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Adeeba Shakeel

Biotech Research & Innovation Lead
Dubai,DU

Summary

Biotech leader with nearly a decade of experience in medical biotechnology, R&D strategy, and business development. Passionate about advancing biotech innovations through strategic partnerships, cutting-edge research, and translational applications. Expertise in disease modeling, organoid-based drug discovery, targeted gene delivery, biomaterials, and nanomaterials.

A proven track record of building industry-academic collaborations, leading high-impact R&D projects, and managing GMP-compliant labs. Skilled in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and scientific communication, with a strong ability to bridge research and commercialization.

Driven by a vision to accelerate biotech innovation, I am seeking leadership roles in R&D partnerships, business strategy, and medical affairs where I can make a meaningful impact.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Lead Scientist

Technology Innovation Institute
10.2024 - Current
  • Led a team of scientists and researchers, overseeing cell culture and GMP-compliant activities, ensuring high standards in stem cell research, organoid development, and drug screening.
  • Took key strategic decisions in project planning, R&D execution, and partnership development, directly influencing the institute’s research direction and industry collaborations.
  • Established and managed GMP-compliant laboratories, integrating Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for streamlined, high-throughput workflows.
  • Built and nurtured international R&D partnerships with institutions and organizations in US, Europe, and Asia, fostering technology transfer and scientific collaboration.
  • Identified and engaged industry partners, biotech firms, and pharmaceutical companies, exploring opportunities for advanced drug discovery.
  • Provided leadership in team development, mentoring scientists and aligning research efforts with commercial and translational goals.
  • Represented TII-BRC at global conferences and industry forums, strengthening the institute’s presence in biotech innovation, organoid-based disease modeling, and drug discovery.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete complex scientific projects on time and within budget.
  • Managed laboratory resources effectively to ensure smooth operations while minimizing costs.

Senior Researcher

Technology Innovation Institute
01.2023 - Current
  • Leading Research Projects: Overseeing and driving two cutting-edge research projects focused on disease modeling using organoids and exosomes for targeted gene delivery
  • Streamlined research processes for increased efficiency and accuracy, leading to more impactful findings
  • Organoid Development: Designing and optimizing protocols for creating organoids that mimic human disease states, supporting drug discovery and therapeutic research

Post Doctoral Fellow

Khalifa University
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Biomaterials Development: Designed, synthesized, and characterized advanced biomaterials for tissue regeneration, utilizing expertise in biomaterial characterization and cell culture techniques
  • Experimental and Interdisciplinary Research: Led experiments, optimized protocols, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, applying molecular biotechnology and cell culture techniques
  • Grant Writing, Publication, and Mentorship: Contributed to developing two grant proposals, published high impact 5 research articles, and mentored junior researchers, focusing on biomaterials and tissue engineering advancements

Research Associate

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
05.2019 - 02.2021
  • Scaffold Design and Optimization: Designed and developed advanced scaffolds to direct the differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells into specific lineages
  • This involved creating and optimizing scaffold materials and structures to support targeted cell differentiation
  • Exosome Engineering for Drug Delivery: Engineered and characterized exosomes for targeted drug delivery applications
  • This included developing methods to load and release therapeutic agents effectively using exosomes, and evaluating their performance in drug delivery systems
  • Experimental Research and Analysis: Conducted in-depth experimental research, including cell culture, scaffold fabrication, and exosome isolation and characterization
  • Analyzed experimental data to assess the efficacy of scaffolds and exosome-based delivery systems
  • Collaboration and Reporting: Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate scaffold and exosome technologies into broader research projects
  • Prepared detailed reports and presentations on research findings and contributed to scientific publications and grant proposals

Education

Ph.D. - Biotechnology

Amity University
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
04.2015 - 11.2019

Batchelors & Masters of Technology (Dual Degree) - Biotechnology

Amity University
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
04.2010 - 07.2019

Skills

Technical Expertise

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Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/26/91
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Visa Status: Golden Visa

Publications

2025 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2015

Google Scholar

https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?hl=en&user=Gor-DoMAAAAJ

Timeline

Lead Scientist

Technology Innovation Institute
10.2024 - Current

Senior Researcher

Technology Innovation Institute
01.2023 - Current

Post Doctoral Fellow

Khalifa University
09.2021 - 12.2022

Research Associate

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
05.2019 - 02.2021

Ph.D. - Biotechnology

Amity University
04.2015 - 11.2019

Batchelors & Masters of Technology (Dual Degree) - Biotechnology

Amity University
04.2010 - 07.2019

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