Dr.Hemagirri Manisekaran, at Universiti Sains Malaysia,Malaysi
Author Profile
🎓 Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Medicine
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, MY
Jun 2021 – Mar 2024
- Authored 7 refereed journal articles, 2 book chapters, and presented research at 6 international and local conferences.
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology (Hons)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor, MY
Aug 2016 – Oct 2020
- Cumulative GPA: 3.83/4.0; Dean’s List Award (2017-2020)
💼 Professional Experience
Laboratory Manager and Research Assistant
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, MY
Oct 2021 – Aug 2023
- Led 2 independent research projects, resulting in 9 lead-author manuscripts cited 25+ times and presentations at 5 high-profile scientific conferences (100+ attendees each)
- Accelerated 3 collaborative industrial projects by 20% through streamlined project management, ensuring timely milestone achievement and fostering cross-industry collaboration
- Directed 2 Master’s and 4 undergraduate students, implementing efficient project workflow and achieving a 30% increase in project completion within tight deadlines
- Administered grants totaling RM24,000, negotiating a 20% reduction in project expenses through strategic budget allocation
- Orchestrated cross-functional teams, successfully executing 3 scientific workshops and 2 conferences, achieving 100+ attendees and heightened student engagement
Industrial Research & Development Intern
Sime Darby Technology Centre, Selangor, MY
Jun 2019 – Aug 2019
- Enhanced oil palm seed germination rates by 25% through enzymatic treatment, boosting crop yields
- Optimized research methods, leading to a 30% increase in productivity and data analysis capabilities
- Delivered weekly scientific presentations, fostering innovation and resulting in 2 patent applications
- Ensured ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliance, maintaining zero audit discrepancies through meticulous document management (100+ documents)
🏆 Awards & Certifications
- Gold Award, Pecha Kucha Presentation, 7th AMDI & INFORMM Postgraduate International Research & Innovation Colloquium (Sept 2023)
- 2nd Runner-up, Conference Presentation Award in Life Sciences (Postgraduate), QIU Intervarsity Science Symposium (Jul 2022)
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Requirement, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (Nov 2020)
- Occupational Safety, Health and Environment (OSHE), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (Nov 2020)