Prithviraj Gavai
Dublin,India
Summary
Motivated and research-driven scientist with expertise in molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and sustainable biotechnologies. Proficient in experimental design, data interpretation, metadata management, and the application of FAIR data principles. Skilled in scripting (Python, R), database usage (NCBI, UniProt), and building reproducible curation workflows. Experienced in green chemistry methods for eco-friendly pigment extraction and biopolymer development for sustainable packaging. Recognized for strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to clearly communicate complex biological data. Dedicated to advancing sustainable research and innovation aligned with global SDGs through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Biocurator
ELUCIDATA
New Delhi, India
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Using Polly - Elucidata, the company's specialized dataset curation application, for efficient data organization and analysis.
- Utilizing Ontology Lookup Service (OLS) to ensure datasets align with established ontologies for tissues, cells, cell lines, and diseases.
- Ensuring datasets meet quality standards, consistency, and accuracy through meticulous curation practices.
- Curated biological data by reviewing and annotating genomic information to enhance resource accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive data integration and adherence to standards.
- Assisted in the development of user-friendly tools for data analysis and visualisation to support research initiatives.
- Contributed to the optimisation of data management workflows by identifying areas for improvement and suggesting solutions.
- Implemented quality control procedures to validate data integrity and facilitate efficient retrieval processes.
- Curated and annotated high-throughput biological datasets (transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) on Polly, ensuring compliance with FAIR data principles.
- Standardized metadata using ontologies and controlled vocabularies (GO, Disease Ontology, MeSH, ChEBI).
- Implemented data quality checks to improve consistency, accuracy, and reusability of curated datasets.
- Collaborated with bioinformaticians and product teams to enhance database usability and annotation workflows.
- Contributed to building reproducible curation pipelines for large-scale public datasets (e.g., GEO, ArrayExpress, TCGA).
- Supported downstream applications such as machine learning model training and biological insight generation through high-quality curated data.
Education
Master of Science - Biological and Biomolecular Science
University College Dublin
Dublin 09.2025 -
M.Sc. - Biotechnology
MIT WORLD PEACE UNIVERSITY
01.2021 - 01.2023
B.Sc. - Microbiology
SINHGAD COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
08.2018 - 08.2021
Skills
- Molecular biology, genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics
- Understanding of gene/protein function, pathways, and disease biology
- Experimental data interpretation and metadata management
- Annotation of biological entities using ontologies and controlled vocabularies (GO, Disease Ontology, ChEBI, MeSH, Sequence Ontology)
- Metadata standardization and adherence to FAIR data principles
- Data quality control and validation
- Database usage: NCBI, UniProt, Ensembl, GEO, ArrayExpress
- Scripting and data handling: Python, R
- Basic data visualization and analysis
- Designing and maintaining reproducible curation workflows
- Documentation, reporting, and collaborative work with bioinformaticians and database developers
- Green Chemistry: Application of Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES) for eco-friendly extraction
- Spectrophotometry: Quantitative analysis of carotenoids (β-carotene equivalents)
- Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction: Optimization of carotenoid yield from floral waste
Research & Analytical Skills Soft Skills
Biological & Domain Expertise
Data Curation & Annotation
Bioinformatics & Computational Skills
Technical & Project Skills
- Phytochemical Analysis: Carotenoid stability studies (thermal, light, storage)
- Microbiology Techniques: Antifungal bioassays against Sclerotia rolfsii and Botrytis cinerea
- Kinetic Modelling: Degradation rate kinetics and half-life determination of bioactive compounds
- Biopolymer Development: Fabrication of biodegradable food packaging films
- Experimental design and optimization of solvent systems
- Comparative analysis of green solvents vs conventional solvents (methanol)
- Data interpretation and statistical analysis of extraction efficiency
- Literature review and scientific writing
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Effective communication of complex biological data
- Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem-solving: Tackling floral waste management with sustainable solutions
- Innovation: Development of bio-based antifungal agents and biodegradable films
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Likely worked in a lab/research group setting
- Project Management: Handling multi-stage research (extraction, stability, antifungal assays, film trials)
- Sustainability Awareness: Aligning research with SDGs (waste reduction, eco-friendly packaging)
Websites
Certification
- Abstract Presentation, Presented research on 'Extraction of carotenoids using sugar-organic acid based natural deep eutectic solvent systems from waste marigold flowers' at the 6th International Conference of Advances in Biosciences and Biotechnology hosted by Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida., 01/01/23
- Certificate of Runner-Up, Participated in Hack-MIT WPU., 03/01/23
- Certificate of Participation, Best practices in Mammalian Cell Culture, Merck Life Science, Bangalore., 11/01/22
- Certificate of Participation, Molecular Biology for Young Scientists - Workshop hosted by IISER, Pune., 01/01/19
Patent
Patent Application: 'Natural Deep Eutectic-Based Solvent Extraction of Carotenoids From Used Marigold Flowers'
- Application Number: 202421045442
- Filing Date: June 12, 2024
- Publication Number: 30/2024
- Publication Date: July 26, 2024
Timeline
Master of Science - Biological and Biomolecular Science
University College Dublin
09.2025 -
Biocurator
ELUCIDATA
10.2023 - 06.2025
M.Sc. - Biotechnology
MIT WORLD PEACE UNIVERSITY
01.2021 - 01.2023
B.Sc. - Microbiology
SINHGAD COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
08.2018 - 08.2021