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Swapneel D.

Swapneel D.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Drug Development | Formulation & Analytics | CMC

  • Education

    • YCMOU (Rai Foundation College)

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      Bachelor of Technology Biotechnology

      Courses - Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioprocess technology, Biophysics, Chemical engineering, Physiology, basic programming and Pharmacology.

    • Uppsala University

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      Master of Science Applied Biotechnology

      ▪ Courses - The structure & function of Biomolecules, Protein biotechnology, Innovation Management, Entrepreneurship, and IPR. Business Internship – Gyros AB and Orexo▪ Scientific Internship 1 (November 2011 - May 2012), Linkoping University- Development of Stimuli-responsive immunosensor for measurement of Cardiac Troponin- Achievements reported in form of 3 publications in highly cited international journals.Scientific Internship 2 (Feb 2011 - October 2011), Uppsala… Show more ▪ Courses - The structure & function of Biomolecules, Protein biotechnology, Innovation Management, Entrepreneurship, and IPR. Business Internship – Gyros AB and Orexo▪ Scientific Internship 1 (November 2011 - May 2012), Linkoping University- Development of Stimuli-responsive immunosensor for measurement of Cardiac Troponin- Achievements reported in form of 3 publications in highly cited international journals.Scientific Internship 2 (Feb 2011 - October 2011), Uppsala UniversityDevelopment of magnetic biosensor using Rolling circle amplificationScientific Expertise- Isothermal DNA amplification- DNA Amplification- Magnetic BiosensorScientific ExpertiseNanotechnology, modification of nanoparticles and nanorodsAntibody bioconjugationImmunostainingLocalised surface plasmon resonanceInvitro Diagnostics Show less

    • Cambridge Judge Entrepreneurship Centre

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      Postgraduate Degree EntepriseTECH

      EnterpriseTECH provides a foundation in entrepreneurship focusing on education and real-world experience. Delivered over 10-week experience, the programme combines a four-day lecture intensive with hands-on (supervised) team projects. Focusing on Research and analyse the commercial viability of a real-world technologyCraft and present a persuasive funding pitch for a technology idea.Produce compelling video marketing content.

    • Radboud University Nijmegen

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      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Biophysical Chemistry

      Thesis Title - Multi-function nucleic acid-responsive polyisocyanopeptide hydrogels. • Design, development and characterisation of nucleic-acid based hydrogels for various biomedical applications like nanomedicine, biosensing and drug delivery. • Understanding and fine tuning the behaviors of these hydrogels using biophysical principles of nucleic-acid hybridization and rheology. • Scientific Expertise – Bioconjugation of oligonucleotides, polymer chemistry, antibody and… Show more Thesis Title - Multi-function nucleic acid-responsive polyisocyanopeptide hydrogels. • Design, development and characterisation of nucleic-acid based hydrogels for various biomedical applications like nanomedicine, biosensing and drug delivery. • Understanding and fine tuning the behaviors of these hydrogels using biophysical principles of nucleic-acid hybridization and rheology. • Scientific Expertise – Bioconjugation of oligonucleotides, polymer chemistry, antibody and nanoparticles, biomolecule purification (DNA, polymer, and proteins), rheological analysis, atomic force microscopy, DNA amplification, nucleic acid analytical characterization (CD, NMR, FTIR), ELISA and DNA synthesis. Show less

  • Experience

    • Polymeric Sensors Pvt. Ltd

      Mar 2008 - Aug 2010
      Scientist

      • Led the development of potable enzymatic based kits for detections of glucose, urea, and HCG hormone.• Provided technical support by coordination and collaborating with different project teams like manufacturing, quality, and technical teams, in the development of the company’s primary product for testing the quality of potable water.• Generated project documentation and provided projects updates to grant agencies and management teams.

    • LIGHTHOUSE Instruments

      Mar 2017 - Dec 2017
      Scientific Study Manager

      • Led analytical studies for container closure systems in late-stage formulation development• Provided scientific consultancy to improve primary packaging

    • Arecor Limited

      Oct 2018 - Feb 2022

      • Led formulation and analytical work packages for peptides and mAbs• Supported IND preparation and data packages for late-preclinical/Phase 1 assets• Applied DOE/QbD approaches for high-concentration formulations• Presented data to external partners and managed CDMO interface• Contributed to packaging/formulation compatibility and fill-finish strategy • Formulation development – Forced Degradation, Accelerated Stability Studies, (using DOE)• Developed analytical methods and stability studies• Troubleshooting Technical issues, documenting in laboratory notebooks/ELN, and drafting technical reports and SOPs, performing risk assessments, COSHH, quality control, continuous improvement.

      • Senior Scientist

        May 2020 - Feb 2022

      • Scientist II

        Oct 2018 - May 2020

    • VaxEquity Ltd

      Feb 2022 - May 2022
      Senior Scientist

      • Worked on analytical and formulation aspects for RNA and LNP-based platforms• Contributed to process and method development in support of stability and manufacturability• Provided technical input for vendor oversight and early regulatory planningTechniques - Nano-assemblr, Stunner (Size and PDI), Fragment analyser, Ribogreen assay, HPLC

    • F-star Therapeutics, Inc.

      May 2022 - Feb 2024

      Led the development and delivery of analytical methods for characterizing F-star mAb2 pipeline, focusing on protein aggregation and formulation.Conducted developability assessments and characterization of mAb2 bispecific antibodies.Played a pivotal role in representing Protein Sciences on mAb2 development programs, providing critical data interpretation for project progression.Managed a team of scientists, providing leadership, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Show less

      • Principal Scientist

        Jan 2023 - Feb 2024

      • Senior Scientist/Team Lead Analytical and Formulation

        May 2022 - Jan 2023

    • InvoX Pharma

      Feb 2024 - Sept 2024
      Principal Scientist

      • Led formulation and analytics for bispecifics, ADCs, and RNA-based drugs• Developed pre-CMC and developability workflows for candidate selection and CQA assessment• Presented formulation strategy and technical risks to internal governance• Oversaw method transfer, comparability studies, and CDMO coordination• Supported Module 3 documentation and responses to regulatory queries• Line-managed a team of 2 scientist, responsible for hiring and their development

    • Formunext Solutions

      Oct 2024 - now
      Consultant

      Advised early-stage biotech clients on formulation design, CMC planning, and analytical strategies and Supported excipient risk assessments, stability troubleshooting, and vendor discussions

    • Pangea Bio

      Apr 2025 - now
      R&D Manager, Non-Clinical Development

      • Leading formulation strategy and CMC execution for a CNS program entering Phase 1• Managing CRO/CDMO activities for toxicology, safety pharmacology, and drug product development• Coordinating preparation and review of regulatory documents (IMPD, IB)• Provided scientific input on analytical development, stability data, and risk mitigation• Supporting EMA/MHRA-facing regulatory interactions and overall project delivery

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Advanced CMC Analytical Studies and Lab Quality Practices

      BioProcess International
      Sept 2022

    • Business Development Foundations

      LinkedIn
      Sept 2024
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    • Introductory CMC Analytical Studies and Lab Quality

      Informa
      May 2021
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Swapneel D.
      Internship Program National Institute of Materials Sciences, Japan Jun 2012
    • Awarded to Swapneel D.
      Poster Prize Association of Advanced Materials May 2012 Poster Presentation at amwc2012
    • Awarded to Swapneel D.
      Travel Grant Biosensors World Congress 2012 May 2012 Travel grant and accommodation at Cancun Mexico, during Biosensors world congress 2012

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Managing Editor

      Issued by VBRI on Jan 2012
      VBRIAssociated with Swapneel D.