CHANDNI TIWARI

Dedicated bioinformatics professional with a PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies specializing in biophysics and computational biology. Extensive hands-on experience in bioinformatics analysis, particularly in protein dynamics and genomics. Proficient in working within Linux HPC environments, demonstrating strong skills in scripting and data processing including demultiplexing, quality control, and advanced analysis of sequencing data. Solid foundation in computational biology from MTech degree, coupled with teaching and technical support experience. Excels at managing complex projects and delivering results within tight deadlines. Diverse background spans various roles in academic research and industry, developing a meticulous approach to data analysis and a strong commitment to supporting scientific research. Passionate about genomics and data analysis, eager to contribute to a team focused on cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions in the field of bioinformatics. Goal-oriented Chemist offering strong knowledge in chemical compositions and standard testing procedures. Keeps laboratory equipment and instruments in optimal condition. Proactive in ordering supplies, completing inventories and maintaining records.

• Awarded certificate of Young Genius of Mewar (in science), 48th Rank, 2011, organized by a coaching institute from Udaipur as Inter-School competition.
• Gold Medalist in B. Tech Bioinformatics (2011-15)
• Silver Medalist in M. Tech Computational Biology (2016-18)
• Best Business Acumen and Awareness award for batch 2011-15 in Amity University Jaipur.
• Pondicherry university Scholarship for pursuing M. Tech in Anna University in 2016.
• Monash Graduate Scholarship for pursuing PhD in school of Chemistry, Monash University in 2019.

• 2020, Sequence comparisons of cytochrome P450 aromatases from Australian animals predict differences in enzymatic activity and/or efficiency, Biology of Reproduction, 102, 6, 1261-1269, https://doi.org/10.1093/biolre/ioaa028
• 2022, Secondary Structure Transitions for a Family of Amyloidogenic, Antimicrobial Uperin 3 Peptides in Contact with Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate, ChemPlusChem, 87, 1, e202100408, https://doi.org/10.1002/cplu.202100408

• Assoc Prof Lisa Martin, PhD thesis supervisor, Associate Professor, School of Chemistry, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
• Dr. Sharmila Anishetty, Master’s thesis supervisor, Assistant Professor, Center for Biotechnology, Anna University (Main Campus), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• Dr. Nidhi Mathur, Bachelor’s project Supervisor, Assistant Professor, Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

I enjoy running for fitness, traveling to explore new cultures, reading to broaden my knowledge, and playing chess to sharpen my strategic thinking.