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Freelance Nanobiotech/Material Scientist , Consultant, Editor & Biomedical Product Developer-Orthopedic Tissue Engg

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Professional Summary: Dr. Pragya Shrivastava I am an accomplished biomedical researcher with over a decade of experience in nanobiotechnology, implant development, and interdisciplinary R&D for tissue engineering. I have successfully led national-level research projects, authored peer-reviewed publications, contributed to patent-protected technologies, and mentored junior researchers. My unique combination of scientific rigor, grant acquisition experience, and science communication excellence make me an ideal candidate for roles in Medical Science Liaison, Scientific Writing, Editorial, and Biomedical Consultancy. ________________________________________ Experience and Key Skills • Biomedical Engineering & Nanobiotechnology: Expertise in synthesis and application of ceramic nanomaterials, polymers and graphene oxide composites for orthopedic and orthodontic tissue regeneration, drug delivery systems, and wound healing. • Scientific Communication: Delivered guest lectures, authored multiple journal publications, and presented at international conferences across Spain, Malaysia, and India. • Research Leadership: As Principal Investigator of a SERB-funded postdoctoral project, managed financials, experimental strategy, collaborations, and team mentoring. • Regulatory and Intellectual Property (IPR): Filed a patent for nano bioactive glass biomaterial for orthopedic reconstruction; knowledgeable in patent filing and regulatory compliance. • Analytical & Lab Techniques: Proficient in sophisticated instruments viz FEG SEM, FTIR, XRD, Spectrometers, RT-PCR, MALDI TOF, protein purification, chromatin biology assays, in vitro culture systems, Biomimetic assays, Hemocompatibility assays, and various Nano-coating and characterization tools. • Soft Skills: Deadline-driven, articulate, cross-functional collaborator with proven leadership in academic and research administration. ________________________________________ Research Projects 1. Postdoctoral Fellowship – CSIR-NCL, Pune • Project: Comparative study of graphene oxide, nanobioactive glass, and mesoporous silica for orthopedic applications. • Outcome: Demonstrated potential for multifunctional bone plates, screws, and drug delivery systems. 2. Research Associateship – IIT Bombay • Project: Development of nanocomposite biomaterials for bone tissue and wound healing using polymer composites and bioactive materials. • Highlights: Supported by institutional grant; led to patent filing and high-impact journal publications. 3. PhD Research – IIT Bombay • Focus: Ceramic nano biomaterials for bone reconstruction; involved in synthesis, in vivo trials, and advanced characterization. • Academic Contributions: Presented internationally, co-authored multiple scientific papers, conducted the “IAMNANO” symposiums. 4. Junior Research Fellowship – IISER Bhopal • Focus: Molecular biology and chromatin biology in histone regulation and protein interactions. • Highlights: Expertise in molecular biology assays ________________________________________ Selected Publications & Patent • Patent: "Fabrication of high strength nanobioactive glass for orthopedic surgeries" – Published 2017, IPA No. xxxxxxxxxxxx. • Journals: Published in J Bone Miner Res, Advanced Science Letters, Microelectronic Engineering, IJHE, IJIRSET, and others. • Conference Contributions: Oral and poster presenter at NANOSMAT (Spain), ICCEE (Malaysia), ICNN, and DAE Symposium (India). ________________________________________ Education • PhD in Nano Biotechnology – IIT Bombay (2011–2015) • MSc in Biotechnology – DAVV Indore (2007–2009) • PG Diploma in Nanobiotechnology – LSFI Bengaluru (2009) • BSc in Biotechnology – DAVV Indore (2004–2007) • Certificate in Food & Nutrition – IGNOU (2006) ________________________________________ Awards & Recognitions • Young Scientist Award, VIFRA, 2015 • SERB National Postdoctoral Fellowship, Govt. of India • DBT International Travel Grant, 2013 • CSIR-NET JRF, AIR 71 (2010) • GATE, 97.38 percentile (AIR xxxxxxxxx) • Institute Travel Grants – IIT Bombay (2012, 2013) ________________________________________ Other Highlights • Teaching: Delivered lectures on competitive research grant writing and biomedical applications of nanomaterials. • Mentorship: Guided research interns in scientific writing, lab work, and publication processes. • Freelance and Consulting Potential: Strong writing/editing background, publication experience, and expertise in converting technical data into reader-friendly formats. • Public Profile: LinkedIn Profile, My ORCID

