Minal. Dakhave
Independent Consultant | Product Development • Regulatory • Quality • Commercialization | Molecular Diagnostics & Medical Affairs | CPPM – IIM Indore
- Role
- Academic Editor at PLOS
- Location
- Pune Division, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Minal. Dakhave
I am a healthcare and diagnostics leader with over 15 years of experience in molecular diagnostics, innovation management, and strategic program leadership.Across my career, I have driven the end-to-end development and commercialization of more than 75 diagnostic products, building high-performing cross-functional teams and delivering impactful healthcare solutions at scale. My work spans landmark contributions such as India’s first COVID-19 RT-PCR test, Asia’s first NAT test for blood screening, and advanced molecular diagnostics for tuberculosis (RIF/INH) and HPV.I bring a unique combination of scientific depth, operational excellence, and strategic leadership—aligning R&D, regulatory pathways, and business objectives to accelerate innovation and healthcare impact. My work has been recognized through a Padma Award nomination, Rising Star of the Year, and Best Researcher 2023, and I hold five patents in the diagnostics domain.In addition to my industry leadership, I contribute to the scientific ecosystem as an Academic Editor, supporting peer-reviewed research and advancing high-quality scientific publications.I thrive at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution, with a strong passion for building scalable, purpose-driven solutions that transform healthcare delivery. Core strengths• Leading multidisciplinary innovation teams• Driving diagnostics from concept to commercialization• Strategic planning, regulatory navigation, and program leadership• Translating scientific innovation into real-world healthcare impactI am currently open to senior leadership roles in diagnostics, innovation strategy, and medical technology, where I can contribute to science-led growth and global health advancement.
Experience
Academic Editor
Jul 2025 — Present
Acted as an academic editor and reviewer, enhancing the quality of articles across various subjects. • Focused on infectious diseases, maternal health, and public health etc to ensure comprehensive coverage. • Collaborated with authors to refine submissions, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
Education
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Biotechnology
2004 — 2007
ICMR-National Institute of Virology
M Sc Virology, Virology
2007 — 2009
California Public university
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD honoris causa, Virology
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