Rehana Abdulvakkeil

Passionate and driven researcher in the field of biodiversity in Agroforestry , specializing in microbial ecology . Enthusiastic about exploring microbial interactions in agroecosystems to enhance sustainability and soil health. Passionate about advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative research on soil and root-associated microbial communities. Excellent command of English and a commitment to high-impact scientific contributions.

August 2023 - Current- Justus-Liebig University, Giessen, Germany.

Characterization of Cephalosporin-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae Cultured from Cilantro Plants Grown in Greenhouse Column Experiment of Mexican Soils Irrigated with Different Wastewater Types

• Investigated the presence and resistance patterns of Enterobacteriaceae in cilantro plants subjected to different irrigation conditions.
• Conducted microbial culturing, resistance profiling, and molecular characterization of isolates.
• Assessed potential implications for food safety and agricultural sustainability

November 2016 - Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women, Tiruchengode, India.

Major project: Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Aegle marmelos and its in vitro anti-bacterial and anti-cancer activity.

• Investigated eco-friendly nanoparticle synthesis and its biological applications in antibacterial and cancer treatment.

June 2016 - Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women, Tiruchengode, India.

Mini project: In silico anti-proliferative activity of bioactive compounds from Aegle marmelos.

• Performed computational analysis to identify potential anticancer compounds.
• Used molecular docking to study interactions with targeted proteins.
• Assessed biological significance and therapeutic potential.

May - June 2019 - "Intensive course on Food Biotechnology" at Azyme Biosciences Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India

• Gained hands-on experience in food microbiology, fermentation technology, and bioprocessing.
• Explored applications of biotechnology in food safety, preservation, and quality control.
• Trained in various microbial culturing techniques and analysis of microbial contaminants in food.
• Conducted protein estimation assays and enzymatic activity studies relevant to food processing.

August 2016 - Workshop on "Animal Cell Culture" at IIT, Madras.

• Basic training in aseptic techniques, media preparation, and maintenance of cell lines.
• Learned fundamental cell culture methodologies, including passaging and cryopreservation.

SCHOLARSHIPS & ACHIEVEMENTS

• DAAD Scholarship Recipient , Financial Aid for Foreign Students at Justus Liebig University, Giessen (April 2024 - September 2024)
• Student President , Department of Biotechnology, Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women (2016-2017)