Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Interests
DECLARATION
Additional Qualification
PUBLICATION
SEMINARS ATTENDED
Timeline
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Divya Purushothaman

Divya Purushothaman

PhD Scholar
Vellore

Summary

Dynamic and Dedicated Scholar with solid background in research, analysis, and academic writing. Adept at synthesizing complex information and contributing to collective knowledge. Strong emphasis on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving impactful results. Proficient in critical thinking, data interpretation, and effective communication. Eager to drive personal and organizational success, aspiring to reach new heights in a collaborative environment that encourages professional development. Passionate about continuous improvement and making a meaningful impact within the team.

Overview

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Work History

PhD Scholar

VIT University
07.2020 - Current
  • Developed and implemented research methodologies to enhance academic rigor in projects.
  • Mentored junior scholars, fostering academic growth and research development within the department.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to drive innovative solutions for complex research challenges.
  • Analyzed data trends and synthesized findings to contribute to scholarly publications and presentations.
  • Led workshops on advanced statistical tools and research software, increasing faculty competence in data analysis.
  • Evaluated student projects, providing constructive feedback to improve research quality and academic performance.

Associate Research Officer

Christian Medical College
09.2017 - Current
  • Working as Associate Research Officer in Wellcome Trust Research Laboratory, Division of Gastrointestinal Sciences, Christian Medical College, Vellore. (September 2017 to till date)

Technical staff

Christian Medical College
01.2016 - 09.2017
  • Working as Technical staff in Wellcome Trust Research Laboratory, Division of Gastrointestinal Sciences, Christian Medical College, Vellore. (January 2016 to September 2017)

Research officer

Christian Medical College
06.2014 - 01.2016
  • Worked as a Research officer in Prof. Benjamin M Pulimood Laboratory for Infection Immunity & Inflammation (BMPLIII), Department of Infectious Diseases, Christian Medical College, Vellore (June 1st 2014 to January 8th 2016)

Post graduate diploma in medical microbiology student

Christian Medical College
08.2011 - 08.2012
  • Trained as Post graduate diploma in medical microbiology student in Clinical Microbiology, Christian Medical College, Vellore (August 2011- August 2012).

Education

Ph.D. - Nanobiotechnology

VIT University
PRP Building, Vellore VIT Campus, Thiruvalam Road
04.2001 -

B.Sc. - Microbiology

Auxilium College
04.2011

HSC - undefined

N.K.M. Hr. Sec. School
04.2008

SSLC - undefined

N.K.M. Hr. Sec. School
05.2006

Skills

Assay for contaminant removal

Plant toxicity assessment

Nanoparticle synthesis

Efficient SBR operation

Enhancing aerobic granule formation in sequencing batch reactors

Metals doping in aerobic granules

Neutralization Assay

Virus Quantification

Rotavirus Genotyping

DNA Extraction & PCR

RNA Extraction, cDNA conversion

Semi Nested PCR

Nested PCR

Sequencing (Bead method)

SDS - PAGE Electrophoresis

Western Blotting

ELISA

Animal Cell Culture Handling

Compound & Fluorescent Microscope Handling

Handling of UV Spectrophotometer

Accomplishments

  • 2004: Won Second Prize in Science Talent Competition.
  • 2009: Won First Prize in Interdepartmental Quiz Competition.
  • 2009: Won General Proficiency Medal, Auxilium College.
  • 2010: Won Best Career Guidance Secretary Medal, Auxilium College.
  • 2013: Won second prize in State level seminar on “Biodiversity and application Of Microalgae” held in K.M.G College of arts and science.

Additional Information

A dedicated part time NEET experienced teacher - 2025-2026

Interests

Listening Music, Surfing Internet, Playing Shuttle Game, Reading books

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that all the above furnished information is true to best of my knowledge. Date:- Place:-Vellore Your’s faithfully Divya P

Additional Qualification

  • Computer Skill: MS Office.
  • Hindi Exam: Visharad poorvdah Completed.

PUBLICATION

  • 1. As Author “Invitro Potency Analysis of Vancomycin Capsules by Microbiological Assay” IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences (IOSR-JPBS) e-ISSN: 2278-3008, p-ISSN: 2319-7676. Volume 10, Issue 1 Ver. II (Jan -Feb. 2015), PP 62-94
  • 2. As co-author “Prevalence and Risk factors of Scrub Typhus in South India” Trop Med Int Health Feb 7 2017.doi: 10.1111/tmi.12853.
  • 3. As co-author “Kinetics of Immunoglobulin IgM and IgG antibodies after Scrub typhus Infection”. Open Forum Infect Dis (2015) 2 (suppl_1): 1637.

SEMINARS ATTENDED

  • National Level Seminar on “Molecular diagnosis of communicable diseases” –“INFECTIVA-10” conducted by Adhiparasakthi College of arts and science, Kalavai held on 11th October 2010.
  • National level seminar on “Microbial enzymes & probiotics-Enpro’11” conducted by Adhiparasakthi college of arts and science, Kalavai held on 28th October 2011.
  • International Level Symposium on “Changing etiology of emerging infectious diseases” conducted by Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IBMS), Chennai held on 6th February 2013.
  • National Level Workshop on “Molecular techniques” conducted by Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, Kalavai held on 13th and 14th February 2013.
  • National level symposium on “Preventive medication for microbial diseases” –“MEDICID’14” conducted by Adhiparasakthi College of arts and science, Kalavai held on 19th February 2014.
  • State level seminar on “Biodiversity and Application of Microalgae” conducted by K.M.G College of arts and science.
  • Poster presented as “Prevalence of mixed Rotavirus strains causing severe diarrhoea in Indian children less than 5 years of age”on“8th Annual Research day, 2017” conducted by Christian Medical College, Vellore.
  • Paper presented as “ Distribution of Rotavirus Genotypes in Indian children < 5 years of age hospitalized for diarrhoea” on “9th Annual Research day, 2018” Conducted by Christian Medical College, Vellore.
  • Poster presented as “Distribution of Rotavirus Genotypes in Indian children < 5 years of age hospitalized for diarrhoea” on “International conference INTERVIROCON 2018” Conducted by PGIMER, Chandigarh.

Timeline

PhD Scholar

VIT University
07.2020 - Current

Associate Research Officer

Christian Medical College
09.2017 - Current

Technical staff

Christian Medical College
01.2016 - 09.2017

Research officer

Christian Medical College
06.2014 - 01.2016

Post graduate diploma in medical microbiology student

Christian Medical College
08.2011 - 08.2012

Ph.D. - Nanobiotechnology

VIT University
04.2001 -

SSLC - undefined

N.K.M. Hr. Sec. School

HSC - undefined

N.K.M. Hr. Sec. School

B.Sc. - Microbiology

Auxilium College
Divya PurushothamanPhD Scholar