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I am an experienced research professional with over a decade of expertise, blending a robust scientific foundation with global involvement in drug development. I have honed my expertise in multistep organic synthesis, specializing in the preparation of both small and complex medicinally and biologically important compounds. My skillset includes a wide range of techniques, such as library synthesis of small heterocyclic compounds, complex natural products, macromolecules including oligonucleotide syntheses.Â
I have a proven track record of employing advanced analytical techniques to characterize and validate synthesized compounds, including LC-MS, HPLC, UPLC, Combiflash, NMR, and Mass Spectrometry. This comprehensive skillset has enabled me to consistently deliver high-quality research results in the field of medicinal chemistry.
In the past few years, I have expanded my horizons by venturing into the exciting realms of chemical and cancer biology. Under the interdisciplinary guidance of Dr. Philip Low at Purdue University, I have developed a meticulous plan to synthesize and test ligand conjugates tailored exclusively for cancerous cells. This experience has broadened my perspective and equipped me with the necessary tools to contribute effectively to the convergence of chemistry and biology. ​
Research Experience:
Associate Research Scientist with Dr. Philp Low at Purdue University (01/2024-present)Â
Postdoctoral Research Associate with Dr. Philp Low at Purdue University (11/2022-12/2023)
Postdoctoral Research Associate with Dr. Andrea Kasinksi and Dr. Philip Low at Purdue University (5/2019 – 10/2022)
Postdoctoral Researcher with Dr. Jiri Misek at Charles University in Prague (9/2017 - 8/2018)Â
Education:
Ph. D. (Synthetic Organic Chemistry), with Dr. Indrapal Singh Aidhen IIT Madras, India (2011-2017)
Masters ( M. Sc., Organic Chemistry), Maharashtra Udayagiri Mahavidyalaya, Udgir, India (2007-2009)
Bachelors (B. Sc., Chemistry, Botany, Zoology), New Science Degree College, Hyderabad, India (2004-2007)
Juniors (Intermediate, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology), MNR Junior Kalasala, Hyderabad, India (2002-2004)
Awards Received:
Sai Life Sciences-National Organic Symposium Trust (NOST) Best Thesis Award for Ph. D. work (2017)Â
Prof. C. N. Pillai Prize for Best Ph. D. Thesis in Organic and Biochemistry, IIT Madras ((2016-2017)
Best Poster Presentation Award at Indo-German Workshop held at IIT (BHU), Varanasi (Feb-2017)
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) award by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), India (2010)Â
M. V. Subbaiah Cash Award in B.Sc. Chemistry for obtaining first marks (2006-2007)