Aarti Kasba
About Aarti Kasba
Aarti Kasba is a Cell Therapy Specialist I at Kite Pharma, where she focuses on CAR T cell therapy for cancer treatment. She has a strong academic background in biosciences, molecular biology, and biotechnology, with experience in both research and industry settings across India and the Netherlands.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Aarti Kasba currently serves as a Cell Therapy Specialist I at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on CAR T cell therapy, contributing to advancements in cancer treatment. Her work involves applying her expertise in biotechnology to support the development and implementation of innovative therapies aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Education and Academic Background
Aarti Kasba has a strong academic foundation in the life sciences. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Delhi University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2015. She then pursued a Master's degree in Biosciences at Jamia Millia Islamia from 2015 to 2017. Furthering her education, she obtained a Research Master's in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology from the University of Groningen, studying from 2018 to 2020.
Professional Experience
Aarti Kasba has accumulated diverse professional experience in research and academia. She worked as a Research Assistant Intern at Delhi University from 2014 to 2015 and later as a Summer Intern in 2016. At the University of Groningen, she held multiple roles, including Graduate Research Assistant and Postgraduate Researcher from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, she served as an International Alumni Ambassador for India from 2020 to 2021, promoting the university's initiatives.
Research and Development Focus
Aarti has a keen interest in interdisciplinary project teams that integrate biotechnology and bio-processes. Her experience includes developing new grain-based ingredients and technologies, particularly focusing on wheat bran to promote sustainable growth strategies. This background supports her current work in cell therapy, where she applies her research skills to real-world applications in the biotechnology sector.
Interdisciplinary Interests
Aarti Kasba enjoys working at the intersection of academia and industry. She is dedicated to bringing new concepts from research into industrial technology, facilitating the translation of scientific advancements into practical applications. Her interdisciplinary approach enhances her contributions to projects in biotechnology and cancer treatment.