Darshan S

Biochemistry postgraduate with specialization in molecular biology, enzymology, and biochemical techniques. Proven expertise in experimental design and application of spectroscopy and chromatography for complex biological investigations. Enhanced research accuracy and efficiency through optimized experimental protocols. Strong capabilities in data analysis and scientific communication.

Orange Health Labs, July 2022 – April 2023, Bangalore

• Worked in a diagnostic center as a junior lab technician, where my role involved testing and reporting serum and blood samples
• Handled and performed QC and maintenance for machines that belonged to the Biochemistry (Vitros 5600), Haematology (Sysmex H8, H9), Clinical Pathology (AVE-772), Serology (Yumizen H550), and Immunology (Mini Vidas) departments
• Used LIS software to track and manage over 200 patient samples per day

Hands-on training in an advanced analytical and molecular-based environment, and food testing, September 2021 – October 2021

Supervisor – Dr. V. A. Shanmuga Selvan, M/s NAWaL Analytical Laboratories, Hosur

• Training is given for handling instruments like LC-MS, GC-MS, HPLC, RT-PCR analysis, DNA, RNA extraction, and purification
• Estimation of different parameters for testing food and water samples
• Media prep of SCDA, enumeration of bacteria (finger dab method), gram staining, diff methods of streaking

• Scientific writing course, BioLim Centre for Science and Technology, Chennai, 2021
• Workshop on reverse phase high performance liquid chromatography for determination of organic acid and vitamin C in fruit juices on 2nd and 3rd December 2021, Reva University, Bangalore
• Volunteered for National Science Day events, held on March 9th and 10th, 2022, at Reva University

• Shetty, D., & Kushwaha, R. K. (2024). Alpha-amylase inhibitory activity of Clerodendrum infortunatum plant as a natural source for diabetes management, The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, 61(4), 417–428, https://doi.org/10.21048/IJND.2024.61.4.40566