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Deekshitha Garimella

weslaco,TX

Summary

Plant pathology and molecular biology graduate with hands-on PCR, RNA extraction, and pathogen identification experience. Skilled in research analysis, and farmer communication.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Texas A&m University - Kingsville
weslaco, TX
01.2026 - Current
  • Conducted RNA extraction and performed gene expression studies.
  • Isolated plant pathogen and confirmed identification through DNA extraction, Nested PCR, and Clone PCR.
  • Propagated citrus plants in controlled environment, maintaining cuttings until establishment.

Internship

International crop research institute for (SAT)
Hyderabad, Telangana
06.2024 - 08.2024

Facilitated controlled crossings of male and female flowers to enhance breeding outcomes.

Performed emasculation during breeding work.

Developed diet charts to optimize insect feeding activities.

Pinned insects for scientific study, label specimens, and arrange insect box collections.

Contributed to post-harvest technology processes to improve product quality.

Agri sales advisor

Katyayani organics
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
03.2024 - 05.2024

Advised farmers on optimal selection of fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides, and plant growth promoters to enhance crop yields.

Advised customers on organic products and natural wellness selections.

  • Explained product ingredients, usage, and benefits to shoppers.
  • Streamlined customer communication through Kylas, Interact, Zoho, and Slack to improve service responsiveness.
  • Assisted customers with store inquiries and purchase decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Lovely Professional University
Phagwara, Punjab, India
05-2024

High School Diploma -

St. Pauls English Medium High School
Nallakunta,Vijayawada
03-2018

Master of Science - Plant And Soil Science

Texas A&M University Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
09-2026

Skills

RNA extraction

  • PCR techniques
  • Molecular biology
  • Plant pathology
  • Breeding techniques
  • Tissue culture methods
  • Plant propagation (Cuttings)
  • Field research techniques
  • Research and analysis
  • Data presentation skills
  • Planting seeds

Declaration

I hereby provided information is accurate and correct.  

                                                                                                                          Deekshitha.Garimella

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Texas A&m University - Kingsville
01.2026 - Current

Internship

International crop research institute for (SAT)
06.2024 - 08.2024

Agri sales advisor

Katyayani organics
03.2024 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Lovely Professional University

High School Diploma -

St. Pauls English Medium High School

Master of Science - Plant And Soil Science

Texas A&M University Kingsville
Deekshitha Garimella