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Simeen Rumani

Researcher
Thane,Maharashtra

Summary

Dedicated candidate eager to put analytical and problem-solving skills to practice in Doctoral Degree. Skilled at gathering and analyzing data for research with keen eye for accuracy. Reliable with strong leadership skills for mentoring and supervising students. Flexible with solid adaptability for working in dynamic environment.

Specializes in area of Molecular Biology, Developmental Biology, Aquatic Ecology, Genetics, Microbiology, Evolutionary Biology, Behavioral Ecology.

Overview

5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
4
Languages

Work History

VPM'S Bandodkar College Of Science, University Of Mumbai

Assistant Professor
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

Courses taught:

USZO502: Toxicology

USZO504: Developmental Biology

USZO601 IV Tissue Culture

USZO602 I Molecular Biology

USZO602 II Genetic Engineering

M.Sc. Courses taught

PSBWCM 103: Wildlife Biology

PSBWCM 202: Principles of Conservation Biology

PSBWCM 301: Molecular Phylogenetics & GMO'S

PSBWCMMT102: Fundamentals of Ecology and Ecosystems

PSBWCMMT201: Population Dynamics and Behavioral Ecology


GMM'S Women's College, University Of Mumbai

Visiting Faculty Member
09.2022 - 03.2023

Job overview

Courses Taught:

PSZO101: Biological Oceanography

PSZO106: Model Organism and Their Applications

PSZOOCN401: Capture Fisheries

PSZO201: Freshwater Aquaculture

National Facility For Biopharmaceuticals Laboratory (Govt. Funded), G.N. Khalsa College.

Research Assistant
08.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Learned Microbiology work, Molecular Biology, Bioanalytical Techniques and Bioinformatics.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.

University Of Mumbai

Syllabus Committee Member
01.2020 - 10.2020

Job overview

Served as a Syllabus Committee Member for M.Sc. Part II Oceanography and Fishery Technology Syllabus.

Introduced Unit PSZOOCN402 "Pearl Culture Technology"

Homi Bhabha Centre For Science And Education, TIFR, Mumbai

Resource Person and Volunteer
02.2019 - 02.2019

Job overview

  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

Education

School of Engineering And Applied Sciences
Kalyan Sub-Campus, University Of Mumbai.

Master of Science from Zoology (Oceanography And Fishery Technology)
12.2021

University Overview

  • 9.56 CGPA out of 10.00
  • Stood First in the University of Mumbai
  • Felicitated by the Governor of Maharashtra, at Governor's House.
  • Coordinated and Anchored Conferences.
  • Actively participated in group activities and organized events and workshops

ICLE'S M J College, University of Mumbai
Navi-Mumbai, Vashi.

Bachelor of Science from Zoology
04.2019

University Overview

  • Stood second in the class in sixth semester with 8.88 SGPI with overall grade of 7.64 CGPA
  • Published first research paper during bachelors.
  • Awarded with extra Two Credits for research project on "DNA Barcoding of Red Mangrove Flatworm, Limnostylocus sp." from the University of Mumbai.
  • Certified in Medical Lab Technician.
  • Learned hands on training of Histology, and Molecular Biology
  • Involved in organizing committee for different events in the college and the University.

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Critical thinking
  • Research expertise
  • Team leadership
  • Technical writing
  • Lab management
  • Qualitative research
  • Teaching experience
  • Scientific communication
  • Public speaking
  • Ethics compliance
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Two -Component System Transcriptional Regulator PrrA & Transcriptional Regulator KdpE Revealed as Novel Drug Targets in the Pan-Proteome Analysis of Mycobacterium tuberculosis CCDC518 0" in Chem Pharm Res. 2022; 4(4): 1-11.
  • Evaluated an In-silico reverse vaccinology study to predict a vaccine candidate against Mycobacterium Tuberculosis CCDC518 0, published in the Journal of Pulmonology Research & Reports. SRC/JPRR-141.
  • Explored immunoinformatic analysis of proteins from the DNA replication, repair, recombination, and restriction/modification pathway of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, leading to the identification of Rv0054 and
    Rv3644c as potential diagnostic targets. Published in Journal Appl Biotechnol Bioeng. 2022;9(5):190-201. DOI:10.15406/jabb.2022.09.00309.
  • "Brine Pans of Mumbai: A Wellsprings for Blue Economy as a Fish Meal Culture in Hyper Saline Areas of Mumbai, India." Published in Applied Ecology and Environmental Sciences (Vol. 9, Issue 2, January 2021). DOI:10.12691/aees-9-2-10 . (Corresponding author for the said paper)
  • "Assessment of hydrographic variables of salt pans water of Mumbai, West coast of India." Published in Journal of Hydrogeology and hydrologic engineering (Vol. 10, Issue 7, 2021). ISSN: 23259647.
  • "Quantifying the Impacts of Lockdown Syndrome: An Emerging Threat to Indian Society." Published in International Journal of Science and Research (Vol. 9, Issue 8, August 2020). DOI: 10.21275/sr20802111306.
  • "Biodiversity of Spiders from Different Habitats, Thane, Maharashtra, India." Published in Journal of Emerging Technology and Innovative Research

