Swapnaa Balaji

About Swapnaa Balaji

Professional Background: I specialize in immunology, analytical chemistry, and cancer drug discovery. During my MS thesis research, I utilized LC-MS/MS to study serum metabolomic changes in type 1 diabetic mice, which provided valuable insights into the disease. For my PhD dissertation, I focused on discovering a novel quinoline derivative for targeted prostate cancer treatment. This novel compound targets multiple onco-epigenetic proteins, resulting in cancer cell death. Strengths: Colleagues recognize me for my ability to stay calm and composed in the face of ambiguity. I remain unfazed by uncertainties and excel at making sound decisions under pressure. Passionate about: I have a love for generating ideas in the field of biomedical research, earning me the nickname \"the idea machine\" from my PhD mentor. I thoroughly enjoy the process of ideation and problem-solving, consistently providing innovative solutions to address challenges in the field. Having the right attitude is key to success, and it\'s a principle I live by. During my time in grad school, I learned the importance of adapting my attitude to different situations, which is a crucial quality. My anchoring philosophy, stoicism helps me embrace change and uncertainties, allowing me to thrive in any situation.

Experience

1. Account Manager

   Novogene America

   Dec 2023 — Present

Education

• The University of Toledo

  Master of Science - MS, Medicinal and Biological Chemistry

  2017 — 2019

• The University of Toledo

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Experimental Therapeutics and Pharmacology

  2019 — 2023