Jasmin Poushan
BiologyAbout
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Biotechnology researcher with an academic background in Biotechnology and Microbiology, hands-on experience in molecular genetics laboratory procedures, and research experience in the extraction and physicochemical characterization of chitosan from insect and shrimp sources. Experienced in PCR, real-time PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, patient sample processing, bacterial culture, and antibacterial activity assessment.
My research interests include microbiology, biomaterials, antimicrobial applications, gut microbiota, the gut–brain axis, and neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease. I am interested in joining international research collaborations, contributing to scientific literature reviews and research writing, and expanding my experience in interdisciplinary biomedical research. RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Chitosan Extraction and Physicochemical Characterization
Master's Research Project | [University Name]
Investigated the extraction of chitosan from Tenebrio molitor and shrimp-derived sources.
Conducted comparative evaluation of insect-derived, shrimp-derived, and commercial chitosan samples.
Worked with Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) for physicochemical characterization.
Evaluated antibacterial activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa using bacterial culture and colony-counting methods.
Investigated physicochemical properties, including degree of deacetylation, solubility, and molecular weight.
Organized and interpreted experimental results for research reporting and scientific discussion.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Genetics Laboratory Technician / Research Laboratory Staff
Keyvan Laboratory, Genetics Department | [Tehran, Iran]
Performed molecular genetics laboratory procedures, including PCR and real-time PCR (qPCR).
Participated in patient sample processing and diagnostic laboratory workflows.
Worked with DNA/RNA extraction and electrophoresis.
Worked with diagnostic kits and laboratory protocols.
Contributed to kit design-related activities and routine laboratory operations.
LABORATORY SKILLS
Molecular Biology and Molecular Genetics
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Real-Time PCR (qPCR)
DNA and RNA Extraction
Gel Electrophoresis
Patient Sample Processing
Microbiology and Antibacterial Testing
Bacterial Culture
Antibacterial Activity Assays
Bacterial Colony Counting
Biomaterials Characterization
Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
General Laboratory Techniques
Centrifugation
Preparation of Laboratory Solutions and Buffers
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Gut microbiota and its potential association with neurodegenerative diseases
Gut–brain axis and microbial influences on neurological processes
Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders
Neuroinflammation and biological mechanisms of neurodegeneration
Molecular biology and biomedical research
Microbiology and host–microbe interactions
Chitosan, natural biopolymers, and biomaterials
Antimicrobial properties of biological materials
Interdisciplinary research connecting biotechnology, microbiology, and neuroscience
COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH GOALS
Interested in contributing to international research projects through literature review, scientific writing, experimental research, and data organization and interpretation, according to project requirements and established competencies. Particularly interested in interdisciplinary collaborations involving microbiology, molecular biology, gut microbiota, neurodegeneration, and biomaterials.
PUBLICATIONS
No peer-reviewed publications to date.
This section can be updated when a manuscript is submitted, accepted, or published. Manuscripts in preparation may be listed separately when appropriate.
LANGUAGES
Persian: Native
English