About

Motivated and detail-focused microbiologist with a solid background in clinical diagnostics, laboratory techniques, and infection control. Experienced in identifying and analyzing microbial pathogens, conducting molecular and culture-based tests, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols in medical laboratories. Continuing OMICS training, passionate about contributing to patient care and public health. I am currently seeking an opportunity to apply my expertise in microbiology to support accurate diagnosis, timely reporting, and high standards in clinical laboratory services. Publications: 1. Kiran Kumar Kolathur*1, Radhakanta Nag*2, Prathvi V Shenoy3 , Yagya Malik3, Sai Manasa Varanasi4, Ramcharan Angom4, Debabrata Mukhopadhyay4. Molecular Susceptibility and Treatment Challenges in Melanoma. https://doi.org/10.3390/cells13161383, Aug 20, 2024 MDPI, Cells. 2. Radhakanta Nag, Bidhu Bhusan Makut, Pritikrishna Majhi, Saubhagya Manjari Samantaray. An Opportunity for Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical, Algal Biotechnology, Market. 10.1201/9781003219194-19, July 2024, Taylor & Francis. 3. Bidhu Bhusan Makut, Pritikrishna Majhi, Sanjeev Mishra, Mohammad Aslam, Radhakanta Nag. Microalgae: Next-generation Feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-83721-0_3, Springer, 2025 Submitted gene sequence data to NCBI (National Centre for Biotechnology Information, USA) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/1799637460 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/1815601919 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/nuccore/1391906922

Skills

  • Conduct microbiological diagnostics
  • Perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing
  • PCR and RT-PCR for rapid pathogen detection
  • Operate laboratory equipment
  • Analyze and report lab results
  • Ensure compliance with NABL/NABH/ISO standards QC
  • Manage sample tracking and data entry via LIS
  • Contribute to hospital infection control
  • Advanced OMICS training in genomics & proteomics
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Odia

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Experience

  • Teaching Assistant at   OUAT, CBSH  
  • June, 2019 - September, 2022