Tejeshwar Rao
Houston,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with proven knowledge and experience in advanced fluorescence microscopy, super-resolution imaging, data quantification, and cell-based assay development. I am leveraging my abilities to successfully fill the Assistant Director, Imaging Core role at the University of Houston and work with the fantastic team at the College of Pharmacy to provide technical support to all microscopy core users. I am adept in developing and implementing imaging strategies tailored to research needs, managing user issues, and driving core user satisfaction. I regularly identify and resolve service issues, streamline processes, and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director, Imaging Core
University Of Houston: College Of Pharmacy
11.2023 - Current
- Train and assist core users with image acquisition, analysis, and experimental execution goals when using high-resolution microscope systems.
- Perform maintenance and weekly QC testing of microscopic systems and coordinate repairs with vendors.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and image analysis pipelines for all core imaging systems.
- Generate and analyze high-quality imaging data for publications, grants, and presentations.
Scientist
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed and applied innovative fluorescence microscopy and mechanobiology approaches to elucidate GFR-integrin crosstalk-dependent changes regulating cancer development and progression within cells
- Provided technical guidance on project objectives, microscope handling, and training to junior scientists
- Analyzed data using image analysis software including Fiji (ImageJ) and Nikon Elements
- Published manuscripts and authored grant proposals relating to cancer biology projects
Teaching Assistant (Quantitative Imaging)
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with instructors to develop innovative approaches to train workshop attendees
- Integrated technology into instructional activities to enhance student engagement
- Organized and led hands-on training sessions for advanced microscopy techniques and sample preparation
Postdoctoral Researcher
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
04.2017 - 10.2021
- Imaged the cellular dynamics and forces generated during cell adhesion and cancer development
- Mentored junior members of the team regarding best practices for experimentation and handling equipment
- Authored numerous manuscripts and presented findings at conferences
- Conducted lectures, workshops, and seminars while co-instructing the course 'Applications of Microscopy'
Postdoctoral Researcher
University Of Michigan
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Employed high-resolution imaging modalities (TIRF, confocal, STORM) and electrophysiological methods to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying vesicle trafficking, membrane fusion, and synaptic transmission
- Authored numerous manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and presented findings at conferences
- Developed expertise in data analysis, and interpretation and designed image analysis pipelines
Graduate Research Fellow/ Teaching Assistant
Wayne State University
08.2011 - 06.2016
- Studied the role of secretory granule heterogeneity in Ca2+-triggered exocytosis
- Authored scientific papers and presented findings at national and international conferences
- Collaborated with faculty to develop and teach course materials and activities
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for a variety of learning styles
Education
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI06.2016
Master of Science (Honors) - Biotechnology
Institute of Science, University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India06.2010
Bachelor of Science (Honors) - Biotechnology
K. C. College, University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India06.2008
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Research And Publication
- Advanced Microscopy Techniques
- Data Analysis And Management
- Microsoft And Adobe Applications
- Image And Statistical Analysis Software
- Assay Technologies
Certification
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fellow - UAB Bill L. Harbert Institute
- Quantitative Imaging: From Acquisition to Analysis at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories
- Peer Review Certification from Elsevier, Publons
Awards
- 2024 BBA Molecular Cell Research Rising Star
- 2023 BBA Cover Image Competition Winner
- 2022 O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center Research Retreat
- 2022 ATCC Innovation Challenge
- 2021 Bioimaging North America Fall Image Contest
- 2021, 2020 Lumencor Earth Day Imaging Contest
- 2021, 2020 Focal Plane Image Competition
- 2021, 2020 ATCC Excellence Photograph Award
- 2020 Proteintech Best Postdoc Mentor
- 2020 Biophysical Society's Annual Art of Science Image Contest
Publications
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR) as a target for imaging differentiated thyroid cancer. Gimblet G.R., Whitt J, Houson, H.A., Lin D., Guenter R., Rao T. C., Wang D., Ness J., Gonzalez M. L., Murphy M. S., Gillis A., Chen H., Copland J. A., Kenderian S. S., Lloyd R. V., Szkudlinski M. W., Lappi S. E., Kaskula-Sztul R., Surgery., 37919223, 2024
- Sialylation of EGFR by ST6GAL1 induces receptor activation and modulates trafficking dynamics. Ankenbauer K. E., Rao T. C., Mattheyses A. L., Bellis S. L., J Biol Chem, 37660914, 2023
- A role for JAK2 in mediating cell surface GHR-PRLR interaction. Chen C., Jiang J., Rao T. C., Marquez Lago T. T., Frank S. J., Leier A., eLife, 2023
- Tension gauge tether probes for quantifying growth factor mediated integrin mechanics and adhesion, Rao T. C., and Mattheyses A. L., J. Vis. Exp., 35225264, 2022
- ST6Gal-I mediated sialylation of EGFR modulates cell mechanics and invasion. Rao T. C., Beggs R. R., Ankenbauer K. E., Hwang J., Ma V. PY., Salaita K., Bellis S. L., and Mattheyses A. L., J Biol Chem, 35157848, 2022
- Imaging vesicle formation dynamics supports the flexible model of clathrin-mediated endocytosis. Nawara T.J., Williams Y.D., Rao T. C., Hu Y., Sztul E., Salaita K., and Mattheyses A. L., Nat Commun, 35365614, 2022
- Live-Cell Total Internal Reflection Fluorescence (TIRF) Microscopy to investigate protein internalization dynamics. Rao T. C., Nawara T. J., and Mattheyses A. L., Methods Mol Biol, 35147934, 2022
- Dynamic architectural changes in desmosome assembly and maturation. Beggs R.R., Rao T. C., Fletcher W.D., Kowalczyk A. P., and Mattheyses A. L., Tissue Barriers, 34983311, 2022
- Holy Basil administration diminishes the NF-kB expression and Protects Alveolar Epithelial Cells from Pneumonia Infection through Interferon Gamma. Suresh A., Rao T. C., Solanki S., Sumramanian C., Madathilparambil V Suresh., Bindu Menon., Krishnan Raghavendran., Phytotherapy Res, 35233841, 2022
- EGFR activation attenuates the mechanical threshold for integrin tension and focal adhesion formation. Rao T. C., Ma V. PY., Blanchard A., Urner T. M., Grandhi S., Salaita K., and Mattheyses A. L., Journal of Cell Science, 32546532, 2020
- Protein exchange regulates calcium independence of epithelial junctions. Bartle E. I., Rao T. C., Beggs R. R., Dean W. F., Urner T. M., Kowalczyk A. P., and Mattheyses A. L., J Cell Biol, 32399559, 2020
- Full List of Publications: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=dUyueh0AAAAJ&hl=en
References
- ALEXA MATTHEYSES, Associate Professor, Mentor, mattheyses@uab.edu
- REENA BEGGS, Clinical Research Associate, Colleague, reena.beggs@iqvia.com
- JENNIFER WATERS, Director, Nikon Imaging Center, Professional Mentor, jennifer_waters@hms.harvard.edu
Timeline
Assistant Director, Imaging Core
University Of Houston: College Of Pharmacy
11.2023 - Current
Scientist
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
11.2021 - 10.2023
Teaching Assistant (Quantitative Imaging)
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories
04.2019 - 04.2022
Postdoctoral Researcher
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
04.2017 - 10.2021
Postdoctoral Researcher
University Of Michigan
07.2016 - 03.2017
Graduate Research Fellow/ Teaching Assistant
Wayne State University
08.2011 - 06.2016
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
Wayne State University
Master of Science (Honors) - Biotechnology
Institute of Science, University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Science (Honors) - Biotechnology
K. C. College, University of Mumbai
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