Data Driven work and research and development
Rahul Kumar
Researcher
NAYAL PO NAULAKOTE DWARAHAT
Summary
Postgraduate in Forensic Science with a strong foundation in molecular biology, forensic DNA analysis, and laboratory diagnostics. Expertise in PCR-based genotyping, ELISA, and biological sample analysis, complemented by the ability to interpret complex research data. Passionate about advancing molecular epidemiology, infectious disease surveillance, and public health laboratory systems. Skilled in using forensic and molecular techniques to enhance epidemiological investigations, disease monitoring efforts, and public health research initiatives.
Overview
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2
Languages
Work History
Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD)
- Conducted genotyping of IP6K1 knockout mice using allele-specific PCR from toe clip DNA samples.
- Performed cloning of full-length SIRT1 gene using Gateway cloning system and validation through PCR.
- Confirmed RelA tagged variants using Sanger sequencing and sequence alignment tools.
- Validated tagged protein expression through Western blotting techniques.
National Institute of Biologicals (NIB)
- Operated Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) for trace metal detection.
- Assisted in biological sample preparation and UV-Visible spectroscopic analysis.
Internship
Regional Forensic Science Laboratory (RFSL)
- Performed DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and forensic biological evidence screening.
- Participated in contamination control and laboratory documentation.
Intern
Foundation of Healthcare Technology Society
01.2026 - Current
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, public health intervention studies and fieldwork, community engagement applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems data analyst and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Education
M.Sc. - Forensic Science
University of Delhi
India01-2024
B.Sc. - Zoology
Hansraj College / IGNOU
India01-2021
Senior Secondary - PCB
CBSE Board
New Delhi01-2018
Secondary - undefined
CBSE Board
New Delhi01-2016
Skills
Molecular Biology: DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning
Immunological Methods: ELISA assay techniques
Forensic Biology: DNA profiling, biological trace analysis
Public health studies , Biostatistics and regression and data analyst
Analyzing data from scratch both quantitative and qualitative
Research Based skills
Accomplishments
Multiple papers, article writing i have learned so far. community engagements and public health aspects.
Interests
References
Dr. Suraj Kataria
Assistant Professor
National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
Email: [Suraj.kataria@nfsu.ac.in]
Area of Expertise: Forensic DNA Phenotyping, Anthropology, Human Morphology
Dr. Durga Rao Pedada
Associate Professor
University of Delhi
Email: [draopedada@anthro.du.ac.in]
Area of Expertise: Public Health, Ethnomedicine, Anthropology, Population Studies
Timeline
Intern
Foundation of Healthcare Technology Society
01.2026 - Current
Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD)
National Institute of Biologicals (NIB)
Internship
Regional Forensic Science Laboratory (RFSL)
B.Sc. - Zoology
Hansraj College / IGNOU
Senior Secondary - PCB
CBSE Board
Secondary - undefined
CBSE Board
M.Sc. - Forensic Science
University of Delhi