Ms HUMA FATIMA, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, India
Dr. [Your Name] recently submitted a Ph.D. thesis titled “Studies on β-lactamase from Bacillus tropicus EMB20 for alleviation of antibiotic pollution and antimicrobial resistance” at IIT Delhi. Their research focuses on enzyme biocatalysis, molecular biology, and nanobiotechnology, specifically exploring β-lactamase expression, purification, and immobilization for antibiotic degradation. They pioneered enzyme immobilization techniques to enhance stability and reusability and contributed to whole-genome sequencing of Bacillus tropicus EMB20. Additionally, they synthesized meropenem nanoflowers with potent antibacterial and antibiofilm activity. Their interdisciplinary expertise spans protein biochemistry, synthetic microbiology, antimicrobial assays, and nanomaterial characterization. Passionate about sustainable environmental management, they aim to develop enzyme-based solutions for tackling antibiotic pollution and antimicrobial resistance. Recognized with prestigious fellowships and travel awards, they have published impactful research in high-impact journals. They aspire to leverage their expertise in a postdoctoral role, contributing to cutting-edge advancements in biotechnology and environmental remediation.
Publication Profile
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Education
Dr.HUMA FATIMA holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from IIT Delhi (2019-2024), where their research focused on β-lactamase from Bacillus tropicus EMB20 for alleviating antibiotic pollution and antimicrobial resistance. Under the guidance of Prof. Sunil Kumar Khare and Prof. Preeti Srivastava, they worked extensively on enzyme expression, purification, immobilization, and nanobiotechnology applications. Prior to this, they completed a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biosciences from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi (2015-2017), with an outstanding CGPA of 9.0/10. Under the supervision of Prof. Luqman Ahmad Khan, they explored antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and enzyme biocatalysis, earning a Gold Medal for academic excellence. They also hold a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biotechnology from the same university (2012-2015), where they achieved a remarkable CGPA of 9.8/10 and was honored with another Gold Medal. Their academic journey reflects a strong foundation in biotechnology, microbiology, and environmental bioremediation.
Experience
Dr. HUMA FATIMA has extensive research experience in enzyme biocatalysis and nanobiotechnology. As a Ph.D. Research Scholar at IIT Delhi (2019-2024), they focused on β-lactamase enzymes for antibiotic degradation, developing innovative immobilization techniques to enhance stability and reusability. Their work also included nanobiotechnology approaches, such as synthesizing nanoflowers with antibacterial properties, and contributing to the whole-genome sequencing of Bacillus tropicus EMB20. During their M.Sc. at Jamia Millia Islamia (2015-2017), they investigated antimicrobial resistance mechanisms under Prof. Luqman Ahmad Khan. Additionally, as a Research Assistant in a biotechnology lab (2017-2019), they gained expertise in molecular biology, protein purification, and enzyme kinetics. Their academic excellence has been recognized through multiple awards, including the RETA Grant (2024) and RSTA Grant (2023) from IIT Delhi, the prestigious DST INSPIRE Fellowship (2019), and qualifications in CSIR-NET (2017) and GATE (2018). They also earned Gold Medals for their M.Sc. (2017) and B.Sc. (2015) degrees at Jamia Millia Islamia.
Awards & Honors
Dr. HUMA FATIMA has been recognized with several prestigious awards and honors for academic excellence and research contributions. They received the Research Excellence Travel Award (RETA) from IIT Delhi in 2024 and the Research Scholar Travel Award (RSTA) in 2023, enabling them to present their research at international conferences. In 2019, they were awarded the highly competitive DST INSPIRE Fellowship (IF19004) by the Government of India, supporting their doctoral studies. Their academic achievements include qualifying the CSIR-NET (Lectureship) in 2017 and GATE in Life Sciences in 2018, demonstrating their strong grasp of biosciences. Their exceptional performance during their postgraduate and undergraduate studies earned them Gold Medals in M.Sc. Biosciences (2017) and B.Sc. Biotechnology (2015) from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. These accolades highlight their dedication to research, innovation, and excellence in the fields of biotechnology, molecular biology, and environmental sustainability.
Research Focus
Dr. HUMA FATIMA specializes in enzyme biocatalysis, molecular biology, and nanobiotechnology for addressing environmental and health challenges. Their primary research revolves around β-lactamase enzymes for antibiotic degradation, combating antimicrobial resistance, and reducing pharmaceutical pollution. They have developed advanced enzyme immobilization techniques to enhance enzyme reusability and stability. Their work extends to the whole-genome sequencing of Bacillus tropicus EMB20, providing insights into its biotechnological potential. Additionally, they have explored nanomaterials for biomedical applications, including the synthesis of meropenem nanoflowers with potent antibacterial and antibiofilm properties. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes protein purification, synthetic microbiology, antimicrobial assays, and nanomaterial characterization. Passionate about sustainable solutions, they aim to apply their research to environmental bioremediation, public health, and industrial biotechnology.
Publication Top Notes
1️⃣ Applicability of β-lactamase entrapped agarose discs for removal of doripenem antibiotic: reusability and scale-up studies – Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology (Accepted)
2️⃣ Efficient remediation of meropenem using Bacillus tropicus EMB20 β-lactamase immobilized on magnetic nanoparticles – J Environ Manage, 329, 117054 (2023)
3️⃣ Insights from the genome sequence of Bacillus tropicus EMB20, an efficient β-lactamase-producing bacterium – 3 Biotech, 12(12), 330 (2022)
4️⃣ Meropenem incorporated Nanoflowers as Nano Antibiotics: A Promising Strategy for Combating Antimicrobial Resistance and Biofilm-Associated Infections – Inorg. Chem. Commun. (Under Review)
5️⃣ Cloning and expression of β-lactamase gene from B. tropicus EMB20 with non-classical inclusion bodies – Submitted to Int. J. Biological Macromolecules