Krupa Daya
Johannesburg
Summary
I am a Master's student in Molecular and Cell Biology (Bioinformatics and Comparative Genomics) at WITS University, with a strong background in molecular biology, microbiology, and computational biology. I have experience in genomic data analysis, comparative genomics, and bioinformatics pipelines, along with hands-on laboratory and computational research skills. I excel at adapting to new methodologies and technologies, enabling me to efficiently analyze complex datasets and develop insightful solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments, effectively working in multidisciplinary teams to solve complex research problems. My ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure has strengthened my problem-solving skills and attention to detail. I am passionate about data-driven research and applying computational approaches to biological challenges, with a keen interest in functional genomics, sequencing technologies, and statistical modeling. I am eager to expand my expertise and contribute to research or data analysis roles in academia, biotechnology, or the healthcare industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University of the Witwatersrand
07.2024 - Current
Writing Fellow
University of the Witwatersrand
04.2024 - Current
Volunteer
University of the Witwatersrand
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Company Overview: Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases department
- Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases department
Data Capturer
IEB
12.2021 - 12.2021
Education
MASTERS IN SCIENCE - Molecular and Cell Biology
University of The Witwatersrand
03.2024 - Current
BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (HONOURS) - Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
University of the Witwatersrand
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biological Sciences with Microbiology and Botany
University of North-West
Skills
- Time Management
- Computer Literate
- Microsoft Office
- Bioinformatics
- Problem-Solving
- Lab Skills
- Polymer Chain reactions
- DNA extractions & sequencing
- Problem Resolution
- Technical Report Writing
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Data Collection
Websites
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Gujarati
Education And Achievements
- MASTERS IN SCIENCE, Molecular and Cell Biology, current, University of the Witwatersrand.
- BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (HONOURS), Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, Evaluation of VIASURE CTX-M, TEM, SHV & mcr Real Time CE-IVD PCR Detection kit in Klebsiella pneumoniae, Graduated with 72% average., University of the Witwatersrand.
- BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, Biological Sciences with Microbiology and Botany, Graduated with 11 distinctions., 2022, Chairperson for the Faculty of Natural Science and Agriculture Student Academic Chapter, 2021, Media and Web Portfolio Head for Ad Vivendum (University Academic Student Association), 2020, Botany Class Representative, 2020, Ad Vivendum sub-committee (Faculty of Natural and Agriculture), University of North-West (Potchefstroom).
Certifications Completed Courses
- AI and Bioinformatics: Genomic Data Analysis, Taipei Medical University, 2024-10-01, This was an online course on AI, machine learning, and deep learning in bioinformatics. It covered implementing algorithms to solve bioinformatics problems, optimizing hyperparameters, and using deep learning to enhance research. I also learned data analysis, visualization for reporting results, and writing bioinformatics papers for publication, with hands-on experience in Weka for data analysis.
- Bioinformatics 201, Genomac Institute Inc., 2024-10-01, This was an online comprehensive course on DNA sequence analysis using Geneious and NCBI tools. The 10-step workflow covered retrieving sequence data in FASTA format, managing and organizing sequences, codon identification, protein translation, ORF analysis, and primer design for PCR. It also explored constructing phylogenetic trees using PATRIC's WGS data to analyze microbial species and evolutionary relationships.
- Genomic Technologies in Clinical Diagnostics: Molecular Techniques, St George's, University of London, 2024-09-01, This online postgraduate course explored how genomic technologies are used in healthcare to investigate genetic disorders. It covered various molecular genetic and cytogenetic techniques embedded in clinical settings, including PCR, Sanger sequencing, Southern blotting, and array CGH.
- Next Generation Sequencing Technologies: Principles and Applications, University Malaya, 2024-09-01, This course provided an in-depth exploration of the principles behind next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies. It covered the features of different NGS platforms, their applications, and computing requirements for NGS data analysis.
- Supercomputing and Parallel Processing, PRACE (Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Program), 2024-09-01, This course provided an in-depth understanding of supercomputing, parallel computing, and the role of computer simulations in scientific breakthroughs. It covered the architecture and programming of supercomputers, parallel processing, performance measurement, and the challenges of exascale computing.
- Train the Trainer: Design Genomics and Bioinformatics Training, Wellcome Connecting Science, United Kingdom, 2024-09-01, This course focused on adult learning and teaching principles applied to genomics and bioinformatics training. It covered best practices in learning design, facilitation, and communication, and included a peer-reviewed project for designing and evaluating a genomics training course.
- SheCodes Basics Add-on, SheCodes, 2024-07-01, This course covered advance JavaScript (ES6) for building interactive applications, integrating live AIP's to fetch real-time data, using GitHub for professional code management.
- SheCodes Basics, SheCodes, 2024-07-01, This online course covered building interactive web pages, including working with a code editor (VsCode), understanding HTML, styling with CSS, and creating basic JavaScript functions.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 17 August 2001
- Gender: Female
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University of the Witwatersrand
07.2024 - Current
Writing Fellow
University of the Witwatersrand
04.2024 - Current
MASTERS IN SCIENCE - Molecular and Cell Biology
University of The Witwatersrand
03.2024 - Current
Volunteer
University of the Witwatersrand
02.2024 - 03.2024
Data Capturer
IEB
12.2021 - 12.2021
BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (HONOURS) - Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
University of the Witwatersrand
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biological Sciences with Microbiology and Botany
University of North-West
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