Avni Shah

Research Associate Ii @BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

San Rafael, CA, US

I bring hands-on expertise in tissue processing, imaging, and molecular analysis—particularly in primate and rodent brain tissues. I’ve helped develop multi-omic workflows to assess drug biodistribution and pharmacodynamics, and I regularly collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline lab operations and data interpretation.In my role, I apply a wide range of histological techniques—including spatial multi-omics, single molecule fluorescent in situ hybridization (smFISH), immunohistochemistry, and standard histology—to generate high-quality data from neural tissue. Beyond the bench, I specialize in the quantification and analysis of histology and pathology datasets, translating complex image data into meaningful biological insights that support therapeutic programs targeting rare neurobiological diseases.I also take pride in mentoring graduate students and interns, helping them build technical skills and scientific confidence while contributing to our team’s research goals. My work is grounded in a commitment to scientific rigor, continuous learning, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive research environment.

University of California, Davis

Bachelor of Science - BS, Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior