PratikKumar Kesale
Monmouth Junction,NJ
Summary
Dynamic research intern with proven skills in laboratory techniques and data analysis. Demonstrates strong interpersonal abilities and a compassionate approach while collaborating with diverse populations. Committed to ensuring participant safety and data integrity, while consistently striving for high-quality outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Intern
Tammy Chung
10.2025 - Current
- Shadowed and conducted research with staff during home and office visits, following study procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted with urine and saliva sample collection, participant instructions, and proper documentation.
- Assisted with spirometry testing, ensuring proper technique and accurate data recording.
- Coordinated home-visit logistics, including scheduling, materials preparation, and post-visit documentation.
- Conducted literature reviews and assisted with data collection and analysis for ongoing research projects.
- Collaborated with research staff on study methodology, participant engagement, and visit efficiency.
Undergraduate Research Intern
Nicholas Bello
07.2026 - Current
- Handled mice and performed perfusion to facilitate experimental procedures.
- Performed Western blotting procedures to support protein detection and validation.
- Prepared mouse brain tissue sections through cryostat slicing.
- Carried out c-Fos immunohistochemistry to detect and quantify c-Fos protein.
- Collected and analyzed data using statistical software to support research objectives.
Clinical Shadower
Kendall Park Primary Healthcare
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Documented patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms to support accurate diagnoses and visit documentation.
- Observed EKGs, laboratory tests, and imaging studies to build practical familiarity with diagnostic workflows.
- Listened actively to patient concerns and answered questions with empathy to strengthen communication during visits.
- Gained exposure to busy clinic operations through extensive shadowing hours alongside medical professionals.
- Reinforced patient interview skills by evaluating histories, complaints, and current symptoms before clinical review.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology & Neuroscience
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, NJSkills
- Research collaboration
- Mouse handling techniques
- Statistical analysis
- Software applications
- Time management
- Mouse handling techniques
Accomplishments
Participated in the Rutgers Addiction Research Center Fall Symposium where I presented my work on the effects of Mitragynine and Ethanol on the breathing rate and Minute Ventilation on Male Mice
Certification
CPR Certified
Experience
- Kumon | South Brunswick Terrace, NJ
- Grader/Teaching Assistant | 09/2019 - 02/2020
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Worked with other students and advised and helped them with any reading/writing or math difficulties. Graded tests and quizzes, as well as homework.
Community Service & Volunteer Work
Durga Temple, Volunteer, South Brunswick Terrace, NJ, 2021-05, 2022-07, Assisted with special events and programs., Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs., Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services., Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Intern
Nicholas Bello
07.2026 - Current
Research Intern
Tammy Chung
10.2025 - Current
Clinical Shadower
Kendall Park Primary Healthcare
04.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology & Neuroscience
Rutgers University