Neah Likhite
About Neah Likhite
Neah Likhite is a Senior Scientist at Jnana Therapeutics with over 10 years of experience in mechanism of action studies and cell signaling. Likhite has held various research positions and has a strong academic background in biotechnology and biology.
Work at Jnana Therapeutics
Neah Likhite has been employed at Jnana Therapeutics as a Senior Scientist since 2020. In this role, Likhite applies extensive knowledge in mechanism of action studies, focusing on transcriptional regulation, post-translational modifications, and cell signaling. The position involves leading research initiatives that contribute to the development of therapeutic solutions.
Education and Expertise
Neah Likhite has a strong educational background in the life sciences. Likhite earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology with a focus on arginine methylation in GPCR signaling and RNA Polymerase III transcription from the University at Buffalo from 2011 to 2016. Prior to that, Likhite obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology from the same institution and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology from the University of Mumbai. Likhite also completed a Postdoctoral fellowship at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, specializing in metabolic and degenerative diseases.
Background
Neah Likhite has over 10 years of experience in the field of life sciences. Likhite worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University at Buffalo from 2009 to 2011 and later as a Ph.D. candidate from 2011 to 2016. After completing the Ph.D., Likhite served as a Research Fellow at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston from 2016 to 2019. Likhite also worked as a Scientist at Omega Therapeutics for one year in 2019-2020.
Achievements
Neah Likhite has made significant contributions to scientific research, particularly in the areas of transcriptional regulation and cell signaling. Likhite has developed cell-based assays for studying cell signaling pathways and angiogenesis, accumulating four years of experience in this area. Additionally, Likhite actively participates in the Franklin Park biodiversity initiative and volunteers at the zoo to educate visitors about animal conservation.