Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Others
Languages
Leadership Experience
Research interests
Clinical research Experience
Conferences and workshops
Skills/Programs
Volunteer Experience
Personal Information
Certification
Timeline
A.R. Manna Ghalia

A.R. Manna Ghalia

Chennai

Summary

Competent and experienced biotechnologist with a solid academic background and a passion for using cutting-edge scientific technologies to address global issues. Equipped with knowledge of molecular biology, PCR testing, cell-based assays, laboratory operations, clinical research, genome editing (Drosophila), and scientific writing.

Overview

2021
2021
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Intern

Department of Biotechnology, IIT Madras
  • Area of Research: Stem cell proliferation studies

Project Scholar

Dr. A.L.M. Post Graduate Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Madras
01.2013 - 06.2013
  • Area of Research: Endocrinology

Clinical Trials

ALIA BIOSYS
  • Company Overview: Associates of INAGROSA, Madrid, Spain
  • Involving bioactive Amino acids & oligopeptides of very low molecular weight in 'Endocrine responses to the oral ingestion of a physiological dose of essential amino acids'


Subject Matter Expert-Content Developer and Writer

Six Red Marbles
10.2018 - 05.2020

· Assisted in writing and editing educational articles ,video scripts and step-by-step solutions to questions primarily at the undergraduate level.

· Coordinated with stakeholders to gather feedback and iterated content based on based on recommendations resulting in higher content quality.

· Engaged with team members to refine content structure structure and flow, enhancing user comprehension and satisfaction.

· Managed multiple writing projects , prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Drosophila Facility Research Assistant

Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP)
09.2016 - 10.2018

· Performed Drosophila genetic experiments, including fly crosses and stock maintenance.

· Conducted CRISPR/Cas9 guide RNA plasmid injections into 300 embryos of strain containing PhiC31-integrase and a docking site of the user’s choice and scoring the transformants and balancing.

· Involved in injecting dual-gRNA in ~300 embryos from appropriate Cas9 flies, G0 crosses, PCR based screening, sequence confirmation and balancing mutant flies.

· Used molecular biology based methods to clone DNA in vectors and was involved in high throughput molecular screening.

Assisted in training programs for students and trainees during the year.

Assistant Professor, Post Graduate Food Chemistry and Food Processing

Loyola College
01.2016 - 04.2016

· Assisted in teaching undergraduate biology courses and labs.

· Assisted in the development of course materials for 4 undergraduate biology courses.

· Tutored 50+ students , leading to an average improvement of one letter grade in course scores.

· Managed grading for assignments and setting up question papers for their final examinations.

· Supervised 2 graduate students’ research projects.

Research Graduate

Anna University - K.B. Chandrashekar Research Centre (AU-KBC)
01.2015 - 12.2015


  • Area of Research: Molecular Cardiology and Vascular Biology
  • wound healing and cell culture

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology

Rajalakshmi Engineering College
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Division: First class
  • Project work: Department of Endocrinology, Dr. A.L.M. Post Graduate Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Madras, Taramani campus, Chennai, India.
  • Dissertation Title: “Studies On The Effect Of Di(2-Ethylhexyl)Phthalate (DEHP) On The Expression Of FSH And LH Receptors From The Ovaries Of Adult Wistar Rats”
  • GPA: 81%

Master of Technology - Food Technology

Anna University
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Division: First class with distinction
  • Dissertation Title: “A pilot study on the effects of Nutraceutical compounds(T.arjuna bark extract and Anthocyanins) on a model of aneurysmal disease”
  • GPA: 89%

Higher Secondary(10+2) - undefined

Velammal Matriculation Higher Secondary School
01.2009
  • Division: First class with distinction
  • GPA: 92%

Anglo Indian (10th School Leaving) - undefined

St. Joseph Anglo Indian High. Sec. School
01.2007
  • Division: First class with distinction
  • GPA: 88%

Skills

  • Gene editing
  • Designing and executing experiments
  • CPR and AED
  • Immunological techniques
  • Scientific writing
  • Genetics
  • Molecular biology
  • CRISPR/Cas9 mediated deletions
  • Curriculum development &Teaching
  • Animal handling

Others

I had attended several workshops on basic techniques in molecular biology, medical education as a resource person. I had also participated and presented research papers at national and regional conferences of International repute. I was also actively involved in academic activities throughout my under graduation and post-graduation program.

