Dr. Shashank Bhatt – Unlocking the Secrets of Medicinal Biotechnology: Meet the Research Scientist Changing Lives

Dr. Shashank Bhatt

Research Scientist | Medicinal Biotechnology

Present Location: Karnataka | Permanent Address: Purani Tehsil, Mandsaur (M.P.)

Career Objective

To establish a successful research career in Medicinal Biotechnology, focusing on the development of innovative vaccines and therapeutic solutions for diseases impacting human health.

Professional Experience

• Current Role: Scientist-C (ICMR Project)
• Yenepoya Research Centre, Mangalore, Karnataka (April 2024 – Present)
  • Project Title: Evaluation of the Nephroprotective Activity & Therapeutic Potential of CKD777 in Chronic Kidney Disease.
• Previous Roles:
  • Research Associate III (Anthropology-NTEP Project, ICMR), Govt. Medical College, Ratlam, M.P. (Feb. 2023 – April 2024)
  • Senior Research Scientist, Molecular Biology RTPCR Lab, Indira Gandhi Govt. District Hospital, Mandsaur (May 2021 – January 2023)
  • Research Scientist (COVID-19), Molecular Biology Lab, State Cancer Institute, Guwahati, Assam (July 2020 – December 2021)
  • Assistant Manager (R&D), Symbiotec Pharma Ltd., Pithampur, M.P. (February 2018 – July 2018)
  • Senior Executive (Microbiology Department), Medi-Caps Ltd., Pithampur, M.P. (July 2008 – July 2009)
  • Senior Executive (Microbiology Department), Hema Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Dehradun, U.K. (July 2007 – July 2008)
  • Microbiologist, Alpa Laboratories Ltd., Indore, M.P. (December 2005 – April 2007)

Teaching Experience

• Assistant Professor of Biotechnology, Rajiv Gandhi Govt. P.G. College, Mandsaur, M.P. (2017 – June 2020)
• Assistant Professor of Biotechnology, Mandsaur Institute of Science and Technology, Mandsaur, M.P. (August 2009 – September 2010)

Educational Qualifications

• Ph.D. (Biotechnology), NIMS University (NIMSUR/Reg./Ph.D./2009/9251)
• M.Phil. (Biotechnology) – First Division (2008–2009)
• M.Sc. (Biotechnology) – First Division (2005)
• GATE Qualified

Research Experience

15+ years of extensive research experience (2009 – Present)

Patents

• Method for isolation and estimation of genomic DNA from Ailanthus excelsa Roxb. leaves (Patent Application No. [Phone Hidden]) (Provisional)
• Manual method for isolation of genomic RNA from SARS-CoV-2 (Provisional)

Major Research Projects

• Toxicity Studies of Leachates of Municipal Solid Waste in Albino Rats
• Toxicity Studies of Leachates of Municipal Solid Waste in Onion Roots & Buds

Minor Research Projects

• Phytochemical screening of Ziziphus mauritiana Lam. bark, leaves, and fruits
• Comparative and quantitative study of secondary metabolites in parts of Euphorbia neriifolia Linn.

Awards and Recognitions

• Best Paper Award, TJPRC-IJBTR Journal (June 2013)
• Young Researcher Award 2020, Institute of Scholars
• Keynote Speaker Commendation, 4th International Conference on Recent Trends in Life Sciences and Biotechnology
• Guest of Honour, Guru RamDas Public Senior Secondary School, Ratlam (NTEP Project)
• 2nd Prize in Oral Presentation, e-COMBAS 1.0 (July 2024)

Publications

Selected Publications (Total: 27 | Citations: 285)

1. Bhatt S, Dhyani S. Preliminary phytochemical screening of Ailanthus excelsa Roxb. Int J Curr Pharm Res. 2012; 4(1), 87-89. (IF: 4.510).
2. Bhatt S, Dhyani S. Study of saponins content in Ailanthus excelsa Roxb. leaves. Int J Bio-Tech Res. 2013; 3(3), 69-72. (IF: 3.2).
3. Bhatt S, Dhyani S. Toxicity effects of municipal sewage effluent on onion roots. J. Environ. Res. Develop. 2013; 7, (4A), 1547-1551. (IF: 4.301).
4. Bhatt S., Dhyani S., Kumar S. Effect of environmental conditions on soluble proteins of Ailanthus excelsa’s leaves. International Journal of Biotechnology. Photon. 2015, 114, 452- 455. (IF: 4.23).
5. Bhatt Shashank, Dhyani Suresh, Rajesh Kumar Kesharwani. The Quantitative Variation of Isolated Soluble Proteins from Dried Leaves of Ailanthus excelsa Roxb. WJPPS. 2016, 5 (9), 2221-2226. (IF: 6.041).

