Scientist • AI/ML engineer • Translational leader

Building where biology, data, and AI meet.

I connect wet-lab biology with computational modeling, automation, and cross-functional execution. My work turns biological complexity into model-ready data, clear decisions, and engineering-friendly scientific systems.

Deepakshi Kasat
My current work Oligonucleotide therapeutics, assay platforms, and AI/ML
How I work I translate biology into data, models, and decisions
Elsie BiotechnologiesCurrent role Creyon BioRNA Therapeutics UC San DiegoGraduate research GileadMedical writing The BioTalk MagazineFounder/editor Cactus CommunicationsPublishing Tecan AcademyAutomation PiramalEarly industry

Profile

I work at the biology-tech interface.

I like the space where experiments become datasets, datasets become models, and models become decisions. I can speak with biologists about assay design, with engineers about data and model requirements, and with stakeholders about what the science means.

6+ yrscell culture and wet-lab work
AI/MLpredictive modeling and hit picking
Bridgescience, engineering, communication

Skills

Technical range, organized around translation.

01

AI/ML engineering

Predictive modeling for oligonucleotide safety and hit-picking.

Specifics

Python data stackscikit-learn + XGBoostQC frameworksPerformance metricsModel interpretationAssay-aware features
02

Assay development

Cell-based and molecular assays that become usable decision systems.

Specifics

NGS workflowsELISA + immunoassaysFlow biomarker assaysHepatotoxicity screeningRT-qPCR + RNA workflowsValidation logic
03

Automation and analysis

Turning bench workflows into scalable, reproducible systems.

Specifics

Tecan FluentHamilton STARIntegra + EchoOperator guidesTroubleshooting systemsReproducible reporting
04

Scientific leadership

Leading across scientists, engineers, writers, students, and communities.

Specifics

Scientist trainingSOP writingBio-to-engineering translationStudent mentorshipBioTalk founderIndustry programs
05

Cell and molecular biology

Hands-on experimental biology across cells, RNA, proteins, imaging, and immune readouts.

Specifics

Primary cell cultureiPSC-derived modelsFlow cytometryConfocal + high-content imagingRNA-seq + RT-qPCRCRISPR + transfection

Project atlas

Explore the work behind my profile.

I have grouped my research, AI/ML, automation, scientific communication, and leadership work into deeper project pages.

AI and oligonucleotide research illustration
GSK / Elsie Bio

Oligonucleotide therapeutics platform science

Assay development, automation, high-throughput screening, computational analysis, and AI/ML.

Bench to Bytes AI ML course
Self-directed course

Bench to Bytes

A 12-week AI/ML curriculum for molecular biology scientists moving from wet lab to data products.

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Creyon Bio

RNA therapeutics safety screening

Neurotoxicity/cardiotoxicity assays, imaging workflows, and analysis automation.

Type I IFN research visual
UC San Diego

Type-I IFN and tumor immune activity

Experimental design, immunology, and translational interpretation.

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Teaching

Biotech Lab: CRISPR-Cas9

Making experimental biotechnology understandable and teachable.

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AI-Science project

Experimental Design with AI

My public project on using AI to structure scientific questions, workflows, and analysis.

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Gilead Sciences

Medical writing and regulatory clarity

Clinical study reports and science communication for high-stakes contexts.

Tecan certification
Lab automation

Tecan FluentControl certification

Instrument fluency and automation-aware research execution.

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Founder/editor

The BioTalk Magazine

Science storytelling, editorial leadership, and community-building.

Breakfast with Industry event
Bioengineering Graduate Society

Co-chair, Breakfast with Industry

Connecting students with biotechnology and engineering industry leaders.

Bio-Entrepreneurship Competition
Entrepreneurship

Chair, Bio-Entrepreneurship Competition

Building platforms for biotechnology ideas, teams, and execution.

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Clinical genetics

Helix Genetic and Pathology Lab

Clinical lab exposure and genetics workflows.

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Editage

Journal submission and editorial work

Helping science move clearly through publication workflows.

Testimonials

What collaborators notice.

“Deepakshi was a pleasure to work with. She works independently and can search the literature, design experiments, and follow protocols. She has the potential to become an outstanding scientist.”

Dr. Jack Bui, Director, UC San Diego

“Despite initially having no prior experience in these specific assays, Deepakshi quickly acquired the necessary skills to conduct experiments independently. Her efforts were instrumental in developing automation scripts that streamlined our data analysis pipeline.”

Rafael Renteria, Principal Neuroscientist, Creyon Bio

“After being given a question regarding assay optimization, she independently conceptualized, planned, executed, analyzed, and interpreted experiments. The experiments she planned were robust and well controlled.”

Tim Nicholson-Shaw, Sr. Scientist and RNA Biologist

“Deepakshi is diligent, creative and an excellent communicator. She learned Python skills to analyze experimental data and is passionate as a scientist.”

Swagatam Mukhopadhyay, Chief Scientific Officer, Creyon Bio

“She is an excellent communicator with great attention to detail. Her leadership skills and can-do attitude make her a valuable addition to any team.”

Chinmayi Kashyap, UC San Diego collaborator

“Deepakshi channelized her passion, leadership qualities, and management skills toward building a strong scientific community of biotechnology enthusiasts.”

Nikhil Patil, Scientist and BioTalk Magazine advisor

Publications and scientific writing

Peer-reviewed work, presentations, and public science commentary.

My writing spans mechanistic biology, oligonucleotide safety, data analysis, AI in science, and public-facing science communication.

Beyond the lab

I build communities, stay curious, and keep learning beyond the lab.

Community, service, movement, and art shape how I lead, learn, and collaborate.

Volunteering

Service across education, biotech, and community

MedTech Mentor Young Women in Bio Lafayette Elementary Teach for India Akanksha Foundation Punarvas Foundation Sampoorna Shiksha Hema Foundation
Interests

Movement, travel, and performance

Scuba certified Skiing Pickleball Squash Ping pong Travel Bharatanatyam

Contact

Looking for a scientist-engineer who can lead where biology meets AI?

Let’s talk about biotech, AI/ML, and translational science.