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Shovon shaha

I am Shovon Shaha, MS student in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering at the Islamic University in Kushtia, Bangladesh. With a solid foundation in microbiology and molecular biology, I am passionate about understanding the intricacies of cell and molecular biology. My academic and research journey began as a research assistant in a Medical and Environmental Biotechnology Laboratory, where I refined my skills and dedicated myself to exploring new frontiers in biotechnology.

Beyond academia, I am actively involved in extracurricular activities, including membership in organizations such as the American Society for Microbiology, the Network of Young Biotechnologists of Bangladesh (NYBB), and the IAAS BD IU Chapter. These engagements have broadened my perspectives and deepened my understanding of the biotechnology landscape.

With a strong commitment to making meaningful contributions to both academic and research realms, I am dedicated to leveraging my skills and experiences to push the boundaries of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering.

Skills and Expertise

Research Interests: Microbial Fuel Cells, Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Medical Biotechnology.

Laboratory Expertise: Microbial Cell Culture and Growth Curve Analysis, Gram Staining, Biochemical Assay, DNA Extraction and Purification, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, AMR Profiling, MIC, UV-Spectrophotometry, DPPH Free Radical Scavenging Assay, BSLA, Microbial Fuel Cells, etc.

Computational and Software Skills: Next Generation Genomics, Molecular Docking, Post Molecular Dynamics Simulation Analysis, Protein-Protein Interaction, Expression Analysis, Mutation Analysis, Chromas Lite, CodonCode Aligner, EndNote BLAST, MS Office, Data Extraction and Analysis, etc.

Work Experiences:

Research Assistant at Medical and Environmental Biotechnology Laboratory, Islamic University, Bangladesh. (Nov 2022-Present).
MS Thesis: In vitro and In silico Screening of Antibiotic Producing Marine Bacteria: A Multi-Approach Study Integrating Genome-Wide Analysis.
Bachelor's Project: Screening of Exoelectrogenic Bacteria from Saline Water Driven Microbial Fuel Cell for Power Generation.

Academic Credentials:

M.Sc. in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering

Islamic University, Kushtia, Bangladesh.

Result: Current CGPA 3.95 in a scale of 4.00

B.Sc. in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering

Islamic University, Kushtia, Bangladesh.

Result: 3.86 in a scale of 4.00

Higher Secondary Cerificate

Government K. C. College, Jhenaidah

Result: 4.50 in a scale of 5.00

Secondary School Certificate

Mohammadpur Government High School, Dhaka

Result: 5.00 in a scale of 5.00

Scholarship and fellowship

Islamic University Research Grant, University Grant Commission, 2024-2025.
NST Fellowship, Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh, 2023-24 and 2024-2025.
Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) Merit Scholarship, 2024.
University Merit Scholarship (Securing 3rd position), Islamic University, 2022-2023.

Awards and Participations

Top 30 (3rd), 1st Biology and Bioinformatics Olympiad, BioPC, Chittagong University, 2023.
Champion, ASM Microbiology Quiz Competition, Islamic University, 2023.
Campus Champion, Nature-based Solutions Boot-camp Bangladesh, IAAS BD IU Chapter, 2023.
Champion, Thesis/Project Presentation segment in Bio-Idea Competition, Islamic University, 2022.
Champion, Poster Presentation segment in Bio-Idea Competition, Islamic University, 2019.
Second Runner-up, Business Idea Presentation segment in Bio-Idea Competition, Islamic University, 2019.
Participated in a 2-day long CRISPR/Cas9 genome Editing Workshop, Dhaka University, 2023.
Participated in the 20th Young Scientist Seminar, Yamaguchi University, 2023.
Participated in IEEE CS BD Conference, Islamic University, 2023.
Participated in Int'l Conference on Biotechnology, Khulna University, 2023.
Participated in 5th International Conference on Biotechnology in Health and Agriculture, Dhaka, 2023.
Participated in IAAS Bangladesh National Congress 2021.
Participated in NYBB 1st Biotech Career Fest organized by the Network of Young Biotechnologists of Bangladesh.
Participated in Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center Career Bootcamp 2020.
Participated and Presented Poster, NIB Fair, Dhaka, 2019.
Participated in BCSIR Science Fair, Dhaka, 2019.

Co-curricular Activities

Global Outreach Member (ID: 200332052), American Society for Microbiology, 2022-Present.
Former President, ASM Student Chapter IU (May 2024-May 2025).
Treasurer, NYBB IU Student Chapter (Jan 2024-Present).
Research & Program Development Officer, IAAS BD IU Chapter (March 2023-May 2024).
Coordinator of Research & Publication wing, Islamic University Research Society (IURS). (2022-23).

Extra-curricular Activities

Workplace Skills Development Academy New Zealand.
Associate member at IUMUNA-Islamic University Model United Nations Association.
Volunteer at Bangladesh Science Society.
Campus Ambassador at Jobletic.
County Manager at International Youth Summit.
Former Campus Ambassador at SkillGen.

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