Master of Science IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
Texas A&M University | Aug '19 - Aug '23 | CGPA: 3.68/4.00
I am a graduate student at Texas A&M University, College Station pursuing my MS in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Comparative Endocrinology in the Department of Veterinary Physiology and Pharmacology (VTPP) in the School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (SVMBS).
I was working in the Comparative Endocrine Laboratory with Dr. Annie Newell-Fugate, my supervisor. The laboratory focused on the effects of obesity, hyperinsulinemia, and insulin resistance on androgen steroidogenesis and the interrelationship between androgens and insulin signaling in steroidogenic tissues and adipose tissue. An additional focus of my research is to study the effects of novel fat sources on metabolic and reproductive function in the context of obesity.
Fall 2019 Courses: Statistics (STAT: 651), Bio Neuro Endo Disorders (VIBS: 604), Foundations in Biomedical Graduate Education and Research (BIMS: 602) and Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691).
Spring 2020 Courses:Fetal & Embryo Physiology (VTPP: 652), Experimental Design in Biology (BIOL: 682), Scientific Ethics (VMID: 686) and Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691).
Summer 2020 Courses: Intensive Course in Research Writing (Methods of Specialized Journalism) (VIBS: 655), and Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Fall 2020 Courses: Nutritional Biochemistry (NUTR: 641/ NFSC: 641), Directed Studies under the supervision of Dr. Annie Newell-Fugate (VTPP: 685) and Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Spring 2021 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691) and Academy for Future Faculty (AFF), Center for Teaching Excellence.
Summer 2021 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691) and Directed Studies under the supervision of Dr. Annie Newell-Fugate (VTPP: 685).
Fall 2021 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Spring 2022 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Summer 2022 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Fall 2022 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Spring 2023 Courses: Research in the Newell-Fugate Laboratory (VTPP: 691)
Summer 2023 Courses: Research in the Banu Laboratory (VIBS: 691)
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL RESEARCH (ADCR)
Clinomic Center for Clinical Research | Jul '16 - Apr '17 | Grade : A+
During this period, I also pursued an internship at the Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, India and worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator for clinical trials on acne and psoriasis treatment (Dermatology) and in vitro fertilization (OBGYN) for phase III and phase IV Following were my responsibilities and enjoyed working on the project.
- Submission of trial proposal to ethics committee and obtaining approval for the trial
- Obtaining ICF from the subjects prior to the trial participation, screening and follow up
- Completion of the case report forms, essential documents, source data and its maintenance
- Communication and coordination with subjects, principal investigator, ethics committee and sponsors
- Preparing standard operating procedures, drug storage and handling for site
- Familiarizing trainees with the trial protocol, investigator brochure, GCP and applicable regulations
I studied an introduction to the clinical research, the drug discovery process, stages of pre-clinical and clinical trials, process for drug development, history of clinical trials process, development of good clinical practices, all the important definitions & concepts, and significant events & important documents. I also studied vital stake holders involved in clinical trials, varied clinical trial designs, ethical principles, and IRB guidelines. I got to learn budgeting, legal aspects, and monitoring in clinical trials. I understood various key roles and their functions in the areas of clinical research like biostatistician, clinical data manager, medical writer, and business developer.
Masters of Science in Zoology [endocrinology major]
The Institute of Science | Aug '14 - Jun '16 | CGPA : 6.90/7.00
I pursued my master’s degree with a specialization in Endocrinology in the academic year: 2014-2016. My professors provided a wonderful atmosphere not just in the theory lectures but also in the laboratory and gained a ton of hands-on experience. They taught me to use many new surgical equipment and explained the principles for each practical that we performed. I learnt various techniques like performing surgical ectomies on the albino mice and dissections of their reproductive systems.
I focused on the Phylogeny of Chordates & Non-Chordates, Biochemistry & Metabolism, Genetics & Developmental Biology, and Laboratory Tools & Techniques courses in the first two semesters. The next two semesters I studied on Vertebrate & Reproductive Endocrinology, Comparative & Molecular Endocrinology and Applied Endocrinology. Biotechnology was my minor subject and I learnt Applications of Biotechnology in Medicine, Agriculture, Animal & Environmental Sciences. My favorite topics of all times were Human Genome Project & Human Therapy (Tissue Engineering & Xenotransplantation).
The Institute of Science played a pivotal role in my academic evolution and beyond. It had a nice campus with a beautiful botanical garden which created a soothing atmosphere for us students. I also enjoyed spending time at the gymnasium playing indoor games like Table Tennis, Carrom, Chess, and on the playground taking part in several outdoor activities like Box-Cricket, Badminton, Kabaddi and Volleyball.
Bachelors of science in zoology
ICLES' Motilal Jhunjhunwala College | Jul '11 - Jul '14 | CGPA : 6.84/7.00
I laid the foundation of my academics in life sciences over a period of three years. I opted for Physics, Chemistry, and Zoology in my first year.
I studied Newton's laws, elasticity, fluid dynamics, thermodynamic systems in Physics. In Chemistry, I learnt atomic structure, periodicity of elements, catalysis by organometallic compounds, chemistry of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons. I covered the following sections in Zoology; diversity of animal kingdom, life processes, ecology, biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics, ethology, evolution, and biodiversity in the first two semesters.
In my second year, I selected Chemistry and Zoology. I learnt various topics like carboxylic acids and their derivatives, solutions and colligative properties, stereochemistry, halogenated hydrocarbons in my chemistry coursework and animal kingdom (invertebrates & vertebrates), developmental biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, cellular organization, applied biotechnology, applied & economic zoology, ecology, ethology, and evolution bioinformatics in the Zoology class for the next two semesters.
In the final two semesters, I enjoyed my specialization in Zoology and learnt many interesting subjects like comparative chordate anatomy, developmental biology, histology & endocrinology, physiology, homeostasis & regulation, molecular biology, toxicology, biotechnology, genetics & evolution, environmental biology, epidemiology, biostatistics, immunology, and hematology.
