Dr. DIVYA LAKSHMANAN
Research Scientist
Münster
Summary
Dedicated researcher with expertise in molecular biology, committed to advancing knowledge and driving necessary improvements. Over 5 years of research experience, ready to contribute to the field's progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance EFL Trainer
InterACT English, Berlin/ CG com Sprachinstitut
02.2023 - Current
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to accommodate varied learning styles and preferences.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive educational community.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
Research Scientist
Westfalische-Wilhelms Universität
08.2018 - 12.2023
- I performed CLSM (confocal laser scanning microscopy) with markers for ER, Golgi apparatus, nucleus, and endosomes and determined subcellular localization of the transcription factors bZIP17 and bZIP28 in wild-type and N-glycosylation defect Arabidopsis thaliana (At) mutant lines.
- Elucidated protein-protein interactions via SDS-PAGE, immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry, and Western blot analyses, protein production in E. coli.
- Tested the functionality of S2P N-glycosylation sites via site-directed mutagenesis and predicted the topology of AtS2P using ro-GFP.
- Planning, organizing, and teaching courses (undergraduate and graduate).
- Designed experiments using sophisticated statistical techniques, yielding robust results that supported key hypotheses.
- Presented research findings at international conferences, increasing visibility and recognition within the field.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to laboratory safety guidelines.
- Enhanced research efficiency by optimizing experimental designs and protocols.
- Assisted in the completion of research projects, conducting literature reviews and gathering relevant information.
Research Intern
Institute of Forest genetics and Tree Breeding
11.2017 - 02.2018
- HRM (high-resolution melt) analysis to validate SNPs (single nucleotide polymorphisms) in Eucalyptus (published in a peer-reviewed article).
- Quantified plant metabolites in Eucalyptus extracts via biochemical analyses.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant research articles and support project objectives.
- Collaborated with team members for successful completion of research projects on time and within budget.
Student Research Assistant
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms Universität
08.2015 - 10.2016
- I collected nematode eggs, incubated them in a growth solution, and harvested the juvenile nematodes.
- Performed nematode infection assays using Heterodera schatii on Arabidopsis thaliana.
- Performed molecular biology techniques like RNA extraction, qRT-PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, and Agrobacterium-mediated transformation of tobacco (Nicotiana benthamiana) leaves.
- Used light microscopy and confocal laser scanning microscopy.
- Adapted quickly to new areas of focus within the lab or department, demonstrating flexibility in learning new concepts or methods.
Education
Ph.D. - Plant Biology & Biotechnology
Westfalische-Wilhelms Universität
Münster, Germany 04.2001 -
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms Universität
Bonn, Germany 04.2001 -
Bachelors in Biotechnology -
Kumaraguru College of Technology
2014
Skills
Molecular Cloning
Publications
Bari Muneera Parveen, A., Lakshmanan, D. & Ghosh Dasgupta, M., Validation of variants using cost effective high-resolution melting (HRM) analysis predicted from target re-sequencing in Eucalyptus, Acta Botanica Croatica, 79 (2), 105-113, https://doi.org/10.37427/botcro-2020-019
References
- Dr. Abdelnaser Elashry, Bioinformatiker, Strube Research GmbH & Co. KG, Hauptstraße 1, Söllingen, 38387, a.elashry@strube-research.net
- Prof. Dr. Antje von Schaewen, IBBP, University of Munster, Schlossplatz 7, Munster, 48149, schaewen@uni-muenster.de
- Dr Modhumita Dasgupta, Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding, Coimbatore, India, ghoshm@icfre.org
Grants
Travel Grant- Botanik Tagung, Bonn, 2022
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Interests
Reading
Writing
Health & Fitness
Drawing
Timeline
Freelance EFL Trainer
InterACT English, Berlin/ CG com Sprachinstitut
02.2023 - Current
Research Scientist
Westfalische-Wilhelms Universität
08.2018 - 12.2023
Research Intern
Institute of Forest genetics and Tree Breeding
11.2017 - 02.2018
Student Research Assistant
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms Universität
08.2015 - 10.2016
Ph.D. - Plant Biology & Biotechnology
Westfalische-Wilhelms Universität
04.2001 -
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms Universität
04.2001 -
Bachelors in Biotechnology -
Kumaraguru College of Technology
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