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Sinthya Kumar

Andover

Summary

Motivated and driven microbiology student with hands-on experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and pathogen research. Passionate about biomedical innovation and eager to contribute to therapeutic development through research in immunology, microbiology, oncology, genomics, and infectious disease. Known for a strong work ethic, scientific curiosity, and a collaborative mindset in both academic and research settings. Seeking opportunities to apply and grow research skills in a dynamic life sciences environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Mahatma Gandhi Medical Advanced Research Institute
06.2025 - Current
  • Conducting genome-wide bioinformatic analysis of Mycobacterium species using NCBI databases
  • Curating complete genome assemblies by separating chromosomal and plasmid sequences
  • Identifying mobile genetic elements and their association with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes and virulence factors
  • Building foundational skills in comparative genomics, pathogen genomics, and genomic database management

Student

Harvard Medical School
06.2025 - Current
  • Gaining foundational and emerging knowledge in cancer genetics and its role in risk assessment and precision oncology
  • Learning about clinical applications of genetic testing and targeted therapies
  • Exploring the impact of genomic insights on cancer diagnosis, treatment decisions, and patient care

Student

Harvard Medical School
06.2025 - Current
  • Studying advanced concepts in nucleic acid therapeutics for disease prevention and treatment
  • Exploring applications in gene regulation, immune modulation, genome editing, and gene supplementation
  • Gaining insight into the potential of RNA/DNA therapeutics to treat and cure genetic and treatment-resistant diseases

Student

Pathogenic Bacteriology Lab
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Studied bacterial pathogenesis and virulence factors including immune evasion, host invasion, and toxin production
  • Performed molecular, protein, and whole-cell assays to investigate infection mechanisms
  • Analyzed major human and animal pathogens, focusing on clinical relevance and diagnostic techniques
  • Identified unknown bacterial isolates using biochemical and microbiological methods

Intern

Mahatma Gandhi Medical Advanced Research Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Gained hands-on training in microbiology, molecular biology, histopathology, cell culturing, protein chemistry, and bioinformatics
  • Studied zebrafish life cycle, husbandry, tissue regeneration, and drug-induced toxicity and edema
  • Participated in pre-clinical animal studies, including oral drug delivery in mice and animal handling techniques
  • Attended seminars on structural biology, microbiome research, and biologics regulation
  • Completed a 2-day epidemiology workshop focused on risk assessment, incidence/prevalence metrics, and data visualization

Student

Bioinformatics Lab
UMass Amherst
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Contributing author on Microbial Resource Announcement for novel phages BirdInFrench and StirfryIV
  • Manually annotated 20 genes using bioinformatics tools including BLAST, HHpred, PECAAN, Phamerator, and PhagesDB
  • Identified gene functions and start sites; submitted annotated genome to GenBank for public access
  • Developed skills in viral genome analysis and computational biology techniques

Student

Microbiology Lab
UMass Amherst
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Investigated microbial growth, motility, quorum sensing, biofilms, oxygen requirements, and antibiotic production in a BSL-2 lab
  • Explored microbial diversity: bacterial, fungal, and viral species from environmental samples
  • Led an independent research project evaluating antibiotic production and resistance in soil-isolated bacteria
  • Identified bacterial strains and analyzed metabolic activity, susceptibility profiles, and antibiotic chemistry

Fellow/Intern

Marvel Biome
Woburn, MA
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with a team of research associates, senior scientists, and principal scientists in a BSL-2 lab
  • Independently isolated and identified 6 novel bacterial strains for lab library inclusion
  • Performed DNA extractions, PCR protocols, media preparation, and dishware sterilization
  • Assisted with reagent cataloging and chemical inventory management

Student

SEA-PHAGES Lab
UMass Amherst
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Discovered novel slow grower Microbacterium Foliorum phage, phage Falley, from soil sample
  • Isolated, purified, and amplified phage DNA for archival at the University of Pittsburgh
  • Troubleshooted and optimized protocols in accordance to results

Education

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

UMass Amherst
Amherst, MA
05.2026

Skills

  • Wet Lab:
    PCR (qPCR, RT-PCR, multiplex), agarose gel electrophoresis, DNA/RNA extraction, bacterial and cell culturing, microscopy (brightfield, phase-contrast), Gram staining, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, protein/enzyme assays, histopathology (cryostat, microtome), sterile technique, media/agar preparation, animal handling and dissection (zebrafish, mice)
  • Software & Programming: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Python, R
  • Bioinformatics:
    NCBI, BLAST, HHpred, GenBank, PECAAN, Phamerator, PhagesDB, genome annotation, comparative genomics, mobile genetic element analysis

Timeline

Intern

Mahatma Gandhi Medical Advanced Research Institute
06.2025 - Current

Student

Harvard Medical School
06.2025 - Current

Student

Harvard Medical School
06.2025 - Current

Student

Pathogenic Bacteriology Lab
01.2025 - 05.2025

Intern

Mahatma Gandhi Medical Advanced Research Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024

Student

Bioinformatics Lab
09.2023 - 12.2023

Student

Microbiology Lab
09.2023 - 12.2023

Fellow/Intern

Marvel Biome
06.2023 - 08.2023

Student

SEA-PHAGES Lab
09.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

UMass Amherst

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