Ryan Savai
BSc Biotechnology Student | Kenyatta University
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About
Motivated second-year Biotechnology undergraduate at Kenyatta University with a strong grounding in microbial science, biochemistry, and life-science laboratory practices. Eager to apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges in livestock health and agricultural research at ILRI. Committed to contributing to food security and poverty reduction in developing countries through evidence-based science.
Experience
Biotechnology & Microbiology Laboratory Practicals at Kenyatta University — Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology & Biotechnology (2024-01 – Present)
- Conducted a practical on bacterial inoculation: plating, streaking, and aseptic transfer techniques.
- Prepared and submitted formatted laboratory reports following institutional templates.
- Studied microbial growth patterns and applied safety protocols in a BSL-1 laboratory environment.
Self-Directed Academic Research at Independent (2024-01 – Present)
- Conducted in-depth revision on liver pathophysiology, bilirubin metabolism, jaundice classifications, and H. pylori diagnostics for SBC 292 examinations.
- Studied enzyme kinetics and regulatory mechanisms including cooperative binding (MWC model), bisubstrate reactions, and zymogen activation cascades.
- Explored quantum biology topics including laser-tissue interaction and avian magnetoreception.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology – Kenyatta University (2024-01)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics – Mang'u High School (2020-01 – 2023-12)
