Vasthala U

Motivated Marine Science postgraduate with hands-on experience in microbiology, fish quality analysis, biodiesel extraction, and marine environmental studies. Seeking opportunities in marine research, biotechnology, food quality analysis, or environmental monitoring to apply laboratory and field-based skills effectively.

Research Intern - National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM) - Chennai

(2025-06 - 2025-07)

• Worked on biodiesel extraction from mangroves, salt marsh plants, and microalgae.
• Performed solvent extraction and basic GC-MS analysis.
• Conducted fuel quality assessment studies.

Marine Research Intern - Zoo Outreach Organisation

(2025-04 - 2025-06)

• Studied shark and bycatch landing data from Thengapattanam and Colachel fish landing sites.
• Assisted in field data collection and species documentation.

SSLC - State Board of School Examinations, Tamil Nadu (2019)

Higher Secondary - State Board of School Examinations, Tamil Nadu (2021)

B.Sc. - Marine Science - Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli (2024)

M.Sc. - Marine Science - Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli (2026)