Data Analysis North Carolina

Kiran Mumtaz Ali LinkedIn Google Scholar

Raleigh, NC 984-***-**** ********@****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

PhD candidate in Fiber & Polymer Science with 5+ years of experience in stem cell culture, cardiac tissue engineering, and biomaterials development. Expertise in iPSC-derived cardiomyocyte differentiation, electrospinning, scaffold characterization, cell-based in vitro assays, and genetic characterization. Strong record of publications, mentoring, and international presentations. Actively seeking R&D scientist or postdoctoral roles in regenerative medicine, biomaterials, or cell-based therapy. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Cellular Techniques: iPSC-CM differentiation, primary & immortalized cell culture, ICC/IF, Live/Dead assays, metabolic assays

Molecular Biology: RT-qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, spectrophotometry, protein quantification, ELISA Biomaterials & Characterization: Electrospinning, hydrogels, SEM, scaffold fabrication, proteomics (mass spectrometry)

Software: Python (basic), ImageJ, GraphPad Prism, JMP, Microsoft Office Suite Regulatory Knowledge: Familiar with FDA medical device pathways and quality control protocols EDUCATION

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC: PhD in Fiber & Polymer Science (Expected Aug 2025) Advisor: Dr. Jessica M. Gluck

Dissertation: Chamber-specific cardiac tissue engineering using electrospun, decellularized myocardial ECM scaffolds

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC: MS in Textile Engineering (2020) NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, Pakistan: BE in Textile Engineering (2018) RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

NC State University: Graduate Research Assistant (2020–Present)

- Designed and optimized protocols for various techniques, including decellularization, electrospinning, hydrogels, metabolic assays, IFF/ICC, IHC, genetic testing and analysis, live cell-stains and analysis, leading to multiple publications.

- Developed cardiac and limbal differentiation protocols from hiPSCs and analyzed outcomes using ICC/IFF, RTqPCR for grant proposals and publications.

- Led collaborative projects resulting in 5 publications and 9 international conference presentations as first author

- Mentored 15+ trainees, including undergraduates, MS, and visiting scholars

- Awarded CMI Young Scholar Award (2022, 2023) and AATCC Research Support Grant (2023), resulting in funding for undergraduate hiring and project supplies. TEACHING EXPERIENCE

NC State University: Graduate Teaching Assistant/Instructor (2021–Present)

- Supported instruction in 7 courses, including Cell Culture Techniques, Histology, and Microscopy

- Delivered guest lectures and managed laboratory grading for over 100 students INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Freudenberg Performance Materials, Durham, NC: Marketing Intern, Global Healthcare Division (2020)

- Conducted quality testing and supported marketing initiatives in the healthcare textile segment, which resulted in fewer customer complaints and less material rejection from customers. Artistic Milliners, TD Fiber, GulAhmed, AlKaram (Pakistan & NC): Management Trainee & Internships (2015– 2020)

- Roles included QA data analysis, process optimization, and sustainability in textile operations. SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

1. Ali KM et al. In vitro Biocompatibility and Degradation of Mass-Produced Collagen Fibers. Polymers, 2022. 2. McGarry K, Ali KM et al. Cellular adhesion on natural vs. synthetic fibrous scaffolds. Biomimetics, 2023. 3. Suh TC, Ali KM et al. Electrospun CNT-based scaffolds for tissue engineering. ACS Omega, 2022. 4. Hoque MA, Ali KM et al. 3D Pneumatic Fiber Robot Scaffold for Dynamic Culture. Biomimetics, 2023. 5. Wang Z, Ali KM et al. Standardized Antiviral Testing on Treated Textiles. Textile Research Journal, 2023. AWARDS & HONORS

- Comparative Medicine Institute Young Scholar Award (2022, 2023)

- AATCC Foundation Student Research Support Grant (2023)

- Functional Tissue Engineering Scholar – Comparative Medicine Institute (2024) PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

- Society for Biomaterials (SFB)

- American Heart Association (AHA)

- American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC)

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