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Nanotechnology & Nanomaterials
• ☆ Materials Science & Engineering
• ☆ Biotechnology & Bioengineering
• ☆ Tissue Engineering

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Product Development

Writing Technical Writing, General Proofreading & Editing

Research Meta-Research

Consulting Scientific and Technical Consulting

Product Development Formulation, Recipe Development, Stability/Shelf Life Testing, Product Evaluation, Concept Development

Work Experience

Guest Lecturer

Sardar Patel University Balaghat

March 2021 - March 2021

Guest Lecturer

Sardar Patel University

May 2020 - May 2020

Principal Investigator-N PDF

National Chemical Laboratory

September 2016 - September 2018

Research Associate

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

August 2015 - February 2016

Junior Research Fellow

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Bhopal

June 2010 - December 2010

Education

PhD (Centre for Research In Nanotechnology and Science)

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

January 2011 - June 2015

MSc (Biotechnology)

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

July 2007 - October 2009

BSc (Biotechnology)

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

July 2004 - May 2007

Certifications

• Project Management

  DST SERB

  September 2016 - September 2018

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Khan, M. P., Singh, A. K., Singh, A. K., Shrivastava, P., Tiwari, M. C., Nagar, G. K., ... & Chattopadhyay, N. (2018). Odanacatib restores trabecular bone of skeletally mature female rabbits with osteopenia but induces brittleness of cortical bone: a comparative study of the investigational drug with PTH, estrogen, and alendronate. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research, 33(11), 2084-2085.

Shrivastava, P., Vijayalakshmi, S., Dalai, S., & Sharma, P. (2015). Preparation and characterization of nanobioactive glass composites for bone tissue engineering. Int J Innov Res Sci Eng Technol, 4, 9383.

Dalai, S., Savithri, V., Shrivastava, P., Param Sivam, S., & Sharma, P. (2015). Fabrication of zinc‐loaded hollow glass microspheres (HGMs) for hydrogen storage. International Journal of Energy Research, 39(5), 717-726.

Shrivastava, P., Dalai, S., Sudera, P., Vijayalakshmi, S., & Sharma, P. (2014). Hollow glass microspheres as potential adjunct with orthopaedic metal implants. Microelectronic engineering, 126, 103-106.

Dalai, S., Vijayalakshmi, S., Shrivastava, P., Sivam, S. P., & Sharma, P. (2014). Preparation and characterization of hollow glass microspheres (HGMs) for hydrogen storage using urea as a blowing agent. Microelectronic engineering, 126, 65-70.

Shrivastava, P., Singh, A. K., Teotia, R., Dalai, S., Sharma, P., Vijayalakshmi, S., & Bellare, J. R. (2014). Bioglass Based Nano-Materials for Bone Tissue Engineering. Advanced Science Letters, 20(5-6), 1129-1134.

Dalai, S., Vijayalakshmi, S., Shrivastava, P., Sivam, S. P., & Sharma, P. (2014). Effect of Co loading on the hydrogen storage characteristics of hollow glass microspheres (HGMs). International journal of hydrogen energy, 39(7), 3304-3312.

Sridhar, D., Pragya, S., Vijayalakshmi, S., & Pratibha, S. (2012). Adsorption of nitrogen and hydrogen on hollow glass microspheres (HGMs). Energy Environ Eng J, 1(2), 64-67.

PATENT

)PATENT APPLICATION PUBLICATION Application No.201621003266 A INDIA Date of filing of Application :29/01/2016 Publication Date : 20/10/2017.

CONFERENCE PAPER

Shrivastava, P., Dalai, S., Sudera, P., Sivam, S. P., Vijayalakshmi, S., & Sharma, P. (2013, February). Development of high strength hydroxyapatite for bone tissue regeneration using nanobioactive glass composites. In AIP Conference Proceedings (Vol. 1512, No. 1, pp. 432-433). American Institute of Physics.

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

Choo, K.Y., Shrivastava, P., Vijayalakshmi, S., Dalai, S.,& Sharma, P. (2011). Synthesis and characterization of bioactive glass microspheres. Theories and Applications of Che Engg, (Vol. 17, No. 2, 1623-1626.