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GAZI AMENA NOOR SHAMITA

www.linkedin.com/in/gazishamita/ 646-***-**** adu8wr@r.postjobfree.com EDUCATION

Master of Science in Regenerative Medicine and Entrepreneurship 08/2021- 01/2023 School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Biotechnology 01/2017- 12/2020 College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

• Minor in Chemistry

o Emphasis on Analytical Chemistry and Biochemistry

• Dean’s list Spring 2018, Fall 2021

RELEVANT SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Area of Expertise

• 2 years of biochemical and synthetic chemical drug development

• Comprehensive understanding of drug development from pre-clinical studies to regulatory approval

• Solid knowledge of GMP operations, environmental monitoring, CAPA and contract research/manufacturing Laboratory Skills

• Proficient in: Media preparation, isolating bacteria, gram staining, acid-fast staining, wet mounts preparation, preparing dilutions, red blood cell lysis (T cells, B cells, Myeloid cells)

• Experienced in the administration of drugs by injection (gavage, IP, IV, sub-cutaneous), animal handling

• Molecular and Cell-based methodologies: SDS Page, Immunostaining Bradford Assay, Affinity Chromatography Western & Southern blotting, Sanger sequencing, and analyzing data on Spectrophotometer, Nanodrop-spectrophotometry, magnetic bead separation, CBC cellularity count, fluorescent microscopy Quantitative Analysis

• Trained to perform aseptic technique, general bacterial identification tests such as oxidative, gram staining, acid-fast staining, and catalase tests.

• Titration, Gravimetric analysis, Instrumental: molecular and atomic spectroscopy, Gas chromatography, Chromatography, Electroplating, Flow cytometry, Nanodrop Spectrophotometry,, Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry, Titration, Galvanization, HPLC, HPLC, FTIR, US/VIS, Gas Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, Data Analysis

• Formulate statistical and graphical information using Minitab Software, FlowJo, PRISM8, Microsoft Excel

• Sequence DNA, RNA, and Protein in BLAST

• Proficient in primer design for q-PCR using ThermoFisher Scientific -Gene Map and PrimerBlast

• Language: Python

• Database: SQL

Coursework

• Case Western Reserve University: Foundations in Regenerative Medicine - Stem Cell Biology, Innovative Biotechnology Development and Commercialization SBIR I/II Grant writing- Management, Commercialization and Intellectual Property Management, Nanomedicine, Cell-Molecular Biology-Foundations in disease- FDA regulations- Environmental monitoring, Regulatory affairs

• Missouri State University: Human Genetics, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Cancer biology, Development biology, Pathologic Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biostatistics PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Graduate Research Assistant 03/2022- 08/2022

Desai lab, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH

• Led research on the use of 15- Hydroxy-prostaglandin dehydrogenase inhibition on hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) aging at Desai lab, resulting in the award of ENGAGE scholar award from National Center of Regenerative Medicine securing funding for the project

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• Contributed to the development of novel therapeutic approach for novel therapeutic approach for HSC aging using hematopoietic based therapy and presented findings at Case Comprehensive Cancer center and Cleveland Clinic for Regenerative medicine conference

• Gained expertise in sample preparation and analyzing in-vitro tissues for molecular cell-based methodologies by HSC culture and manipulation, Flow cytometry, Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR), organ harvest of 60-week-old mice models.

Undergraduate Research Assistant 04/2019 – 05/2021 Udan lab, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

• Assisted with the maintenance and culture of cell lines and primary cells used in cardiovascular development research.

• Perform basic laboratory techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, ELISA (Luminex/MSD), cDNA synthesis, qPCR, and design standard operating procedures (SOP)

• Assisted with animal surgeries and post-operative care and obtained tissue samples for downstream analysis.

• Record and maintain accurate research documentation and perform initial analyses to identify non-conforming data points and/or interpret outcomes.

o Data analysis software: Microsoft Excel, LabTracks, Minitab o Primer design

Medical Intern – Quality Assurance 07/2016- 10/2016 Apollo Hospitals, Dhaka, Bangladesh

• Assisted in the development of quality metrics and reporting systems.

• Conducted chart audits and data collection to measure and track the quality of care provided. LEADERSHIP ROLES

Vice President 08/2022 – Present

Steiner House Cooperative, Cleveland, OH

• Facilitate communication and collaboration among Steiner House members: organizing monthly meetings, facilitating discussions, and promoting a sense of shared ownership among community members

• Representing the Steiner House to external groups: by serving as a liaison between the community and other campus organizations, or communicating the community's concerns and priorities to board members and managing social media (Instagram, Facebook, Campus Student group organization)

• Increase community engagement and participation by 60% through monthly events and activities that foster a positive atmosphere among Steiner House members.

• Providing support and resources to Steiner House members: offering training or assistance to help community members develop new skills or connecting them with resources and services that can help them achieve their goals. Residential Advisor 08/2018-12/2020

Sunvilla Apartment, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

• Planned and implemented educational and social programs for residents

• Mediated conflicts and enforcing residence hall policies

• Provided support and resources for residents, including academic and personal counseling

• Being on call and responding to emergencies in the residence hall

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