Neethu Mol B S – Mastering Genome Editing: The Future of Food Security and Climate Resilience

NEETHU MOL B S

SUMMARY
Accomplished Senior Research Fellow, with a strong focus on CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, plant tissue culture methodologies, and animal handling. Expertise encompasses gene cloning, Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, and the development of tissue culture protocols. Proficient in designing and executing experiments, data analysis, and collaborative research, leading to impactful outcomes.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Animal model handling
• Plant tissue culture
• Cell culture techniques
• Agrobacterium transformation
• CRISPR technology
• Gene cloning
• PCR – gradient and RT PCR
• Gel electrophoresis
• Restriction enzyme digestion
• Molecular cloning
• Chromatography techniques
• Experimental design

EXPERIENCE

SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
ICAR-INDIAN INSTITUTE OF OILSEEDS RESEARCH – HYDERABAD, INDIA
November 2024 – April 2025
Project Title: “Enhancing Climate Resilience and Ensuring Food Security with Genome Editing Tools of Sesame.”
➢ Reviewed literature relevant to current research topics, and incorporated findings into existing studies or experiments.
➢ Performed laboratory experiments using advanced technologies, such as CRISPR-Cas, gene cloning, etc.
➢ Designed and optimized PCR primers using NCBI Primer-BLAST, achieving high specificity and efficiency in gene amplification experiments.
➢ Constructed custom vectors for gene expression studies, incorporating elements such as promoters, tags, and selection markers.
➢ Established and maintained sterile plant tissue cultures, managed routine subculturing of plant tissues.
➢ Executed Agrobacterium-mediated transformation protocols.
➢ Maintained records of research progress including experimental notes, lab reports, manuscripts, or presentations prepared by team members.

EDUCATION

• BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH
  M.Sc. Plant Biotechnology
  January 2024
  GPA: 82.6%
• TAMILNADU AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU
  B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture
  August 2021
  GPA: 79%
• BETHLAHEM MATRIC HR. SEC SCHOOL KANNIYAKUMARI, TAMIL NADU
  Intermediate
  March 2017
  GPA: 87.4%
• TAMILNADU AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU
  High School
  March 2015
  GPA: 94.6%

DISSERTATION
In Laboratory of Immunopharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics, Regional Cancer Center, Thiruvananthapuram
Project title: “Investigation of the phytochemical analysis of Aegiceras corniculatum and evaluation of its anti-inflammatory potential in acute and chronic experimental models”.

CERTIFICATE
Participated in an international workshop-cum-webinar on ‘CRISPR construct design’ for efficient genome editing in plants conducted by Glostem

PERSONAL INFORMATION

• Date of birth: 07/27/2000
• Gender: Female
• Marital status: unmarried
• Father’s name: T. Balakrishnan
• Languages: Tamil, English, Malayalam, Hindi
• Hobby: Reading, Art & Craft, Trekking, etc.

Skills: Animal model handling, Plant tissue culture, Cell culture techniques, Agrobacterium transformation, CRISPR technology, Gene cloning, PCR – gradient and RT PCR, Gel electrophoresis, Restriction enzyme digestion, Molecular cloning, Chromatography techniques, Experimental design

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Cover Letter:

I am excited to apply my expertise in genome editing, plant tissue culture, and gene cloning to support your research efforts. I’m skilled in experimental design, data analysis, and collaborative research, and I’m eager to contribute to meaningful scientific outcomes.
Thank you for considering my application.