BSc. Botany and Biotechnology -

National College of Arts and Science (University of Kerala)
01.2017

Higher Secondary -

Holy Angels Convent GHSS (Kerala State Board)
01.2014

Secondary School -

Holy Angels Convent GHSS (Kerala State Board)
01.2012

Skills

  • Good Presentation Skills
  • Research and Analysis
  • Documentation Skills
  • Lab Safety
  • Protocol Development
  • Documentation Abilities
  • Machine Learning
  • Good Leadership Qualities
  • Fast Learner
  • Team worker

Research Experience

  • Morphological and DNA barcoding analysis for the identification of common freshwater prawn species from Thaneermukkom, Alappuzha at K.V.M. College of Arts and Science
  • Preparation of wine from fruits of Musa acuminata and Ananas comosus, its physicochemical analyses and sensory evaluation – at K.V.M. College of Science and Technology
  • Study on the treatment of hotel waste water using immobilized enzyme and microbes – Project done at Biovent, KU-TBSC Start up, Department of Biotechnology, University of Kerala, Karyavattom, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
  • Determination of Antimicrobial Activity of Acetone and Methanol Leaf Extracts of Seven Plants against Gram positive and Gram negative soil Bacteria- Dissertation submitted to Kerala University

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Thiruvananthapuram
  • Date of Birth: 07/06/96
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Abstracts Research Papers Published

  • Discovery of orally bioavailable SMARCA2/4 dual degraders for treatment of acute myeloid leukemia, Proceedings of the AACR Annual Meeting 2022 In New Orleans, Louisiana. Abstract NO; 3729; 8-13 APR 2022
  • The Oenology of Mixed Fruits of Musa acuminata and Ananas comosus; Proceedings of the International Conference on Innovations and Sustainable Research in Environment and Life Sciences, August 7th - 9th, 2018
  • Morphological and DNA Barcoding Analysis for the Identification of common freshwater prawn species from Thaneermukkom, Alappuzha; Proceedings of the International Seminar on Blue Growth Initiative: Sustainable Fishery Development Strategies and Advanced Technologies for Aquaculture (BISFAA)
  • Ajit E.J, Dominic D, Farook F, Pramod A, Kumar B.M.S, Blesy V.J, Sabu K.R, Rajesh B.R and Chandran PR (2018). Preparation of wine from fruits of Musa acuminata and Ananas comosus; its physico-chemical analyses and sensory evaluation. Integrative Food, Nutrition and Metabolism, 5 (6): 1-5

Poster Presentations

  • Poster presented titled Discovery of orally bioavailable SMARCA2/4 dual degraders for treatment of acute myeloid leukemia, at AACR Annual Meeting 2022 In New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Presented a poster titled “Determination of Antimicrobial Activity of Acetone and Methanol Leaf Extracts of Seven Plants Against Gram positive and Gram negative Soil Bacteria : at the National Conference “ Towards Rational Use of Antibiotics; Problems, Prospects and Future Implications” organized by ICMR
  • Presented a poster titled “The Oenology of Musa acuminata and Ananas comosus mixtures” at the “International Conference on Innovations and Sustainable Research in Environment and Life Sciences” jointly organized by KMML
  • Presented a Paper titled “Morphological and DNA barcoding analysis for the identification of common freshwater prawn species from Thaneermukkom Alappuzha” at the International seminar on BISFAA

Languages

  • English
  • Malayalam
  • Hindi
  • Tamil

References

  • Lakshmi Narayana Kaza, Senior Scientist 2, Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited, Bangalore, Karnataka, (+91) 9538207860, lakshminarayana_k@aurigene.com
  • Dr. R. Pratap Chandran, Principal and Head, Department of Biotechnology & Research, K.V.M. College of Science & Technology, K.V.M. College Road, Kokkothamangalam P.O., Cherthala, 688583, Alappuzha, Kerala, India, (+91) 9447855335 / 7012289050, drpratapchandran@yahoo.co.in

Disclaimer

I do hereby declare that above particulars of information and facts stated are true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Affiliations

  • Bharatanatyam Dancer
  • Music lover
  • Travel Lover

Accomplishments

    Certificate of Achievement 2022, from Aurigene Dsicovery Technologies, for the Best Project; Selective Smarca2 Degrader.

    Best Budding Talent award 2021, from Aurigene Dsicovery Technologies, for demonstrating Exceptional productivity with minimal supervision for meeting the timelines for multiple projects for the team.

Certification

• A-Grade in apprenticeship training for the role of Bioprocess Engineer in Life Sciences sector skill development sector conforming to NSQF level 4 from 20-01-2020 to 24-09-2020 at Aurigene Discovery Technologies.

• Highfield level 3 award in HACCP for Food Manufacturing (RQF), May 2018, from Highfield Awarding body for compliance, International Institute for Certification and Training.

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Timeline

Research Associate 2

Aurigene Discovery Technologies Limited
09.2020 - 01.2024

BCIL Trainee

Aurigene Discovery Technolgies Limited
01.2020 - 09.2020

MSc. Biotechnology -

KVM College of Arts and Science (Cochin University of Science and Technology)

BSc. Botany and Biotechnology -

National College of Arts and Science (University of Kerala)

Higher Secondary -

Holy Angels Convent GHSS (Kerala State Board)

Secondary School -

Holy Angels Convent GHSS (Kerala State Board)
BHAGYA M S KUMAR