Harshini Balaga
Research and Development Specialist @Johns Hopkins Medicine
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WORK HISTORY
Research and Development Specialist @Johns Hopkins Medicine
US
Department of Medicine - Rheumatology Conduct plasma/serum separations, PBMC isolations from whole blood, RNA extraction (ultracentrifugation and Ficoll), and DNA extraction and purity check by nanodrop for Lyme disease samples, detection of IF metabolism in lyme patients RNA samples, Gene Coding Analysis.Performing Confocal microscopy and hemocytometer for cell distribution to pBMC and RNA.Complete charge for biorepository and inventory operations for efficient sample Collection and storage. Handle processing and analyzing of psilocybin, T4, and synovial fluid, Protease inhibitor samples, whole blood samples For SLICE studies.Managing and complete maintenance of -80°C-20°C, and -140°C (liquid nitrogen) freezers for optimal sample storage, cDNA preparations.Oversee sample collection, distribution, shipments, and perform Western blot analysis to see complement activation for Lyme disease studies.Coordinate acquisition, transportation, and secure storage of open specimens, with accurate data collection and documentation in open specimens.Track inventory, ensure GCP/ICH compliance, and collaborate with teams to support biorepository growth, qPCR analysis.Ordering and tracking lab supplies and all the other required materials.
ABOUT HARSHINI BALAGA
Research Assistant, Department of Biomedical Engineering, IIT.
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