Yashika Bakhru

# Highly motivated and detail-oriented B.Tech Biotechnology graduate with a strong foundation in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and genetic engineering # Expertise in laboratory research, data analysis, and applying biotechnological techniques in real-world settings # Passionate about advancing biotechnology for innovative healthcare solutions # Keen to pursue a Master's degree to enhance knowledge of advanced biotechnological concepts and contribute to impactful research in the field.

• Nanomaterials in Male and Female Reproductive Health: Impacts and Opportunities - Shobha A Waghmode, Yashika Bakhru, Ron Raymond Kallery

     A Chapter approved in the book on Nanotechnology and Reproductive Health

• Synthesis of Noble Metal Nanocomposites Using Green Approach and Their In-Vitro Cytotoxicity Assessment on HeLa and Vero Cell Lines - Yashika Bakhru, Chandrashekhar G Raut, Shobha A Waghmode, Prachi Prasad, Manasi Chavan
• Conducted research on the biosynthesis of Curcumin, Gold-Curcumin, and Gold-Chitosan nanoparticles using Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract for potential cervical cancer treatment. Characterized nanoparticles using UV-Vis, SEM, EDS, and FT-IR techniques and performed in-vitro cytotoxicity assessments on HeLa and Vero cell lines, demonstrating dose-dependent inhibition of cancer cell proliferation.

     Research paper under review

• Physical Factors Affecting the Color of the Iris of an Eye -Yashika Bakhru, Pavithra Sekhar

     Study on the environmental and physical factors influencing human eye color and iris      pigmentation  

     Research Article under review

• SiddhaUbtan: A Herbal Ubtan Formulation for Skin Care
  Sharayu Devanand Sathe, Shobha A Waghmode, Yashika Bakhru, Maneesha Shewale

     Published in the Journal of Patents of India, awaiting grant approval.

• Eco-friendly Synthesis of Gold@Curcumin Coreshell Nanoparticles for Cervical Cancer Therapy
  Chandrashekhar G. Raut, Charusheela Gore, Shobha A. Waghmode, Manasi Chavan, Prachi Prasad, Yashika Bakhru, Jitendra Bhawalkar

     Published in the Journal of Patents of India, awaiting grant approval.

• Behavioral Sciences (Amity University)
• Communication Skills (Amity University)
• Language Skills in French (Amity University)
• Bureau of Indian Standards Awareness Campaign
• Python Fundamentals for Beginners
• Introduction to Astrobiology (Mars Society Australia, Amity University Mumbai, Blue Marble Space Washington, Open University UK)

• Award of Appreciation for Organizational Efficiency, Sangathan 2022 (Amity University)
• Winner, BIOHACKERS, Amity University Mumbai
• Admission Scholarship, Amity University Mumbai
• School House Captain, The Bishop's Co-Ed School

• Active participation in environment and sustainability campaigns organized by Pune Ploggers, a youth-led community working towards environment conservation.
• Led the Media Team for a two-day International Conference on Advances in Biotechnology (ICAB), at Amity University Mumbai.
• Managed the three-day cultural fest, Aminova at Amity University
• Led the Social Media and Photography team during National Science Day celebrations at AmiVigyaan Science Fest at Amity University.
• Core Committee member and Media Team Head for AMIBIOME, the Biotechnology event at Amity University
• Played a vital role in the World Antimicrobial Awareness Week campaign.
• Lead photographer for multiple events at Amity University Mumbai.
• Freelance Photography