Dr. Vikas Sharma
Eagle Genomics (United Kingdom), Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Lovely Professional University
0000-0002-1095-4030
About
Dr. Vikas Sharma is an accomplished computational biologist known for his expertise in genomics and next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analytics. Holding a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics and Genomics from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, India, he has consistently showcased a remarkable ability to unravel complex biological data.
During his postdoctoral research at IIT Mandi, Dr. Sharma delved into synthetic microbial consortia and NGS applications, igniting his passion for understanding genetic intricacies. He further honed his skills at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, India, where he focused on whole genome sequencing, comparative genomics, and metagenomics profiling of clinical samples.
Transitioning into the industry, Dr. Sharma became a Bioinformatics Scientific Manager at Eagle Genomics Ltd., Hyderabad, India. Here, he excelled in multi-omics analyses, designing cutting-edge data workflows, and collaborating across disciplines to provide practical solutions. His expertise in computational genomics and his talent for translating research into impactful outcomes have solidified his position as a valuable asset in both academia and industry.
Beyond his professional roles, Dr. Sharma actively contributes to the scientific community. He serves as a reviewer, referee, and guest editor for several esteemed journals, leveraging his expertise to ensure the quality of scientific research. He is also a proud member of several international societies, where he engages with fellow experts to stay at the forefront of advancements in his field. Additionally, Dr. Sharma's influence extends to his role as a consultant for external research projects, where he lends his insights and guidance to further the progress of innovative studies.
Employment
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Eagle Genomics (United Kingdom)2022 - Present
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Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Postdoctoral Research Associate2020 - 2022
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Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India Senior Project Scientist2019 - 2020
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Jaypee University of Information Technology Senior Research Fellow2013 - 2013
Education
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Indian Institute of Technology Mandi Ph.D.2013 - 2019
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Lovely Professional University Integrated B.Tech. - M.Tech. Biotechnology2007 - 2012
Projects & Funding
Projects & funding information is unavailable.
Publications (16)
- Microbial cell-free DNA detection: Minimally invasive diagnosis of infectious diseases Save
- Anaerobic co-digestion of food waste, bio-flocculated sewage sludge, and cow dung in CSTR using E(C2)Tx synthetic consortia Save
- Direct diagnosis of scrub typhus by full-length 16S rRNA gene analysis using Oxford Nanopore sequencing Save
- Comparative genomics reveals the evolution of antimicrobial resistance in Bacteroides nordii. Save
- Colonization of the central venous catheter by Stenotrophomonas maltophilia in an ICU setting: an impending outbreak managed in time Save
- Comparative gut microbiome analysis of the Prakriti and Sasang systems reveals functional level similarities in constitutionally similar classes Save
- In silico functional and evolutionary analyses of rubber oxygenases (RoxA and RoxB) Save
- Functional signature analysis of extreme Prakriti endo-phenotypes in gut microbiome of western Indian rural population Save
- Enterotype Variations of the Healthy Human Gut Microbiome in Different Geographical Regions Save
- Exploration of Survival Traits, Probiotic Determinants, Host Interactions, and Functional Evolution of Bifidobacterial Genomes Using Comparative Genomics Save