PhD Scholar at Molecular Medicine, Jamia Hamdard, India
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Professional Profiles:
Education:
Mr. Rahul Sharma is a dedicated researcher with expertise in molecular medicine and biotechnology. In 2023, he submitted his Ph.D. thesis in Molecular Medicine at Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi. His research focused on drug repurposing approaches against methyltransferases of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and alternative therapeutics, under the supervision of Dr. Sonam Grover. Prior to his Ph.D., Mr. Sharma completed his MS in Biotechnology at Jamia Hamdard in 2017. His master’s thesis titled “Molecular characterization and phylogenetic analysis of Rotavirus A, G9 with different P-type combinations including Rotavac vaccine strain G9P[11], 116E” was conducted under the guidance of Professor Pratima Ray. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of molecular medicine and biotechnology. Mr. Rahul Sharma is a researcher specializing in molecular medicine and biotechnology. In 2023, he completed his Ph.D. in Molecular Medicine at Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, where he focused on drug repurposing approaches against methyltransferases of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and alternative therapeutics. This significant research was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Sonam Grover. Prior to his Ph.D., Mr. Sharma earned his MS in Biotechnology from Jamia Hamdard in 2017. His master’s thesis, supervised by Professor Pratima Ray, was titled “Molecular characterization and phylogenetic analysis of Rotavirus A, G9 with different P-type combinations including Rotavac vaccine strain G9P[11], 116E.” Mr. Sharma’s academic journey showcases his dedication to advancing the field of molecular medicine and biotechnology through rigorous research.
Experience:
In his primary research work, Mr. Rahul Sharma conducted screenings of FDA-approved drugs using computational and biophysical methods against essential enzymes of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Selected compounds from this screening were then tested for their inhibitory potential on the virulent strain Mtb-H37Rv under both in-vitro and ex-vivo conditions. In his secondary research work, Mr. Sharma focused on immunoinformatics to design a vaccine construct aimed at preventing and treating Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections. This vaccine construct was designed based on the analysis of secretory exosomes antigens of the pathogen, with the goal of developing a preventive therapeutic approach against tuberculosis.
Area of Specialization:
- Molecular Cloning
- Recombinant protein production
- Fluorescence spectroscopy
- High-throughput ligand and buffer screening
- Protein-ligand interaction thermodynamics
- Protein folding and unfolding
- Molecular dynamic simulations
- Computational Structure-based drug design
- Molecular mechanical calculations
- Peptide-based vaccine design
Technical skills:
Mr. Rahul Sharma demonstrates proficiency in a variety of technical skills relevant to his research in molecular medicine and biotechnology:
- Operating Systems: He is experienced in working with UNIX (Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems, showcasing adaptability across different platforms.
- Programming Languages: He has a foundational understanding of Bash and Python programming languages, which are commonly used in bioinformatics and computational biology.
- Molecular Dynamics: Mr. Sharma has expertise in using GROMACS for simulating protein-ligand and protein-protein interactions, as well as DESMOND for molecular dynamics simulations.
- Docking Software: He is skilled in using GLIDE and VINA for molecular docking studies, a crucial aspect of drug discovery and development.
- Purification Techniques: Mr. Sharma is proficient in the use of Nickel-NTA His-tag affinity chromatography for protein purification, a key step in obtaining high-quality protein samples.
Awards:
Mr. Rahul Sharma has received prestigious accolades and awards that underscore his exceptional contributions and achievements in the field of biotechnology and molecular medicine:
- 2020 Senior Research Fellowship (SRF), Department of Biotechnology, Government of India: Recognition of his advanced research capabilities and significant contributions to the field, awarded by the esteemed Department of Biotechnology, Government of India.
- 2018 Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Department of Biotechnology, Government of India: Acknowledgment of his research potential and early accomplishments in the field, awarded by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India.
- 2018 Award for Assistant Professorship, Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), Government of India: Recognition of his potential for an academic career and teaching excellence, awarded by the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), Government of India.