🔬 Research Experience
MSc Final Dissertation
CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI, Mysore)
January 2025 - April 2025
"Effect of GABA as a Novel Nitrogen Source on Growth and Metabolic Profiling of Dunaliella salina"
- Investigated GABA as nitrogen supplement enhancing growth, protein, lipid, and antioxidant response
- Achieved 73% higher protein, 5.5% increased lipid yield, and 96% model accuracy via RSM optimization
- Identified 10–15 mM GABA as effective growth enhancer under abiotic stress
- Elevated carotenoid levels supporting nutraceutical and biofuel applications
Summer Intern
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IITD)
May 2024 - June 2024
Microplastic Removal from Wastewater
- Studied microplastic removal via electrochemical oxidation
- Achieved 37% organic matter removal using MMO-MMO electrodes
- Highlighted need for enhanced detection and scalable remediation technologies
Research Trainee
Zaara Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
March 2024
Multi-Domain Biotechnology Research
- Functional Food Development: Designed "Comfort Crave" for pancreatitis patients
- Algae Photobioreactor: 5L Chlorella system capturing ~1.36 kg CO₂/year
- Mycelium Materials: Bio-composites with enhanced thermal properties
- Product Innovation: Developed JAKAVA caffeine-free coffee alternative
BSc Final Year Project
MES College, Marampally
April 2023
"Comparative Analysis of Bromelain Isolated from Pineapple Agro-wastes"
- Isolated bromelain from Mauritius and Amrita pineapple varieties
- Achieved highest bromelain concentration at pH 9 (0.6 mg/ml)
- Demonstrated antibacterial activity with zones up to 14 mm