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Vanshika Bhatia

Ranchi

Summary

Motivated postgraduate in Zoology with a strong academic record and hands-on experience in molecular biology, proteomics, and computational biology. Proven research exposure through internships at C-CAMP and R.V. College of Engineering, including contributions to bioremediation and pharmacoinformatics. Co-author of a published book chapter on unsupervised machine learning in drug discovery with Nova Science Publishers. Passionate about translational research and eager to contribute to projects in cancer biology and therapeutic innovation, with long-term goals of pursuing a Ph.D.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Intern

CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR PLATFORMS,BENGALURU
Bengaluru
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Led a research project on marine bacterial bioremediation under the mentorship of Mrs. Deepa KV.
  • Isolated and optimized growth of hydrocarbon-degrading strains (SW1, SW2) for large-scale bioreactor cultivation and profiling via LC-MS/MS and ProteinPilot to identify key degradation enzymes.
  • Achieved 40 percent diesel oil degradation in 72 hours through spectrophotometric and gravimetric assays while Developing protocols for long-term culture preservation using cryoprotectants and glycerol stocks.
  • Characterized Acinetobacter spp. for eco-friendly applications in marine oil spill remediation.

Research Intern

R.V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING,BENGALURU
Bengaluru
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Co-authored a book chapter with Dr. Vidya Niranjan on unsupervised learning in drug discovery, published by Nova Science Publishers.
  • Conducted in-silico prediction of ADMET (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, and Toxicity) properties for druggable molecules using Python and machine learning algorithms.
  • Utilized the AdmitAI tool to analyze molecular properties, assessing potential efficacy and safety profiles of alcohol- and phenol-based drugs.
  • Organized and managed experimental data in Excel, streamlining data entry and analysis processes to support research findings.
  • Conducted literature reviews to stay updated on the latest methodologies in computational drug design, incorporating findings into ongoing projects.

Education

Master of Science - Zoology

ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY BENGALURU
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE, RANCHI
RANCHI
06-2023

12th grade -

DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL
RANCHI
06-2020

Skills

  • Molecular biology: PCR, gel electrophoresis, and DNA extraction
  • Proteomics: SDS-PAGE, Bradford assay, LC-MS/MS
  • Microbiology and fermentation: microbial culturing, hydrocarbon degradation assays, 5L fermenter handling
  • Bioinformatics and analysis: BLAST, UniProt, MS Excel
  • Scientific communication: literature review, scientific writing, publication contribution

PUBLICATION

  • Book Chapter Contributor
    “Unsupervised Learning and Dimensionality Reduction: Applications in Drug Discovery”
    In Harnessing AI for Drug Discovery: Machine Learning Perspectives
    Edited by Kolla Bhanu Prakash, Ph.D., Nova Science Publishers, June 2025
    Series: Drug Transit and Distribution, Interception and Control
    BISAC: SCI102000; SCI010000; SCI029000
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/XIKL2761

Certification

  • Workshop on Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, IISc, Bengaluru, 01/27/24 - 01/28/24
  • Workshop on In-vitro Systems and Animal Models in Behavioral Studies, Indian Academy Degree College, Bengaluru
  • State-level workshop on Biostatistics, St. Joseph's University, Bengaluru, 10/01/24
  • National webinar on Different Aspects of Life Sciences, IQAC St. Xavier's College, Ranchi, 08/28/21

Timeline

Research Intern

CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR PLATFORMS,BENGALURU
12.2024 - 03.2025

Research Intern

R.V. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING,BENGALURU
06.2024 - 06.2024

Master of Science - Zoology

ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY BENGALURU

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE, RANCHI

12th grade -

DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL
Vanshika Bhatia