“Research is to see what everybody else has seen, and to think what nobody else has thought.
— Albert Szent-Györgyi
— Albert Szent-Györgyi
I am Deepa Dehari, a passionate researcher specializing in pharmaceutical engineering and technology. With a Ph.D. from IIT (BHU) Varanasi, my work focuses on innovative solutions for antimicrobial resistance, particularly through bacteriophage therapy.
My expertise includes developing advanced drug delivery systems, including bacteriophage gels for wound healing, and pioneering nanotechnology applications in pharmaceutics. My research has led to several high-impact publications and presentations at international conferences.
I have professional experience in teaching, industrial research, and various sophisticated lab techniques. My goal is to revolutionize healthcare through cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and development.
Originally from Chhattisgarh, I moved to Varanasi nine years ago to study M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutics from the Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, IIT (BHU). After completing my M.Pharm., I joined Apotex Research Pvt Ltd in Analytical Research R&D for one year. I returned the following year to IIT (BHU) to begin my PhD. Through my studies and professional experience, The skills I have acquired encompass a range of instrumental, software, and research expertise. I am proficient in handling analytical instruments such as UV-Visible spectrophotometer, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), FTIR, ATR, freeze dryer, homogenizer, rotary evaporator, probe sonicator, zetasizer, viscometer, biosafety cabinet, autoclave, multimode plate reader, RT-PCR, gel electrophoresis, ultracentrifuge, and confocal microscopy. My software expertise includes proficiency in data analysis tools such as Design of Experiment (DOE), GraphPad Prism, Chemdraw, ZEISS ZEN microscopy, and Vivo Lab photoacoustic imaging software, alongside Microsoft Office Suite. Additionally, I have experience utilizing scientific search engines like ScienceDirect, PubMed, and Google Scholar for literature review and research.
In the realm of scientific research, I have extensive experience in drug formulation development and pharmacokinetic studies. My work adheres to strong documentation practices for laboratory tasks, ensuring precision and clarity in reporting. Furthermore, I am adept at creating graphical abstracts and scientific illustrations, which contribute to the visual and conceptual understanding of academic publications.
Personally, I am dedicated, responsible, and optimistic, with a keen desire to learn and improve. My approach to research is marked by consistency, reliability, and a problem-solving mindset, which has enhanced my ability to execute and complete complex research tasks efficiently.
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