Manaswni Dhingra
About Manaswni Dhingra
Manaswni Dhingra is a Research Associate II at MOMA Therapeutics, specializing in biochemical and biophysical assays for drug discovery. She has a background in biochemistry and has held various research and internship positions at institutions such as Boston University and Al Zahra Pvt. Hospital.
Current Role at MOMA Therapeutics
Manaswni Dhingra serves as a Research Associate II at MOMA Therapeutics since 2021. In this role, Dhingra develops and executes novel biochemical and biophysical assays aimed at discovering and following up on small molecule modulators of novel enzyme targets. Dhingra's work contributes to advancing drug discovery and development through innovative methods and collaborative efforts.
Previous Experience in Clinical Internships
Dhingra gained valuable clinical experience as an intern at Al Zahra Pvt. Hospital in Dubai for two months in 2017. Prior to this, Dhingra worked as an intern at Scientific Clinical Laboratories, a Unilabs Company, for one month from 2015 to 2016. These internships provided foundational knowledge in clinical practices and laboratory operations.
Research Experience at Boston University
During the time at Boston University, Dhingra held multiple research and academic positions. As an Undergraduate Researcher from 2017 to 2018, Dhingra contributed to research projects in the Greater Boston Area for four months. Additionally, Dhingra worked as a Learning Assistant for one year and served as a College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Host for four years, showcasing a commitment to academic support and research.
Educational Background in Biochemistry
Dhingra studied Biochemistry at Boston University, achieving a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from 2016 to 2020. This educational background provided a solid foundation in chemistry and biochemistry, equipping Dhingra with essential knowledge and skills for a career in research and drug development.
Focus on Protein Biochemistry
In previous roles, including a position at Civetta Therapeutics as a Research Associate in Protein Biochemistry from 2020 to 2021, Dhingra focused on structurally and functionally characterizing unidentified proteins using analytical and computational methods. This focus highlights Dhingra's expertise in protein biochemistry and its application in research.