Shaheen Faathima N

Motivated M.Tech. Biotechnology (5Yrs. Integrated) student with hands-on experience in bioprocess development and advanced coursework. Recognized for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and analytical problem-solving skills. Eager to contribute to innovative research and development in a forward-thinking organization.

• Date of Birth: 09/11/2001
• Gender: Female
• Nationality: Indian

• Programming Languages: C, C++, Python
• Software: Mendeley Referencing Management, Aspen, Origin, BLAST, PyMOL
• Wet Lab: Spectrophotometry, PCR, Media preparation, Downstream processing

• Certification at Tribiotech, Trichy, India, 2022, Trained on handling animal stem cells
• Certification at Avigen, Chennai, India, 2021, Trained on handling animal cell culture

Development of Green-Synthesized ZnO Nanoparticles for Dye Degradation

• Investigated sustainable methods for ZnO nanoparticle synthesis using Pisum sativum pod extract, an agricultural waste material.
• Characterized nanoparticles through UV-Vis spectroscopy, zeta potential analysis, and size determination.
• Demonstrated effective photocatalytic dye degradation with potential environmental applications.

Analysis of Bioactive Compounds in Bioluminescent Algae (Noctiluca scintillans)

• Conducted sequential solvent extraction and total phenolic content analysis.
• Identified bioactive compounds via GC-MS, revealing therapeutic potential of lipids such as octadecanoic acid and ergosterol.
• Performed DPPH assay to measure antioxidant activity.

• Dr. Meenakshi Sundaram M, Sr. Asst. Professor, School of Chemical & Biotechnology (SCBT), SASTRA Deemed to be University, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, 613 401, India, msundar@biotech.sastra.edu
• Dr. Prakash Shankaran, AP-Research, School of Chemical & Biotechnology (SCBT), SASTRA Deemed to be University, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, 613 401, India, prakash@scbt.sastra.edu