Prasanna Sarmah

About

Biological sciences researcher with 5+ years of experience in transcriptomics, genomics data analysis, molecular biology, biomarker discovery, and biotechnology. Combines wet-lab and computational research across RNA-seq analysis, qRT-PCR validation, network analysis, and scientific publication work.

Experience

• Researcher / Project Associate
  CSIR–North East Institute of Science and Technology (CSIR-NEIST) · Jorhat, India
  2020 – 2026

  Conducted transcriptomics research, including RNA-seq data analysis, differential expression analysis, candidate transcript prioritization, and biological interpretation. Investigated gene-expression regulation and biomarker candidates using co-expression/network analysis and pathway-level interpretation. Performed qRT-PCR-based expression validation of selected transcript candidates and interpreted experimental results alongside computational findings. Contributed to molecular biology and biotechnology research involving DNA/RNA workflows, cDNA preparation, plant tissue culture, and microbial cultivation, where applicable to project requirements. Integrated biological datasets and machine-learning approaches to prioritize candidate targets and support hypothesis generation for experimental follow-up. Collaborated with wet-lab and computational researchers; maintained research records and contributed to reports, manuscripts, presentations, and interpretation of results. Contributed to a peer-reviewed publication record of 15+ papers across transcriptomics, biotechnology, medicinal plants, and computational biology.

Education

• 2020 NE
  M.Sc.

  North Eastern Hill University

  Biotechnology & Bioinformatics · 2018 – 2020

  Biotechnology & Bioinformatics · 2018 – 2020
• CS
  PhD

  CSIR-North East Institute of Science and Technology

  Awarded by AcSIR

  Biological Sciences

  Biological Sciences

Skills

Tools / apps / platforms

Projects

• Gene-Expression Validation

  Combined computational transcript prioritization with qRT-PCR-based validation of selected candidates and interpretation of experimental results.

• Transcriptomics and Biomarker Discovery

  Integrated gene-expression datasets with co-expression/network analysis and pathway interpretation to prioritize candidate biomarkers and biological pathways.

Courses & certifications

• Chem Bio IT–QSAR Workshop 2022 · NIPER Mohali · 2022
• Poster Presentation · International Conference on CRISPR & Computational Biology
• NGS Analysis and Drug Discovery Hands-on Training · IBAB Bangalore
• Certification Course on Molecular Dynamics · Udemy

🏆 Achievements & awards

• Top 1,000 Scholars globally in Agarwood & Wood Research

  Ranked 517th globally and 17th in India in Scholarly Index.

📚 Publications

• The functional and structural characterisation of the bZIP transcription factors from Myristica fragrans Houtt. associated to plant disease-resistant defence: An insight from transcriptomics and computational modelling. · 2024
• Computational approach to investigate the role of Myristica fragrans Houtt. compounds for human acetylcholinesterase. · 2025
• In vitro micropropagation of the critically endangered Aquilaria malaccensis Lam. and comparing the effect of PGRs’ through machine learning models. · 2025
• An insight into the immunomodulatory potential of wood oil of Aquilaria malaccensis Lam. with an emphasis into related phytomedicine, biomarkers, pharmacology, and toxicity. · 2022
• Screening of potent inhibitor from Aquilaria malaccensis Lam. against arachidonic inflammatory enzymes: an insight from molecular docking, ADMET, molecular dynamics simulation and MM-PBSA approaches. · 2024
• Genome-wide analysis of CaPDF genes encoding γ-thionin-containing plant defensins in Capsicum annuum L.: insight into oomycete-responsive expression and computational modelling. · 2025
• Development and Optimization of Process for Preparation of Pineapple Wine Using RSM: Exploring Oleochemicals and Anti‐Urease Activity for Enhanced Functional Properties. · 2025
• Physico-chemical, nutritional, and anti-inflammatory properties of processed Garcinia pedunculata fruit: A combined in vitro and in silico approach. · 2025
• Computational insights into insect-derived semiochemicals from Formicidae family as potential JAK1 inhibitors: Virtual screening and molecular dynamics studies. · 2025
• Impact of Different Drying Techniques on Parkia timoriana Pods: Physicochemical, Nutritional, and Bioactive Insights Through In Vitro and In Silico Approaches. · 2025