Nandana Mooss
Kottayam
Summary
A CSIR-NET qualified scholar currently pursuing MSc Zoology at Christ University, Bengaluru, currently interning at BRIC inStem (Institute for Stem cell science and regenerative medicine) Bengaluru. Bringing hands-on experience in phytochemical analysis, biochemical assays and molecular biology to bridge the gap between cellular mechanisms and dietary interventions. Eager to contribute to the study on the anti-inflammatory potential of regional Indian cuisines at the Department of Cardiology, KMC.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Intern
BRIC inStem (Institute for Stem cell science and regenerative medicine)
Bengaluru
12.2025 - Current
- Engineering stable RPE reporter lines through CRISPR/Cas9 electroporation, contributing to enhanced gene editing capabilities.
- Executed Gibson Assembly to clone "StayGold" tag into plasmids, facilitating downstream applications.
- Assisted in immunofluorescence staining of fixed cells.
Intern
Wildlife Division, Kerala Forests and Wildlife Department
Peechi, Thrissur
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Documented field observations related to human- wildlife conflict, mapping peafowl population near agricultural fields.
- Conducted a peafowl census using line transect, total count and point count methods.
- Developed proficiency in fieldwork, data collection and collaborative skills.
Intern
Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences
Kottayam
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Executed antimicrobial sensitivity assays to determine bacterial resistance patterns.
- Investigated apicultural health and pathology by, isolating and identifying disease causing pathogenic agents in local bee colonies
- Performed phytochemical extraction and analysis of various bioactive compounds.
Education
Master of Science - Zoology
Christ University
Bengaluru05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology
Christ University
Bengaluru05-2021
Skills
- Molecular cloning
- CRISPR/Cas9 Gene editing
- PCR
- Gel electrophoresis
- Aseptic techniques
- Cell culture
- Microbial culturing
- Antibiotic sensitivity testing
- Biomolecule quantification
- Zebrafish embryo culture
- Basic animal handling and dissection
- Phytochemical analysis
- Ecological and census survey techniques
- Statistical data analysis
- Technical writing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication skills
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Malayalam
Native
Native
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
Microsoft EXCEL- Learn MS EXCEL For Data Analysis- Udemy
Accomplishments
PG Research Fellowship, Christ University
Publications
“Emergence of Zoonotic Virus- Caution and Therapeutic Approaches” in the book titled “Trends in Life Sciences (Volume 10)
ISBN: 978-93-6135-773-2
Exams cleared
- JOINT CSIR- UGC NET (December 2025) - Eligibility for Assistant Professor and admission to PHD
Conferences and Seminars
- Presented a poster titled “Evaluating the teratogenic effects of cisplatin on zebrafish embryogenesis” at the 2nd international conference on genetics and epigenetics of cancer (ICGEC-2) held at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research
- Attended the National Seminar on "Recent trends in microbiology research: Decoding the potential of microbiology for health, environment and sustainability", organised by Christ University
Timeline
Intern
BRIC inStem (Institute for Stem cell science and regenerative medicine)
12.2025 - Current
Intern
Wildlife Division, Kerala Forests and Wildlife Department
05.2023 - 06.2023
Intern
Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences
06.2022 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Zoology
Christ University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology
Christ University