Presentations and Conferences

• Poster Presentation: DBT & CSIR National Seminar (2013)
• Oral Presentations:
  • Toxicity effects of municipal sewage on onion roots
  • Physico-chemical measurement of Shivna River drinking water
  • Study of secondary metabolites of Ailanthus excelsa Roxb.
• Conferences Attended:
  • UGC National Seminar on Biodiversity Loss (2016)
  • UGC Seminar on Contemporary Environmental Issues (2016)
  • International Conference on Innovative Research, Chennai (2016)

Skills

Research Techniques: Molecular Biology, Toxicology Studies, Metabolomics

Technical Expertise: ELISA, Protein Purification, SDS-PAGE, Western Blotting, LC-MS, GC-MS Data Analysis, Molecular Biology Techniques, Cell Culture

Computer Skills: Proficient in computer applications and internet-based research

Drug Approval

Certified for Microbiological Analysis on Form 25 & 28 (Certificate No.: 17 P/8/90/2001/32720)

Languages

• English (Fluent)
• Hindi (Native)

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Cover Letter:

Dr. Shashank Bhatt,
Purani Tehsil, Mandsaur (M.P.).

Dated: 17/06/2025
The Director

Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to express my sincere interest in your reputed university/Institute’s/organization open Team Lead. I would like to pursue as a member of your team. I have completed my Ph.D. Biotechnology from NIMS University Jaipur Rajasthan, India in 2016 where I gave my presentation on **Phytochemical study and genetic fidelity assessment of various cultivars of _Ailanthus excelsa_ Roxb.** **in different climatic regions.**
In my research, I focused on the determination of _A. excelsa_ Roxb. leaves’ contents and environment effect on DNA and Proteins where environmental conditions affect the quantities of primary and secondary metabolites. This conditions damage DNA and proteins which was determined in my work and also determined the affectivity of leaves contents against various bacteria and fungi. In the phytochemical study of plant’s leaves, I got some specific metabolites which are effective **on cancer cells**. I am looking forward to continuing my research work as a member of your research team. **In 2023, I have received two patents from Govt. of India (provisional) related to molecular biology technique.**
I would appreciate the opportunity to continue my research in your laboratory and pursue a long-term future with estimated university/organization. I believe the nature of my research relates to your lab. In 2021, I worked as Scientist-C and Nodal Officer and developed BSL-2 Virology and Molecular Biology lab (COVID-19) in Govt. District Hospital Mandsaur (M.P.) approved by ICMR-Delhi where genome sequencing analysis works also done with help of NCDC-Delhi.
I am a self-motivated, independent researcher with 10 years’ experience. I have published 27 International Publications in reputed journal with good impact factor and citations. In 2013, I had received one of the best paper award, young researcher award 2020. My extensive experience in managing a number of projects in molecular biology and genome sequencing analysis make me an excellent candidate for this.
I worked on ICMR-NTEP Project (TB Elimination Program) as Research Associate in Dept. of Community Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Ratlam (M.P.) from February 2023 to March 2024 where my key role is to manage all qualitative and quantitative data, Counselling of TB patients etc.
**At present, I am working on ICMR- Research Project as Research Scientist in Yenepoya Research Centre, Mangalore Karnataka since April 2024.**
**Technical Expertise**
– **Protein Purification**
– **SDS-PAGE**
– **Western Blotting**
– **LC-MS (Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) Data Analysis**
– **GC-MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) Data Analysis**
– **Molecular Biology Techniques**
– **Cell Culture**
As a detail-oriented, qualified and creative candidate, I have attached my CV and would be very interested in setting up a time to future discuss my skills and qualifications with you. Please let me know if you have questions and I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully
Dr.Shashank Bhatt
Research Scientist
Yenepoya Research Centre,
Mangalore Karnataka