Prekshi Garg | Neuroinformatics Award | Academic Excellence Paper Award

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Ms. Prekshi Garg, Neuroinformatics Award, Academic Excellence Paper Award

Prekshi Garg at Amity University, India

Summary:

Ms. Prekshi Garg is a dedicated researcher with expertise in the fields of bioinformatics, toxicology, and biotechnology. She holds a Master’s degree (M.Tech) in Biotechnology from Amity University, Lucknow, where she graduated with an impressive CGPA of 9.63. Prior to her master’s, she completed her Bachelor’s degree (B.Tech) in Biotechnology from the same university with a CGPA of 8.68.

Ms. Garg’s research experience spans various prestigious institutions, including CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Biotech Park, and CytoGene Research and Development, all located in Lucknow. Her research endeavors have focused on diverse areas such as food additive toxicity, neurodegenerative disorders, biofuel production, and biomedical informatics. She has demonstrated proficiency in statistical data analysis, RNA-Seq data analysis, and the utilization of bioinformatics tools for genomic and transcriptomic data analysis.

Professional Profile:

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👩‍🎓Education & Qualification:

Ph.D. (Title: Genome Wide Prediction and Functional Characterization of Intellectual Disability Disorder through Available Transcriptome and Exome Data Analysis)

  • Institution: Amity University, Lucknow
  • Duration: 2021 – Present

M. Tech

  • Institution: Amity University, Lucknow
  • Duration: 2018 – 2020
  • CGPA: 9.63

B. Tech

  • Institution: Amity University, Lucknow
  • Duration: 2014 – 2018
  • CGPA: 8.68

Professional Experience:  

Ms. Prekshi Garg has gained valuable professional experience in various research and development roles:

CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow: Ms. Garg participated in assessing food additive toxicity and its interactional study with the estrogen receptor using in-silico approaches.

Biotech Park, Lucknow: At Biotech Park, she conducted an in-silico study of the ULK1 gene as a susceptible biomarker for neurodegenerative disorders. Additionally, she worked on the reactive extraction of lipids from Pongamia pinnata seeds for biodiesel production.

CytoGene Research and Development, Lucknow: Ms. Garg contributed to the analysis of food and agro-based products, leveraging her expertise in bioinformatics tools and approaches.

Department of Molecular Medicine and Biotechnology at SGPGIMS, Lucknow: She acquired proficiency in basic laboratory techniques, further enhancing her skill set in molecular biology and biotechnology.

Research Interest:

Toxicology and Food Safety: Investigating the toxicity of food additives and their interaction with biological receptors to understand their impact on human health.

Neurodegenerative Disorders: Exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases and identifying potential biomarkers for early diagnosis and intervention.

Biofuel Production: Studying methods for the extraction of lipids from natural sources, such as Pongamia pinnata seeds, for the sustainable production of biodiesel.

Biomedical Informatics: Utilizing bioinformatics tools and computational methods to analyze genomic and transcriptomic data for the prediction and functional characterization of diseases, such as intellectual disability disorder.

Biotechnology Applications: Investigating the application of biotechnology in various sectors, including agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and environmental science, with a focus on product development and optimization.

Publication Top Noted:

Article: Reverse Docking Approach Reveals the Negative Effect of Caffeine Toxicity on Glutamate GluR2 Receptor

  • Authors: Ansari, H., Garg, P., Rastogi, R., Sharma, R., Srivastava, P.
  • Journal: Toxicology International
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 30
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 317–323

Article: Impact of Prolonged Use of COVID-19 Drugs on the Human Neurological System using Insilco Drug-gene Interaction

  • Authors: Naqvi, W., Garg, P., Srivastava, P.
  • Journal: Coronaviruses
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 4
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 49–57, e260723219105

Article: Network biology: A promising approach for drug target identification against neurodevelopmental disorders

  • Authors: Naqvi, W., Singh, A., Garg, P., Srivastava, P.
  • Journal: Biocell
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 47
  • Issue: 8
  • Pages: 1675–1687

Book Chapter: Decoding Transcriptomics of Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Computational Approach

  • Authors: Garg, P., Srivastava, P. Book: Integrative Approaches to Biotechnology
  • Year: 2023
  • Pages: 221–230

Article: Identification of priority genes involved in ADHD using multiple system biology approach and establishment of Asiatic acid as a natural inhibitor against GRIN2B receptor

  • Authors: Singh, A., Garg, P., Srivastava, P.
  • Journal: Informatics in Medicine Unlocked
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 40
  • Pages: 101282