Akhila M
M.Sc. Microbiology graduate with hands-on research and laboratory experience
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M.Sc. Microbiology graduate with hands-on research and laboratory experience, including microbial isolation, culture maintenance, aseptic techniques, biochemical characterization, DNA isolation and PCR-based analysis. Trained in HACCP, ISO 22000:2018 Internal Auditing, GMP/GHP and food safety practices, with experience in laboratory documentation, data collection and reporting. Seeking entry-level opportunities in microbiology, quality control, food safety or laboratory operations.
Experience
Final-Year M.Sc. Research Project - Forest Microbiology - Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI)
- Isolated and characterized plant growth-promoting and antagonistic soil microbes from samples collected at Pechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary using standard microbiological methods.
- Prepared culture media and performed serial dilution, plating, microbial isolation, culture maintenance and Gram staining using aseptic technique.
- Conducted biochemical characterization, DNA isolation and PCR-based molecular analysis, generating accurate and reproducible results.
- Maintained cultures and documented laboratory procedures, raw data and findings in accordance with SOPs to support review and traceability.
- Assisted with experimental design, data collection, interpretation and preparation of test reports within project timelines.
Final-Year B.Sc. Project - University of Kerala
Conducted a research project on physicochemical parameters and fish diversity of Vembanad Lake, including sample collection and water quality analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology - MES College, Marampally (2024-07 - 2026)
Bachelor of Science - Zoology - St. Michael's College, Cherthala (2021-06 - 2024-05)
