Shivani Sharma, PhD
About Shivani Sharma, PhD
Shivani Sharma, PhD, is a Scientific Review Officer at the National Institutes of Health, with a strong background in nanotechnology and cancer research. She has authored over 40 scientific papers, holds two patents, and has delivered numerous talks internationally.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Shivani Sharma serves as a Scientific Review Officer at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for evaluating scientific proposals and ensuring the integrity of the review process. Her expertise in nanotechnology and biomedical engineering contributes to the NIH's mission to advance medical research and improve public health outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Shivani Sharma earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her research in nanotechnology and cancer biomarker discovery. Sharma's expertise is recognized through her authorship of over 40 scientific papers, which have influenced both pre-clinical and clinical investigations.
Background
Shivani Sharma has a diverse professional background in nanotechnology and biomedicine. Prior to her current position at NIH, she worked at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) as a Principal Investigator, where she integrated nanotechnology to advance cancer research from 2018 to 2021. Her earlier roles at UCLA included Associate Director at the California NanoSystems Institute and Senior Scientist & Project Manager, where she developed innovative methods for studying exosomes.
Achievements
Shivani Sharma holds two patents for nanotechnology devices, reflecting her contributions to the field. She is a founding member of the International Society of Extracellular Vesicles, which promotes research on extracellular vesicles in biomedicine. Additionally, she has delivered over 35 TEDx and conference talks across seven countries, sharing her knowledge and insights with a global audience.
Mentorship and Global Collaborations
Shivani Sharma actively mentors women and under-represented minorities in various educational and professional contexts. She has established over 12 global research alliances with public and private research institutions, multinational Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies. These collaborations aim to advance research and foster innovation in the field of nanotechnology and biomedical engineering.