Swayamshree Patra, Ph.D
Postdoctoral Associate
New Haven,CT
Summary
I am a postdoctoral researcher with over 7 years of experience working at the intersection of biology, physics, and data science. My expertise lies in mathematical and statistical modeling, which I have applied to a wide range of challenging problems in cell biology, systems biology, and ecology. I have a strong track record of collaborating with experimental teams, mentoring students, and successfully writing research grants.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Postdoctoral Associate
Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut
09.2021 - Current
- Designed microfluidic-based Single Cell FRET assays to quantify phenotypic diversity in isogenic microbial populations.
- Optimised single-cell FRET data analysis pipeline through statistical modeling, data assimilation, and machine learning techniques.
- Participated in gathering initial research data and drafting NIH grant proposals for the laboratory.
- Provided mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of physics, applied mathematics, and biology.
Graduate Student Researcher
Indian Institute Of Technology
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
07.2015 - 08.2021
- Created biophysical models for diverse cell biological systems employing stochastic processes and nonequilibrium statistical mechanics methods.
- Conducted a comprehensive literature review and published a review article on the dynamic topic of subcellular size control, tailored for an interdisciplinary audience bridging biology, physics, and mathematics.
- Received the Outstanding Thesis Award, recognizing exceptional academic achievement.
- Served as President of the Physics Society for the 2016-17 term.
Education
Ph.D. - Physics
Indian Institute of Technology
Kanpur 07.2015 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Physics
Indian Institute of Technology
Kanpur 07.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Hansraj College, Delhi University
New Delhi 07.2010 - 07.2013
Skills
Programming: Python, Fortran, C
Timeline
Postdoctoral Associate
Yale University
09.2021 - Current
Graduate Student Researcher
Indian Institute Of Technology
07.2015 - 08.2021
Ph.D. - Physics
Indian Institute of Technology
07.2015 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Physics
Indian Institute of Technology
07.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Hansraj College, Delhi University
07.2010 - 07.2013
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