Harshika Singh

Experience

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  Internshala

  May 2021 - Mar 2022

  social media marketing with Aashman foundation

  • General Manager Marketing

    Nov 2021 - Mar 2022

  • Manager of Marketing

    Jul 2021 - Nov 2021

  • Social Media Marketing Intern

    May 2021 - Nov 2021
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  Muskurahat Foundation

  May 2021 - Jun 2021

  Fundraising Intern

  fundraising and completion of crowdfunding course

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  International MUN

  Jun 2021 - Jul 2021

  • Delegate of Brunei Darussalam - SOCHUM

    Jul 2021 - Jul 2021

  • Delegate of Pakistan - UNICEF

    Jul 2021 - Jul 2021

  • Campus Ambassador

    Jun 2021 - Jul 2021
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  United Nations

  Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

  • Conducted a comprehensive literature review on autism and ethnicity, with a focus on how these factors intersect within the BAME community• Collected surveys and analysed data using JULIA on the prevalence of autism within different ethnic groups, as well as the experiences and challenges faced by BAME individuals and families affected by autism• Proofread and assisted with the dissertation writing and publication of the book

  • Student Researcher

    Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

  • UN volunteer

    Jun 2021 - Sept 2021
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  Techfest, IIT Bombay

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

  Campus Ambassador
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  How I Got The Job

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

  Ghostwriting

  Ghostwriting articles for the website

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  Republic World

  Jul 2021 - Aug 2021

  News Writer

  • Authored detailed articles covering the Phase III clinical trials of Molnupiravir, providing insights into trial methodology, results, and implications for COVID-19 treatment• Conducted investigative reporting on the Zika virus outbreak in Kerala, delivering updates on its origin, transmission, public health response, and local impact• Analysed trial data and epidemiological information related to the Zika virus outbreak, translating complex findings into accessible news articles• Collaborated with public health officials to gather accurate information and maintain the credibility of news reports during a health crisis Show less

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  Asia University (TW)

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

  Exchange Student
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  SRM University

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  Title- Cannabis a possible cure for infection inflammation and improved immunity: A review investigative project – Dr Prasanth Bhatt• Explored changes in gene expression patterns related to immune responses in the presence of cannabis• Employed immunological techniques, including ELISA and PCR, to assess immune cell behaviour and gene expression profiles• Conducted controlled experiments to evaluate the effects of cannabis on immune cell function• Revealed significant alterations in immune cell responses and gene expression patterns induced by cannabis• Shared research outcomes and implications at an academic symposium, contributing to the scientific discourse on cannabis and virus immunology Show less

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  University of Glasgow, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences

  Oct 2022 - Sept 2023

  Demonstrator

  • Mentored undergrad students during scientific communication lectures, assisting them in creating impactful poster presentations to effectively convey complex research findings• Played a pivotal role in guiding students through microbiological disease outbreak investigatory experiments, fostering their problem-solving skills in a practical laboratory setting• Facilitated hands-on learning experiences that emphasized the practical application of epidemiology principles and the intricacies of disease transmission• Actively contributed to the academic development of students by offering valuable guidance, encouraging critical thinking, and nurturing their research skills Show less

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  British Red Cross

  Nov 2022 - Jul 2023

  On-Campus HealthCare Volunteer
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  Glasgow University Students' Representative Council

  Nov 2022 - Jul 2023

  Student Volunteer

  Volunteering for the Glasgow Marrow

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  University of Glasgow

  Apr 2023 - Aug 2023

  Gradute Student Researcher

  Title- Identifying Transcriptomic Markers of Mycobacterium bovis Infection and BCG Vaccination in the Badger Meles meles – Dr Simon Babayan • Conducted transcriptomic analysis using Next-Generation RNA sequencing to identify biomarkers and immune pathways of protection against bovine tuberculosis in Badgers• Developed and applied machine learning algorithms for highlighting significant differentially expressed genes on R among the experimental conditions• Utilized Bayesian clustering and hierarchical statistical models on R to identify significant modules with co-expressed gene networks • Resulted in identifying 31 differentially expressed genes including potential biomarker and housekeeping genes with 22 clusters of co-expressed genes containing potential driver and hub genes aiding to vaccine efficacy• Presented experimental data and analytical results in a symposium Show less

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  MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR)

  Apr 2023 - Jul 2023

  Summer Research Intern

  • Participated in shadowing and assisting Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) assay for rapid MRSA detection in milk samples• Conducted comparative analysis of LAMP assay with and without a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine• Integrated LAMP assay results with ELISA and Apta-sensor technology to enhance specificity• Utilized Latex Flow System (LFS) for MRSA molecule visualization• Applied Generalized Linear Models (GLM) on R for in-depth data analysis of MRSA detection results and generated a detailed report Show less

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  Bright Network DE

  Jun 2023 - Jul 2023

  Project Intern
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  Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

  Aug 2023 - Oct 2023

  Health Research Literacy Fellowship
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  Horse's Mouth

  Dec 2023 - now

  Education Mentor