Aparna Chatterjee
Davis,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated success in compiling and interpreting large amounts of single cell RNA Sequencing data by leveraging software, statistics and Machine Learning. Experienced in wet lab processes required in laboratory research. Passionate about understanding technological advances and new computational and modeling techniques. Proficient programmer in Python, R and MATLAB, the industry standards. Competent in preparing documentation, generating reports and presenting information to technical and non-technical personnel. Handles multiple responsibilities simultaneously with a high degree of efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Researcher
Wang Lab, UC Davis Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
- Study neurodegenerative diseases in mice models using single cell sequencing
- Use technologies such as CosMx, Visium, GeoMx, StereoSeq, Xenium to study mouse brains
- Mouse handling experience
- Large data handling using R (Bioconductor packages, Seurat) and Python
- Use unsupervised ML to cluster data for further analysis
- Wet lab: Staining (H&E staining), cell culture, PCR etc.
- Attend lab meetings and maintain records
Bio Innovation Group-Research Team
UC Davis Academic Surge
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Trained in processes of micro-pipetting, gel electrophoresis, restriction enzyme digests, PCR lab techniques
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures and results using electronic lab notebooks for easy reference by other researchers.
- Adhered to UC Davis Laboratory Safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Research Intern
Cancer Research Lab, Center for Human Genetics
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Learned fundamental laboratory procedures such as mammalian cell culturing, Western Blotting, Gel electrophoresis, SDS Page
- Gained experience working in laboratory environments including sterile cell culture rooms
- Experienced research culture, including lab notebook maintenance, group meetings, and presentations
Shadowing
Plant Research Lab, University for Agricultural Sciences Bengaluru
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Learnt and performed DNA and RNA extraction methods
- Observed Mass Spectroscopy and PCR techniques
- Developed technical skills through training and shadowing experienced professionals.
Scholar
Kode With Klossy
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with fellow scholars to brainstorm and code a website called “Safely”, a resource for women-identifying travelers.
- Learned CSS, JavaScript, and HTML and practiced these languages through coding activities
- Created presentation decks and pitched ideas and designs for the website
- Enhanced coding skills by implementing hands-on projects and real-world scenarios in the curriculum.
- Promoted a collaborative classroom environment by engaging in group projects and peer reviews into coursework.
Lead of Biology Cohort
Interschool Science Fair
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Hosted an interschool online science fair
- Coordinated a team of 30 peers and managed the biology competition
- Led brainstorming sessions and organized team meetings
- Presented the group work for approval from teachers
- Streamlined the competition logistics
- Enhanced student understanding of complex biological concepts by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities.
Explorative Academic Research on Stem Cells
Independent Research
01.2019 - Current
- Read extensively about topic of stem cells and their uses to cure diseases
- Spoke about how neuro-degenerative diseases can be cured by stem cell therapy at a young researchers’ forum
- High school senior year project on topic “Stem Cell Therapies for Spinal Injury”
- Created a video explaining these concepts for the Science Ambassadorship Scholarship.
- Presented research findings at young research conferences, science fairs.
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA06.2026
Skills
- Python
- R
- MATLAB
- CSS
- HTML
- JavaScript
- LaTeX
- Microsoft Office
- Data Analysis
- Scientific Writing
- Dataset analysis
- Machine Learning
Coursework
- Python
- R
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Statistics
- Calculus
- General Chemistry (Lab)
- Introductory Biology (Lab)
- Organic Chemistry (Lab)
- Scientific Writing
Laboratory Skills
- Single Cell RNA Sequencing
- Imaging slides
- Mouse handling
- Mammalian cell culturing
- Gel electrophoresis
- PCR
- DNA extraction
- RNA extraction
- Western Blotting
- SDS Page
- pipetting
- preparation of buffers
Extracurricular Activities
- Singer of UC Davis A Cappella group ‘Jhankaar’. Participating in inter-collegiate A Cappella competitions for All American Awaaz (UC Berkley and University of Texas, Dallas).
- Member of the Women in Computer Science (WiCS) chapter at UC Davis.
- SOF English Olympiad International Gold medalist (2021) and Silver medalist (2022) for securing first and second positions at the national level.
- Graduate in Hindustani Classical Music degree
Timeline
Student Researcher
Wang Lab, UC Davis Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Bio Innovation Group-Research Team
UC Davis Academic Surge
01.2023 - 03.2023
Research Intern
Cancer Research Lab, Center for Human Genetics
12.2022 - 01.2023
Scholar
Kode With Klossy
07.2022 - 08.2022
Shadowing
Plant Research Lab, University for Agricultural Sciences Bengaluru
06.2022 - 09.2022
Lead of Biology Cohort
Interschool Science Fair
09.2021 - 11.2021
Explorative Academic Research on Stem Cells
Independent Research
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of California - Davis
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