SHILPA R TIKEKAR
Pharmacy in Matawan, NJ

Professional Chronology & Scientific Accomplishments
Research Experience St. John's University
Teaching Fellow Forest Laboratories - Commack, NY
Internship Li Taka Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Management Trainee

St. John's University - Jamaica, NY
Doctorate in Philosophy St. John's University - Jamaica, NY
Master of Science in Industrial Pharmacy M.C.E. Society's Allana College of Pharmacy, Pune University - Pune, Maharashtra
Bachelor of Pharmacy

Professional Skills & Proficiencies Separation/spectroscopic sciences and instrumentation (TLC, HPLC, UNV/Vis, Fluorescence Spectrometer. Proven lab management skills - particle size analysis (Nicomp 380/DLS Particle sizer), Lyophilization (Labconcno Lyophilizer), Micro-well Plate Reader (Triad), Laser Diodes for Photodynamic Therapy and Fluorescence Imaging. FTIR (Perkin Elmer Spectrum 100), DSC (Perkin Elmer), TGA (Perkin Elmer), XRD, Gas Chromatography, Dynamic Contact Angle Analyzer, and Vapor Sorption Analyzer. Testing parameters for powders, granules, tablets, and capsules. Development and characterization of liquid oral dosage form involving co-solvents, preservatives; optimization for product viscosity and color. Polymer Science - synthesis, conjugation, purification, and characterization. Cell culture, viability assay, radioactive binding assay, and biotechnological lab techniques. Optimization and characterization of micro- and nano-particulate formulations. Evaluated samples for key sources to quantify drugs using new analytical techniques.