Prapooja Somagattu
Institute,US
Summary
Experienced Research Assistant specializing in biotechnology with a focus on plant genetics, stress physiology, and molecular biology. Proficient in a range of laboratory techniques, including CRISPR-Cas9, PCR, and tissue culture, with a proven track record in data analysis and academic writing. Adept at contributing to scientific advancements through meticulous research and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
West Virginia State University, Institute, WV
Institute, WV
08.2024 - Current
Participated in research on plant variations, focusing on arsenic uptake in the Cucurbitaceae family. Collaborated in studying endophytes in heavy metal-exposed watermelon plants for enhanced stress resilience. Performed studies to track arsenic in plant tissues.
Graduate Research Assistant
West Virginia State University, Institute, WV
Institute, WV
12.2022 - 07.2024
Worked on transgenic plant analysis using Arabidopsis, enhancing expertise in genetic modification and molecular biology techniques.
Internship
Department of plant breeding and molecular biology, Indian Institute of Horticulture Research, India
, India
02.2021 - 08.2021
Engaged in diverse roles and activities, acquiring a comprehensive skill set for the biotech industry.
Internship
Institute of Frontier Technology, RARS Tirupati
Tirupati
12.2020 - 01.2021
Executed efficient methodologies for the cultivation and scale-up of various bio-agents.
Education
Masters - Biotechnology
West Virginia State University
Institute, WV07.2024
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Agriculture
ANGRAU University
Tirupati, India09.2020
Skills
- Technical Skills: RNA and DNA isolation, NGS Library preparation, PCR, RT-qPCR, Molecular cloning, Biochemical analysis, CRISPR-Cas technology, Protein isolation, Plant tissue culture, cell culture (Animal), Blotting techniques, Explant culture, Li-Cor
- Computer Skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, R Studio, GWAS, RNA seq Analysis, Linux, Origin software
Publications
- Prapooja Somagattu, Karthik Chinnannan, Hyndavi Yammanuru, Umesh K. Reddy, Padma Nimmakayala, Selenium dynamics in plants: Uptake, transport, toxicity, and sustainable management strategies, Science of The Total Environment, Volume949,2024,175033, ISSN0048-9697 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.175033.
- Chinnannan, Karthik, Prapooja Somagattu, Hyndavi Yammanuru, Padma Nimmakayala, Manohar Chakrabarti, and Umesh K. Reddy.2024. "Effects of Mars Global Simulant (MGS-1) on Growth and Physiology of Sweet Potato: A Space Model Plant" Plants13, no.1:55. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants13010055
- Karthik Chinnannan, Prapooja Somagattu, Hyndavi Yammanuru, Umesh K Reddy, Padma Nimmakayala, Selenium Health risk assessment of heavy metals in soil and vegetables from major agricultural sites of Ohio and West Virginia, Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, Volume57,2024,103108, ISSN1878-8181, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bcab.2024.103108.
Timeline
Research Assistant
West Virginia State University, Institute, WV
08.2024 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
West Virginia State University, Institute, WV
12.2022 - 07.2024
Internship
Department of plant breeding and molecular biology, Indian Institute of Horticulture Research, India
02.2021 - 08.2021
Internship
Institute of Frontier Technology, RARS Tirupati
12.2020 - 01.2021
Masters - Biotechnology
West Virginia State University
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Agriculture
ANGRAU University
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