Hirdesh Kumar, PhD
About Hirdesh Kumar, PhD
Hirdesh Kumar, PhD, is a Postdoctoral Researcher at The National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2016. He has published over eight manuscripts and has expertise in therapeutic target prioritization and characterization against human diseases.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Hirdesh Kumar has been a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Institutes of Health since 2016. Over the course of eight years, he has contributed to the prioritization and characterization of therapeutic targets against human diseases. His research efforts have resulted in the publication of more than eight manuscripts, showcasing his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge in the field.
Education and Expertise
Hirdesh Kumar holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biological Sciences from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, where he studied molecular and cellular biology, structural biology, and chem-bioinformatics from 2009 to 2016. He also completed a Master of Science (MS) in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, focusing on Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, and Structural Biology from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) from the Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research between 2003 and 2007.
Research Initiatives and Techniques
As a lead researcher, Hirdesh Kumar initiated the establishment of new techniques in his laboratory, including molecular parasitology, animal handling, and microscopy. His work has involved managing multiple projects in a small laboratory setting, which has refined his project management and organizational skills. This experience has enabled him to effectively troubleshoot and solve problems while working under minimal supervision.
International Experience and Funding Success
Hirdesh Kumar gained international experience as a Graduate Student at Heidelberg University from 2012 to 2013. During this time, he developed strong client-facing communication skills through presentations at international conferences. He successfully wrote and submitted a proposal to the German Academy Exchange Service (DAAD), securing funding for a one-year fellowship to support his PhD research.