CSIR-IMMT - India
AUTHOR PROFILE
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
AVISHEK KAR has submitted his thesis at the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) in Biological Science. His thesis, titled "Development of self-assembled DNA nanomaterials for modulating gene expression in cancer cell lines," was completed in the Environment and Sustainability Department at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology in Bhubaneswar, India. He holds an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from the Department of Biotechnology at North Orissa University, Baripada, India, with a CGPA of 8.25/10 and 76.67% marks, earned between 2012 and 2014. He also earned a B.Sc. in Zoology (Honors) from Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, India, achieving 70% in honors and an aggregate percentage of 64.05% from 2009 to 2012.
JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS:
AVISHEK KAR has contributed significantly to the field of biological science through numerous publications. His research includes studies on stable monomeric branched DNA nanostructures, as published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules in 2024. He co-authored a paper on peptide nanostructures-based delivery of DNA nanomaterial therapeutics for gene expression regulation, published in Molecular Therapy Nucleic Acids in 2023. His work on oncogenic miRNA-mediated cell proliferation using self-assembled DNA nanostructures was featured in BMC Cancer in 2022. Additionally, he has researched the miRNA-mediated alteration of sulfatase modifying factor 1 expression using branched DNA nanostructures, published in RSC Advances in 2021. His earlier work includes a meta-analysis of TLR4 and TLR9 SNPs implicated in severe malaria, published in the Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical in 2017.
RESEARCH FOCUS:
AVISHEK KAR’s primary research focus is the development of self-assembled DNA nanomaterials to modulate gene expression in cancer cell lines. This innovative approach aims to advance cancer treatment by targeting gene expression at the molecular level, offering new therapeutic possibilities.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Throughout his career, AVISHEK KAR has gained extensive professional experience in the field of biotechnology and biological science. His work at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology in Bhubaneswar has equipped him with valuable skills and knowledge, contributing to his research excellence and professional growth.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS:
AVISHEK KAR has demonstrated academic excellence throughout his educational journey. His high CGPA during his M.Sc. studies and notable marks during his B.Sc. reflect his dedication and proficiency in his field. His academic achievements have laid a strong foundation for his research career.
RESEARCH IMPACT:
The impact of AVISHEK KAR’s research is evident through his multiple publications in reputable journals. His work on DNA nanomaterials and their application in gene expression modulation has garnered significant attention and contributes to the advancement of biological science and biotechnology.
HONORS AND AWARDS:
AVISHEK KAR’s dedication to his field has earned him recognition and accolades. His innovative research and contributions to biological science and biotechnology have established him as a prominent figure in his area of expertise, deserving of honor and appreciation.
NOTABLE PUBLICATION
Minimum number of oligonucleotide-based stable monomeric branched DNA nanostructure: Biochemical and biophysical study
Authors: Kar, A., Baral, B., Subudhi, U.
Year: 2024
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Peptide nanostructures-based delivery of DNA nanomaterial therapeutics for regulating gene expression
Authors: Baral, B., Panigrahi, B., Kar, A., Mandal, D., Subudhi, U.
Year: 2023
Journal: Molecular Therapy Nucleic Acids
Self-assembled DNA nanostructure containing oncogenic miRNA-mediated cell proliferation by downregulation of FOXO1 expression
Authors: Kar, A., Kumari, K., Mishra, S.K., Subudhi, U.
Year: 2022
Journal: BMC Cancer
miRNA-mediated alteration of sulfatase modifying factor 1 expression using self-assembled branched DNA nanostructures
Authors: Kumari, K., Kar, A., Nayak, A.K., Mishra, S.K., Subudhi, U.
Year: 2021
Journal: RSC Advances