Santanu Das
Guwahati
Summary
Ph.D. researcher specializing in genomics and metagenomics studies with expertise in NGS analysis. Proven track record in dissecting the impact of diet on gut microbiome. Actively seeking opportunities in genomics and NGS industries to contribute skills in and research and developement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Associate
Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
04.2023 - Current
microbiome
- Conducted population wide study to link genetics, diemicrobiomemicrobiome
- Genomics and metagenomics data analysis using bio-informatics pipelines
- Sequencing library preparation and handling of Illumina MiSeq equipment
- Preparation and communication of original research articles.
Senior Project Associate
Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI)
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Studied the succession of gut microbiome (bacteria, fungi and virus) of neonates infected with sepsis
- Studied the transmission dynamics of common nosocomial pathogen using genomics tools
- Highlighted the association of gut dysbiosis in disease severity and clinical outcome of Covid-19 patients
- Highlighted the effect of probiotics on the gut microbiome of critical care patients.
Research Fellow
Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
08.2016 - 08.2021
Covidrole of an artisanal beverage in promoting gut healthPreparation of original research articles, book chapters, etc Ancillary activities: Conducting workshops, seminars and routine laboratory management.
Education
PhD in Molecular biology and Biotechnology (MBBT) -
Cotton University - Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
08.2023
MSc in Microbiology -
Pondicherry University
05.2016
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology -
North Eastern Hill University (NEHU)
06.2014
Skills
- DNA, RNA extraction
- PCR, q-PCR
- Sequencing library preparation and handling of NGS equipment
- Bioinformatics analyses of NGS Data analysis
- Statistical analysis in R
- Metabolite identification using GC-MS & HPLC
- Microbial cell culture (Aerobic and Anaerobic)
- Mammalian cell culture
- Manuscript preparation
- Scientific grants writing
Languages
Assamese
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Awards and recognitions
neutraceuticalsteractions in Health and Disease” at welcome Genome Campus, Hinxton, UK (2019)
Best poster award at 1st “International India|EMBO Symposium on Human Microbiome RMicrobiomeand Disease” (2019)
Microbiome
Publications
- Research Articles: 12
- Review Articles: 1
- Book Chapter: 2
- Conference Proceedings: 4
Timeline
Senior Research Associate
Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
04.2023 - Current
Senior Project Associate
Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI)
12.2021 - 03.2023
Research Fellow
Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
08.2016 - 08.2021
PhD in Molecular biology and Biotechnology (MBBT) -
Cotton University - Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
MSc in Microbiology -
Pondicherry University
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology -
North Eastern Hill University (NEHU)
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