Somak

About Somak

As a bioinformatics and biotechnology specialist with over a decade of experience, I thrive at the intersection of science, data, and innovation. From reconstructing ancient Neanderthal microbiomes to spearheading next-gen sequencing (NGS) workflows, my journey has been defined by high-impact research published in Science and Nature. With expertise in microbiome analysis, precision medicine, and bioinformatics pipelines, I’ve led multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that advance genomics and drive real-world applications in healthcare and ecology. Key Achievements: • Co-awardee of the PNAS Cozzarelli Prize and Medac Research Award for groundbreaking work in metagenomics and microbial ecology. • Successfully developed ISO-compliant sequencing workflows and contributed to over 100+ client projects globally. • Delivered scalable bioinformatics pipelines on AWS and on-premise infrastructures, enabling streamlined data analysis for diverse stakeholders. Future Vision: My goal is to push the boundaries of bioinformatics, bridging genomic insights with therapeutic innovations to tackle the challenges of sustainable healthcare and microbial ecology. I’m passionate about collaborating with forward-thinking teams to shape the next wave of discoveries in biotechnology. Let\'s Connect: LinkedIn or email Google Scholar : & hl=en

Experience

1. Senior Scientist (Genomics)

   Skan Medical Research Trust

   Nov 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   My focus at SKAN will be on developing the next big thing in microbiome based solutions targeting aging and neurological disorders.

Education

• University of Mumbai

  Master's degree

  2004 — 2009

• Friedrich Schiller University Jena

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

  2014 — 2021

Skills

• Research
• Pcr
• Science Communication
• Time Management
• Elisa
• Critical Thinking
• Life Sciences
• Molecular Biology
• Gut Microbiota
• Biotechnology
• Data Analysis
• Genome Sequencing and Analyses
• Science
• Microsoft Excel
• Scientific Presentation
• Protein Purification
• Cell Culture
• Proofreading
• Organization Skills
• Statistics
• R Software
• Scientific Writing
• Multivariate Statistics
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management
• Biochemistry
• Due Diligence
• Polymerase Chain Reaction (Pcr)
• Strategic Planning
• Next Generation Sequencing
• English
• Editing
• Data Visualization
• Easily Adaptable
• Team Management
• Microbial Ecology
• Fermentation Technology
• Bioinformatics
• Microbiology