Raksha Ambinkudige Ganesh
Molecular Biologist
1303, Lundavägen 39, Malmö, Sweden
Summary
Molecular Biologist with expertise in cancer biology, proteomics, and translational research. Skilled in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing, with the ability to adapt to evolving research needs. Known for strong collaboration, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven approach. Passionate about advancing scientific discovery through innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to impactful research.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Scientist
Lund University
09.2024 - Current
- Processing patient samples (airway, blood, sputum) while optimizing laboratory techniques for efficiency and accuracy.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
Researcher, Ph.D. Student
Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research
04.2016 - 10.2021
- Investigated the role of GPR56 in glioblastoma using multi-omics approaches (transcriptomics, proteomics, phosphoproteomics).
- Standardized and implemented various procedures for hospital neuropathology, including FISH, methylation qPCR and IDH mutation analysis
- Trained graduate students and collaborated on time-sensitive projects.
Senior Research Fellow
Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research, B
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Developed clinical tissue sample collection protocols and managed a comprehensive tumor repository.
- Established primary cell culture techniques, generating over 150 patient-derived glioma cultures that facilitated multiple collaborations and publications.
- Collaborated with several hospitals to construct glioma tissue microarrays
Project Research Fellow
Center for Cellular and Molecular Biology
05.2010 - 03.2014
- Planned and executed more than 250 genetic screens for modifiers of the miRNA/siRNA pathway in Drosophila.
- Performed drug discovery screening with small molecule inhibitors on cancer cell lines and Drosophila models.
Education
Ph.D. - Neuro-Oncology
Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore, India 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Genetics
University of Mysore
Mysore, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Life Sciences
Maharani´s Science College For Women
Mysore, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Mammalian Cell culture
Scientific writing
Gene editing
Mass spectrometry
Qualitative and quantitative analysis
Molecular Biology
Data analysis
Problem-solving
Adaptability and flexibility
Awards
Senior Research Fellowship Award (Full support - 2016-2019) – Issued by Indian Council of Medical Research.
References
Dr. Ellen Tufvesson
Lund University, Sweden
Email id: ellen.tufvesson@med.lu.se
Timeline
Laboratory Scientist
Lund University
09.2024 - Current
Researcher, Ph.D. Student
Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research
04.2016 - 10.2021
Senior Research Fellow
Mazumdar Shaw Center for Translational Research, B
06.2014 - 03.2016
Project Research Fellow
Center for Cellular and Molecular Biology
05.2010 - 03.2014
Ph.D. - Neuro-Oncology
Vellore Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Genetics
University of Mysore
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Life Sciences
Maharani´s Science College For Women
04.2001 -
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