STEFFI VARGHESE

• Validation of assays for the diagnosis of leukemia/ lymphoma and detection of minimal residual disease.
• Provided training to new staff members on laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
• Monitored quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of data.
• Organized laboratory resources including reagents and equipment to ensure efficient workflow.
• Utilized high performance liquid chromatography for analysis of hemoglobin variants in samples to detect hemogobinopathies.
• Optimized laboratory protocols for improved efficiency and accuracy in assays conducted.

• Co-ordinated the Inter-Laboratory Comparison Program (ILCP) for Immunophenotyping by Flow Cytometry by ensuring sample processing and distribution, acquisition and analysis of data, and generating survey reports for participating labs.
• Gained extensive knowledge in the field of onco-hematopathology and immunotherapy through literature reviews and designing and executing experiments.
• Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
• Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
• Presented research findings at conferences, contributing valuable insights to the scientific community.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new techniques and software applications.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Kept abreast of current research in hematopathology to enhance the progress in.
• Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.

A study to determine the consequences of the loss of a desmosomal protein, Plakophilin3 (PKP3) on tumour progression and metastasis in the context of colon cancer using in vitro and mouse models.

• Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant research articles and support project objectives.
• Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
• Breeding and genotyping of genetically modified mice to conduct further experiments.
• Deterimation of expression pattern of markers using Western Blot in the downstream signaling pathway of PKP3 protein.

A mechanistic study to understand the signalling mechanisms related to the downstream effects of the phosphorylation of the androgen receptor in the pathogenesis of benign prostate hyperplasia and prostate disorders using model cell-lines.

• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, providing transparency and replicability of results upon request by supervisors or collaborators.
• Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant research articles and support project objectives.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Monitored food safety by microbial and chemical analysis of food to verify conformance to HACCP guidelines.

• Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control in milk processing and ice-cream production.
• Assisted in market research for product development, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.

• Thesis Title: Exploring the effect of androgen-independent pathway of Androgen Receptor in Benign Prostate Hyperplasia and Prostate Cancer
• GPA: 6.51 / 10.00
• Ranked [Top 5]% in Class
• Courses: Mammalian Biochemistry, Basic Enzymology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Basic Bioinformatics And Biostatistics, Clinical Biochemistry, Immunology, Neurochemistry

• GPA: 6.75 / 7.00 (Top 5% of the class)
• Ranked [Top 5]% in Class
• Courses: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Botany

• Grade: First Class
• Courses: Food Chemistry, Food Safety and Processing, Quality Control (HACCP)