Shayla Venkaya
About Shayla Venkaya
Shayla Venkaya is a Protein Expression Research Assistant at Exscientia in Oxfordshire, England, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong academic background in Biomedical Sciences and Immunology, and has contributed to research projects focused on protein expression and collaborative efforts to enhance the understanding of protein structures and functions.
Work at Exscientia
Shayla Venkaya has been employed at Exscientia as a Protein Expression Research Assistant since 2021. In this role, she has contributed to various research projects that focus on protein expression, which is vital for drug discovery and development. Her work is based in Oxfordshire, England, where she collaborates with a team to advance the understanding of protein structures and functions.
Previous Experience at SGC - University of Oxford
Before joining Exscientia, Shayla Venkaya worked as a Research Technician at the Structural Genomics Consortium (SGC) at the University of Oxford from 2017 to 2019. During her two years in this position, she gained valuable experience in protein research, which laid the groundwork for her subsequent role in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Shayla Venkaya holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences with 1st Class Honours from Oxford Brookes University, which she completed from 2013 to 2016. She furthered her education by obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Immunology from King's College London in 2017. Her educational background, combined with her expertise in protein expression techniques, supports her contributions to drug discovery processes.
Academic Background
Shayla Venkaya completed her A-levels at Mayfield Grammar School between 2011 and 2013, where she studied Chemistry, Biology, and History, along with Mathematics at the AS-Level. This foundational education prepared her for advanced studies in the sciences, leading to her degrees in Biomedical Sciences and Immunology.
Research Contributions
At Exscientia, Shayla Venkaya has been involved in collaborative research efforts that aim to enhance the understanding of protein structures and functions. Her work in protein expression is essential for advancing the field of drug discovery, reflecting her commitment to scientific research and innovation.