Abhijith Shankaran
Scientific Editor
Bengaluru
Summary
Molecular Biology and Human Genetics Master's graduate with a robust four-year background in research, publishing, and education. Proven expertise in molecular techniques, genomics, and data analysis. Successfully contributed to high-impact publications and research projects. Adept at communicating complex scientific concepts through teaching and writing. Demonstrated leadership as a research team member, showcasing adaptability and problem-solving skills. Eager to leverage a solid academic foundation and multifaceted experience to drive innovation in the pharmaceutical sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Curriculum Developer
Narayana's The Learning App
Bengaluru
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Biology.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials, and lesson plans.
Freelance Scientific Editor
Cactus Communications
Remote
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Editing scientific manuscripts for structure, content and language
- Manuscripts spanned numerous fields in biology, including medicine, molecular biology, cell biology.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
Project Assistant
Centre for Brain Research
Bengaluru
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Studied hippocampal circuit dysfunction in early Alzheimer's disease in the APP-PS1 (familial Alzheimer's disease) mouse model.
- Maintained and extracted brain tissue from APP-PS1 mice.
- Extracted protein from mouse hippocampi.
- Used western blot to assess levels of proteins involved in the catecholamine synthetic pathway.
- Sectioned mouse brain tissue using cryotomy and microtomy.
- Performed immunohistochemical analysis of brain sections.
Project Assistant
Molecular Biophysics Unit, IISc
Bengaluru
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Cultured and maintained SH-SY5Y cells (neuroblastoma cell line).
- Performed behavioural studies to assess thermal hyperalgesia (heat tolerance) in rats and mice.
- Performed immunohistochemistry studies to assess levels of proteins involved in autophagy using SH-SY5Y cells.
- Extracted and purified proteins from E. coli.
Education
M.Sc. Molecular biology and Human Genetics - undefined
Manipal School of Life Sciences, MAHE
01.2017 - 01.2019
B.Sc. Biotechnology - undefined
Manipal School of Life Sciences, MAHE
01.2014 - 01.2017
Skills
Scientific editing
Publications
Advances in development and application of human organoids, Shankaran, A., Prasad, K., Chaudhari, S., Brand, A., & Satyamoorthy, K., 3 Biotech, 11, 6, 257, 2021
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Quote
Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
Will Rodgers
Timeline
Curriculum Developer
Narayana's The Learning App
10.2022 - 12.2023
Project Assistant
Centre for Brain Research
07.2020 - 04.2021
Freelance Scientific Editor
Cactus Communications
03.2020 - 10.2022
Project Assistant
Molecular Biophysics Unit, IISc
11.2019 - 06.2020
M.Sc. Molecular biology and Human Genetics - undefined
Manipal School of Life Sciences, MAHE
01.2017 - 01.2019
B.Sc. Biotechnology - undefined
Manipal School of Life Sciences, MAHE
01.2014 - 01.2017
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