Kavisha Patel

Experience

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  Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI)

  Jun 2017 - Jan 2018

  Clinical Research

  Collaborated with Sunshine NGO on pediatric brain tumor clinical trials, focusing on patient interaction, recruitment, and data management.Managed and analyzed patient data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (GCP).Worked in a multidisciplinary team with oncologists and social workers to provide holistic care for children.Presented clinical trial progress and findings to stakeholders, improving research outcomes.

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  Ahmedabad University

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2018

  Training program

  three days workshop to learn about different microscopical instruments and got hands on training on electron microscope , chromosome isolation and mapping and protein analysis through SDS -PAGE technique.

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  West Cost Pharmaceuticals Work

  May 2018 - Jul 2018

  Intern

  internship at pharmaceutical company in the area of general shift in production.where I came to know about functionality and practicality of biotech companies , how bioreactors works and antibiotics production steps.

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  Teach For India

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  School Teacher

  Worked as a school teacher for 6th-grade students at Dr. C.G. Higher Secondary School, Ahmedabad. Taught a variety of subjects including science, languages, and mathematics, as well as facilitated extracurricular activities. Focused on creating an engaging learning environment while fostering critical thinking and creativity in students. Developed strong classroom management skills, lesson planning, and the ability to tailor teaching methods to diverse learning needs

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  Ahmedabad University

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2019

  Training program

  three days workshop of 'chiasma' organise by Ahmedabad University to learn about forensics and crime solving by graphology and dactylography method and also learn about certain spectroscopy techniques .

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  Gujarat University

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2019

  Research Intern

  I learnt about cell culture techniques, cell line preservation methods , cell culture observation techniques under inverted microscope and fluorescent microscopy .In addition to that I learnt about sterilization and cell culture lab maintenance also .

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  Ahmedabad University

  Feb 2020 - Feb 2020

  Training program

  three days workshop to learn about animal cell culture and analysis the toxic effect of chemical using flow cytometer and fluorescent microscope .

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  Rapture Biotech International Pvt Ltd

  Oct 2020 - Oct 2020

  Intern

  Advanced program in cellular and molecular biology and recombinant DNA technology .learn about agarose gel electrophoresis, PCR, plasmid ligation and cloning , dna fingerprinting and blue white screening .

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  Subway

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  Cashier

  Worked part-time as a cashier at Subway on the Grand Valley State University campus while pursuing a master's degree. Responsible for handling transactions, providing customer service, maintaining inventory, and ensuring a clean, organized work environment. Gained valuable experience in time management and multitasking by balancing work and academic commitments.

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  Grand Valley State University

  May 2021 - Jul 2021

  Custodian

  Worked part-time as a custodian on campus during the summer, responsible for cleaning and maintaining dorm rooms at Grand Valley State University. Tasks included sweeping, mopping, disinfecting surfaces, and ensuring rooms were ready for new occupants. Developed skills in attention to detail, time management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment

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  Grand Valley State University

  Sept 2021 - Apr 2022

  prepare LB plates , perform bacterial transformation and DNA isolation using miniprep , perform ELISA and PCR , bacterial streaking , guide undergrad students and help them to perform experiments , setting up labs for them . assessing undergrad students in molecular biology laboratory class , prepare buffers , set up labs , prepare dilution of stock solutions and guide students about microscopy.

  • Graduate Student Assistant

    Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2021 - Dec 2021
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  Michigan State University Department of Physiology

  Jun 2022 - Jan 2024

  Research Assistant

  `~ participate in a research project to analyze bone and gut alternation via dietary supplements~ skills: cell culture, RNA extraction, RT-PCR, Micro CT scan, GraphPad prism, Tunnel assay, TRAP assay, MT cell viability assay, Gel electrophoresis, mice handling.

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  Wayne State University

  Jul 2024 - now

  Research Assistant

  ~Contributing to an NIH-funded project on human cytosolic sulfotransferase enzymes.~Expertise in hepatocyte cell culture, genomic DNA extraction, and gene expression analysis through PCR/RT-qPCR.~Specialized in cloning processes: extracted DNA from gel, cloned into vectors, transformed bacteria, and isolated DNA for sequencing to confirm gene insertions.~Managed cell cultures, created new cell banks, and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.~Completed training in Biosafety, Bloodborne Pathogens, Conflicts of Interest, Laboratory Safety, Investigator training, and Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research. Show less