Abhishek Anand
About Abhishek Anand
Abhishek Anand is a Postdoctoral Researcher at The National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, specializing in genome editing and plant molecular biology. He holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and has extensive experience in various research positions across multiple institutions.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Abhishek Anand has been serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2020. Located in Bethesda, Maryland, he has contributed to various research initiatives over the past four years. His role involves advanced research in molecular biology, specifically focusing on genome editing and plant molecular biology.
Education and Expertise
Abhishek Anand holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Biology from the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, where he studied from 2011 to 2016. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Botany/Plant Biology from the University of Delhi from 2009 to 2011, and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in the same field from Hindu College, University of Delhi, from 2006 to 2009. His expertise includes genome editing using CRISPR, RNA interference, and bacterial and plant transformation techniques.
Research Experience
Abhishek Anand has extensive research experience, having worked in various prestigious institutions. He was a Senior Research Fellow at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology from 2013 to 2016 and a Postdoctoral Fellow at the International Rice Research Institute from 2017 to 2018. He also served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Academia Sinica in Taiwan from 2019 to 2020, where he further developed his skills in molecular biology.
Technical Skills
Abhishek Anand possesses a strong skill set in genome editing, particularly with CRISPR technologies and small RNA molecules. He is proficient in nucleotide manipulation techniques, including RNA interference, and has a solid foundation in basic bioinformatics. His technical expertise supports his research in plant molecular biology and genetic engineering.
Background
Abhishek Anand's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Botany/Plant Biology, followed by a Master of Science in the same field. His transition to molecular biology culminated in a PhD, which laid the groundwork for his research career. His background in plant biology and molecular techniques has shaped his contributions to the field of genetic engineering.