Languages

English
Urdu
Tamil
Hindi

Leadership Experience

  • School pupil leader, St. Joseph Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School
  • Student Coordinator, Entrepreneurship Development Cell, Anna University

Research interests

  • Molecular biology
  • Cell biology
  • Endocrinology
  • Vascular biology
  • Cellular and molecular cardiology
  • Cancer biology
  • Angiogenesis
  • Stem cell and Regenerative biology
  • Endothelial biology
  • Cell and tissue culture
  • Neutraceuticals and Phytochemicals

Clinical research Experience

ALIA BIOSYS, Chennai, Clinical Trials involving bioactive Amino acids & oligopeptides of very low molecular weight in 'Endocrine responses to the oral ingestion of a physiological dose of essential amino acids'

Conferences and workshops

  • Bioengineering of viral protein for Vaccine Manufacture, iQuest - a contest for innovative ideas and projects, 2011
  • Applications of Regenerative Medicine in Modern Healthcare - Current Perspectives and Future Frontiers, National conference, 2011
  • Techniques in animal cell culture and in-vitro toxicology, National workshop, 2012
  • Bioengineering (ICBE)-2013 A special focus on Bio product for disease management, International Conference, 2013
  • Introduction to the use of Vivarium, Workshop, 2012
  • Contemporary research trends in Diagnostics and Therapeutics, International conference, 2015

Skills/Programs

  • Health Care Provider for CPR and AED (American Heart Association)
  • Inplant training program on 'Immunological techniques and Nanobiotechnology' (Armats Biotek Training and Research Institute (ABTRI) Kottur, Chennai)
  • Animal care handling and training (Institute of Basic Medical Science, University of Madras)
  • English Course At The Level Of Evolution Advanced (British Council)
  • English Impact Upper Intermediate (British Council)

Volunteer Experience

  • Recipient of Rajyapuraskar Scout/Guide Award
  • Active member (Rotaract Service Club)
  • Literacy promoter
  • Community Worker And Sanitation Promoter (Agaram, Chennai)
  • Leprosy Control and counseling in voluntary hospital service (Gremaltes hospital, Chennai)
  • Service for terminally ill Cancer patients (Jeevodaya Hospice, Chennai)

Personal Information

  • Father's Name: M.H. Abdul Razack
  • Date of Birth: 11/18/91

Certification

  • Health Care Provider for CPR and AED (American Heart Association).
  • English Course At The Level Of Evolution Advanced (British Council)
  • English Impact Upper Intermediate (British Council)

Timeline

Subject Matter Expert-Content Developer and Writer - Six Red Marbles
10.2018 - 05.2020
Drosophila Facility Research Assistant - Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP)
09.2016 - 10.2018
Assistant Professor, Post Graduate Food Chemistry and Food Processing - Loyola College
01.2016 - 04.2016
Research Graduate - Anna University - K.B. Chandrashekar Research Centre (AU-KBC)
01.2015 - 12.2015
Project Scholar - Dr. A.L.M. Post Graduate Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Madras
01.2013 - 06.2013
Velammal Matriculation Higher Secondary School - Higher Secondary(10+2),
St. Joseph Anglo Indian High. Sec. School - Anglo Indian (10th School Leaving),
  • Health Care Provider for CPR and AED (American Heart Association).
  • English Course At The Level Of Evolution Advanced (British Council)
  • English Impact Upper Intermediate (British Council)
Research Intern - Department of Biotechnology, IIT Madras
Clinical Trials - ALIA BIOSYS
Rajalakshmi Engineering College - Bachelor of Technology, Biotechnology
Anna University - Master of Technology, Food Technology
A.R. Manna Ghalia