Anisha Chandra Mohan
About Anisha Chandra Mohan
Anisha Chandra Mohan is a Senior Research Associate II at LifeMine Therapeutics, specializing in genetic engineering using the CRISPR-Cas9 system. She holds a Master's degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from Brandeis University and has extensive experience in various molecular biology techniques.
Work at LifeMine Therapeutics
Anisha Chandra Mohan has been employed at LifeMine Therapeutics since 2020. She currently holds the position of Senior Research Associate II, where she focuses on next-generation sequencing. Her role involves applying advanced molecular biology techniques and utilizing automation tools to enhance laboratory workflows. Prior to her current title, she worked as a Research Associate in Synthetic Biology at the same organization for a brief period in 2019. Her experience at LifeMine Therapeutics reflects her commitment to advancing genetic engineering applications.
Education and Expertise
Anisha Chandra Mohan earned a Master’s Degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from Brandeis University, where she studied from 2016 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology from SRM University, completed between 2011 and 2015. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in genetic engineering, particularly in the use of the CRISPR-Cas9 system. She is skilled in advanced molecular biology techniques, including Gibson Assembly and Gateway Cloning Technology.
Professional Background
Anisha has a diverse professional background in research and technical roles. She worked as a Global Talent Fellow at Open Avenues from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she held positions at various institutions, including Tufts University as a Research Technician and Massachusetts Institute of Technology as a Technical Associate I. Her experience also includes a role as a Research Trainee at the National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis. This varied experience has contributed to her proficiency in molecular biology and genetic research.
Technical Skills and Techniques
Anisha Chandra Mohan is proficient in several advanced laboratory techniques. She has experience conducting GAL4 yeast Two-Hybrid screening for protein-protein interaction studies and using pulsed-field gel electrophoresis for DNA separation. Additionally, she is capable of performing fluctuation assays and CAG instability assays in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Her technical skills extend to using automation tools like Agilent Bravo and Agilent Tapestation, as well as software tools such as Geneious, Serial Cloner, and SnapGene for molecular cloning projects.
Research Contributions
Throughout her career, Anisha has contributed to various research projects that involve genetic engineering and molecular biology. Her work includes luciferase reporter-based multi-plate cell assays for gene expression studies. She has also been involved in research at institutions like Oncorus and Cancer Institute Adyar. These contributions highlight her active engagement in advancing scientific knowledge and techniques in her field.