Certification

  • Doing course on Vaccine Technology, Genomics and Proteomics by IIT Bombay, 2023
  • Part of Annual Conference on Toxicology held by Sophia College, Mumbai. December 2023
  • Certified as a National Education Policy (NEP) Ambassador, promoting awareness and understanding of NEP.
  • Successfully passed the MU-PET examination for PhD in September 2022, and cleared MAH-B.ed. competitive exam, 2023
  • Completed Teachers Training Program TTP, organized by Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai from 19th to 23rd June,2023
  • Serving as a Syllabus Committee Member for M.Sc. Zoology Syllabus for University of Mumbai since 2019.
  • Certified by Harvard Medical School for "Covid-19: Reflection and Updates".
  • Certified by UAE Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences for completing the course
    "Let's Break the Chain of Covid-19."
  • Completed CMLT course (Certified Medical Lab Technician), 2019
  • Conducted a survey on emerging and reemerging zoonotic diseases of public health importance as a Zoonoses Amabassador, by Vigyan Setu Foundation, earned gold stars to assess the level of awareness in society
  • Certified as a Civil Defense Trainer by BMC, Bombay Municipal Co-orporation, (Certificate is in Marathi).
  • Served as an Organizing Sub Committee Member from SSS for the Semi-Virtual Conference (Vishwanath Summit) titled "Environmental Pollution" held on 29th March 2021.
  • Contributed as an Organizing Committee Member for the State Level Conference Of SSS and Dalvie College titled "Management Of Aquatic Health And Resources Of Konkan".
  • Volunteered and Organizing Comittee at a National Conference on "Water Resources: Remediation And Rejuvenation" organised by the Department of Biotechnology, University of Mumbai.
  • Attended a two-day workshop on "Research Methodology and Research Data Analysis" conducted by the Department of Biotechnology, UoM.
  • Participated in a National Level Webinar titled "On Journey Of Research-Table to Publication" organised by Patkar Varde College, Mumbai.
  • Completed a workshop on the revised Syllabus of Zoology MSc at Sophia College and a Five day Course based on Oceanography by SSS.
  • Presented a Poster and participated in a National Seminar on "A Journey Towards Environmental Sustainability, at B.K.Birla College.
  • Did a course on "Molecular Biology Assays on PCR" by HIMedia Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Hobbies

Hobbies

Experiment in the kitchen, Nature trails, Swimming, Angling, Organizing Arts & Crafts workshops on Resin Art, Canvas Painting & on Terrarium.

References

References
  • 1. Dr. Suhas Pednekar, Former Vice- Chancellor, University of Mumbai.

Email Id: pednekarsuhas@gmail.com, Phone no: +91 9820023919

  • 2. Dr. Anita Jadhav, Vice-Principal/Head of the Department, ICLE'S MJ College, University of Mumbai.

Email Id: readersmailbox@rediffmail.com, Phone no: +91 9870214311

  • 3. Dattatray Sawant, Graduate Research Assistant, SUNY Upstate Medical University. Email Id: sawantd@upstate.edu, Phone no: +1 3158801553
  • 4. Vikas Jha, Head Analyst Molecular Biology, NFB Laboratory (Govt. Funded), Email Id: vikas@nfbindia.in, Phone no: +91 9892737180

Timeline

Visiting Faculty Member
GMM'S Women's College, University Of Mumbai
09.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Professor
VPM'S Bandodkar College Of Science, University Of Mumbai
07.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
National Facility For Biopharmaceuticals Laboratory (Govt. Funded), G.N. Khalsa College.
08.2021 - 05.2022
Syllabus Committee Member
University Of Mumbai
01.2020 - 10.2020
Resource Person and Volunteer
Homi Bhabha Centre For Science And Education, TIFR, Mumbai
02.2019 - 02.2019
School of Engineering And Applied Sciences
Master of Science from Zoology (Oceanography And Fishery Technology)
ICLE'S M J College, University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Science from Zoology
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