Keerthana Sekar
About Keerthana Sekar
Keerthana Sekar is a Senior Research Associate at IGM Biosciences, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in immunology and biotechnology, with previous roles at Amgen, California State University, Chico, and Karolinska Institutet.
Work at IGM Biosciences
Keerthana Sekar has been serving as a Senior Research Associate at IGM Biosciences since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the research and development of innovative therapies in the field of immunology. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the understanding of immune responses and the development of therapeutic antibodies.
Previous Experience in Immuno-Oncology
Prior to her current position, Sekar worked at Amgen as a Senior Associate in Immuno-Oncology from 2016 to 2019. In this capacity, she focused on developing strategies to enhance immune responses against cancer, contributing to projects aimed at improving patient outcomes through innovative treatment approaches.
Education and Expertise
Keerthana Sekar holds a Master of Biology (M.S.) in Immunology and Infection Biology from Uppsala University, where she studied from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Master of Biological and Biomedical Sciences (M.S.) from California State University, Chico, from 2014 to 2015. Her academic background is complemented by a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Biotechnology from Madha Engineering College, Anna University, completed in 2010.
Research and Teaching Roles
Sekar has held various research and teaching positions throughout her career. She served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at California State University, Chico, from 2014 to 2015, where she supported undergraduate students in their studies. Additionally, she worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the same institution for three months in 2014. Her research experience includes a role at Karolinska Institutet, where she studied MHC Class I molecules and their interaction with NK cells in 2011-2012.
Internship Experience
In 2015, Keerthana Sekar completed a research internship at MedImmune in Mountain View, CA, for two months. This internship provided her with practical experience in a research environment, further enhancing her skills in immunology and biotechnology.