Nikita Gayal
About Nikita Gayal
Nikita Gayal is an Associate Biocurator at PierianDx, specializing in biocuration. She holds a Master of Science in Microbiology from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a Master of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics from Queen's University Belfast.
Work at PierianDx
Nikita Gayal serves as an Associate Biocurator at PierianDx, a role she has held since 2021. Based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, she contributes to the organization by curating and analyzing genomic data. Her work involves integrating bioinformatics and genomics to support precision medicine initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Nikita Gayal holds two Master of Science degrees. She completed her first MS in Microbiology at Savitribai Phule Pune University from 2016 to 2018. Following this, she pursued a second MS in Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics at Queen's University Belfast, graduating in 2020. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both microbiology and bioinformatics.
Background
Nikita Gayal's academic journey includes significant studies in microbiology and bioinformatics. Her education at Savitribai Phule Pune University and Queen's University Belfast reflects her commitment to advancing her knowledge in the life sciences and computational genomics. This background supports her current role in biocuration.
Professional Experience
Since joining PierianDx in 2021, Nikita Gayal has gained three years of experience in the field of biocuration. Her role focuses on the analysis and interpretation of genomic data, which is essential for the development of personalized medicine solutions. This experience enhances her expertise in bioinformatics.