Sneha Janaki
Chennai
Summary
I am a self-motivated, passionate student of genetics. My primary interest lies in genetic disorders and identifying genetic variations associated with disease. My skill includes experimental design, project handling, data analysis and scientific writing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate
Madras Diabetes Research Foundation
05.2019 - 09.2025
- Analysed data and interpreted results for NIHR-INSPIRED project, contributing to research outcomes. Wrote research reports and academic papers for publication, enhancing knowledge dissemination in the field. Presented findings at conferences and seminars, increasing visibility of research and fostering academic dialogue. Mentored junior research staff, providing guidance and support to develop their research capabilities.
Senior Research Fellow
Vision Research Foundation
Chennai, India
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted research on Age-related macular degenartion by culturing APE cells in vitro, this project was funded by CSIR.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Human Genetics and Diabetes
Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, University of Madras
Chennai, India 09-2026
M.Tech - Genetic Engineering
SRM University
Chennai, India05-2017
M.Sc - Biosciences
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
Anantapur, India04-2014
B.Sc - Biosciences
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
Anantapur, India 04-2012
Skills
- DNA sequencing and Variant identification
- Genomic data analysis
- Performing GWAS and EWAS
- Molecular genetics techniques
- PLINK and R Studio
- Western blot and qPCR
- KASP assay
- Mammalian cell culture
- Experimental design
- Scientific writing
Accomplishments
GATE exam (March 2014) with All India Rank, 836
PUBLICATIONS
- RADHA, V., KANTHIMATHI, S., SUNDARAMOORTHY, G., SNEHA, J., ANJANA, R. M., UNNIKRISHNAN, R., & MOHAN, V. (2026). 2405-P: Profile of Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus and Associated Syndromes at a Diabetes Centre in India. Diabetes, 75(Supplement_1), 2405-P.
- Thirumoorthy, C., Sharma, K. K., Deepa, M., Yogaprabhu, S., Sneha, J., Rekha, R. P., ... & Gokulakrishnan, K. (2025). Epigenome-wide association study identifies a specific panel of DNA methylation signatures for antenatal and postpartum depressive symptoms. Journal of Affective Disorders, 383, 195-206.
- Esha, B., Yogaprabhu, S., Sneha, J., Vijayalakshmi, K., Mohan, V., Radha, V., & Bodhini, D. (2024). Study of association of vitamin D receptor gene polymorphisms with diabetic nephropathy. Journal of Diabetology, 15(2), 222-228.
- Sneha, J., Yogaprabhu, S., Anjana, R. M., Mohan, V., & Radha, V. (2024). The influence of type-2 diabetes on cataract and their shared genetic basis through relevant genome-wide association studies. Current Science (00113891), 126(3).
- Yogaprabhu, S., Bodhini, D., Sneha, J., Anjana, R. M., Mohan, V., & Radha, V. (2023). Genetics of Diabetic Kidney Disease in Type 2 Diabetes: Candidate Gene Studies and Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS). Journal of the Indian Institute of Science, 103(1), 273-285.
Timeline
Research Associate
Madras Diabetes Research Foundation
05.2019 - 09.2025
Senior Research Fellow
Vision Research Foundation
06.2017 - 01.2019
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Human Genetics and Diabetes
Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, University of Madras
M.Tech - Genetic Engineering
SRM University
M.Sc - Biosciences
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
B.Sc - Biosciences
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning