Somak
Senior Scientist (Genomics) @Skan Medical Research Trust
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Scientist (Genomics) @Skan Medical Research Trust
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
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
SKILLS
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
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