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Kokilavani Krishnamoorthi

Tauranga,India

Summary

I am a biochemistry professional specializing in molecular biology, cell culture, cancer research and development. A highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong passion for science, seeking to begin a career as a Lab Technician.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab Assistant

Hill Laboratories
, New Zealand
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Accurately received, logged, processed, and tracked incoming samples according to strict laboratory protocols and time-sensitive requirements.
  • Maintained precise digital records and performed accurate data entry using specialized systems, ensuring data integrity.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members across different sections to ensure smooth operational workflow and timely sample progression.
  • Ensured equipment and work areas were maintained to high standards of cleanliness and operational readiness.

Research Technician/Assistant

Farcast Biosciences India Pvt Ltd
, India
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Ex vivo culturing of cancer patient tissue for drug testing -Targeted therapy, Immunotherapy & Chemotherapy
  • Cryopreservation and revival of various tumor tissues and lead a project within a time frame.
  • Culturing of PBMC and checking functionality of immune cells using AntiCD3+IL2 and LPS stimulation
  • Isolation of PBMC and profiling of various immune cells using flowcytometry
  • Flowcytometry – Profiling of immune cells using 14 color panel
  • RNA & DNA isolation and PCR
  • Analysis using Graphpad Prism and Flowjo
  • Internal data presentation and review meeting.
  • Mammalian Cell culture – “BHK 21” and “HeLa” Cell line, cell migration assay, karyotyping, giemsa staining, functional design of Bioreactor and fermentor, cell revival, growth curve analysis, and media formulation.

Junior Research Fellow/Assistant

PSG Institute of Advanced Studies
, India
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Project Title: "Microfluidic device-based instrument for screening breast cancer using miRNA detection from the serum"
  • RT-qPCR: Profiling miRNA isolated from serum in Breast cancer patients using PCR
  • Product Development: Microfluidics-based device manufactured by Molbio in collaboration with an industrial partner (Bigtec Labs, Bangalore).
  • MiRNA expression: Recorded the fluorescence value using a laser scriber-based device for miRNA-21 and miRNA-195 as a combination biomarker.
  • The molecular beacon probe hybridization technique was performed using a point-of-care device.
  • Gathered data from a patient who has strong pathological reports as well as cancer-affected individuals with proper counseling.
  • Expertise with scientific tools and instruments for data collection and experiments.

Education

Master of Science - Biochemistry

PSG College of Arts and Science
India
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

KSR college of Arts and science
India
01.2017

Skills

  • Cell Culture: Ex vivo culture (3D model), tissue explant generation, PBMC isolation, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
  • Genomic and phenotypic Analysis : 14 color Flow cytometry, Fluorescent microscopy imaging
  • Molecular Biology: Nucleic acid (DNA, RNA) extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, molecular hybridization, RFLP, SDS-PAGE, STR
  • Biochemical and Analytical Techniques: Phytochemical analysis, HPLC, chromatography, enzyme assays protein purification, and differential centrifugation
  • Microbiology and cell culture: microbial plating, bacterial staining, antibiotic sensitivity assays, autoclaving and different inoculation methods
  • Software Tools: Data management and analysis include Excel, GraphPad Prism, mini tab, origin, SPSS, FlowJo, basics of Anaconda and Qpath for quantitative cell analysis (code creation and image analysis/Visualization)
  • Bioinformatics (Aspirational): Eager to develop proficiency in tools and languages for genomic and population genetic data analysis

References

  • Sabine, Shengleton, Supervisor, Sabine.hank@hotmail.com, 64274062128, Hill Labs, NZ
  • Kowshik, Jaganathan, Senior Scientist, Cancer Biology, kowshik.jaganathan@farcasbio.com, Farcast Biosciences India Pvt Ltd

Publications

  • Research Article: Sakthivel, K. M., Kokilavani, K., Kathirvelan, C., & Brindha, D. (2020). “Malvidin abrogates oxidative stress and inflammatory mediators to inhibit solid and ascitic tumor development in mice” - Journal of Environmental Pathology, Toxicology and Oncology, 39(3).
  • Review Article: Kokilavani, K., & Salim, B. Primary Diagnostic Tools for SARS-CoV-2 Infection (COVID-19): Mini Review Based on Current Challenges in Molecular Techniques and Point of Care Testing for Screening. International Journal of Pathogen Research (2020).
  • Research Article: B. Salim, M. Vijayakumar, K. Kokilavani, A. T. C. John and C. D. K, “Breast Cancer Screening by Blood Test using miRNAs as Biomarkers- a Point of Care Engineering Solution, Breast cancer screening by Blood Test using miRNAs as Biomarker- a point-of-care engineering solution. 2023”. International Conference for Advancement in Technology (ICONAT), Goa, India, 2023, pp. 1-5.
  • Research article: Krishnamoorthy Kokilavani1, Ancy Terryna Chanayiltharayil John1, Bindu Salim1, Madhulika Vijayakumar2, Sankar Ganesh Jeyaraj3,4: “Improved specificity for breast cancer screening using an oncogenic (miRNA-21) and a gene suppressor (miRNA-195) miRNA in the serum for a Point of Care (POC) screening solution”. Biomedical and Environmental Sciences 2023, 36(6) 549-55

Timeline

Lab Assistant

Hill Laboratories
02.2025 - 06.2025

Research Technician/Assistant

Farcast Biosciences India Pvt Ltd
07.2023 - 06.2024

Junior Research Fellow/Assistant

PSG Institute of Advanced Studies
09.2019 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Biochemistry

PSG College of Arts and Science

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

KSR college of Arts and science

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