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Jyothirmai Kunala

Jyothirmai Kunala

Bangalore

Summary

Results-driven professional in biochemistry, with a strong commitment to skill enhancement and organizational growth. Proven adaptability and determination to achieve objectives, complemented by taking on responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within teams.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Scientist

Biocon
Bangalore
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Worked on the biochemical characterization of insulin and its variants, and adopted new technologies to understand the biosimilarity.
  • Characterization of proteins using circular dichroism and light scattering techniques.
  • Analyzed experimental data using statistical software to identify trends and anomalies.

R&D assistant

JNCASR
Bangalore
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Expression and purification of Plasmodium falciparum GMP synthetase mutant.
  • Cloning, expression in E.coli, purification under denaturing conditions and antibody generation of a membrane bound protein from Plasmodium falciparum.
  • Optimization of expression in E.coli, purification and confirmation of an iron sulfur cluster containing protein from Plasmodium falciparum.
  • Purification and characterization of a two sub-unit iron sulfur cluster containing protein of a hyperthermophillic archaea.

Education

M.Sc. - Biochemistry

Acharya Nagarjuna University

B.Sc. - Biochemistry

ASN College
Tenali

Skills

  • Different analytical techniques, like gel electrophoresis, DNA isolation, and protein purification
  • Instrumentation like HPLC, MALS, and spectrophotometer
  • Decision-making and problem-solving
  • Strong communication skills
  • Protein purification
  • Biochemical characterization
  • Attention to detail

Poster presentation

Best poster prize was awarded for a poster with title “Characterization of a two subunit iron-sulfur cluster protein Fumarate hydratase from hyperthermophillic Methanocaldococcus jannaschii” which was presented in the In-house symposium held at JNCASR, during Nov-18 to 20, 2013 in Bangalore.

Timeline

Scientist

Biocon
01.2015 - 01.2019

R&D assistant

JNCASR
01.2011 - 01.2013

M.Sc. - Biochemistry

Acharya Nagarjuna University

B.Sc. - Biochemistry

ASN College
Jyothirmai Kunala