Dinesh Kumar
Postdoctoral Researcher
Gwangju
Summary
Accomplished postdoctoral researcher with 4+ years of expertise in antimicrobial peptide biochemistry, biomaterials development, and AI-enhanced research methodologies. Proven track record in securing competitive research funding (NRF Korea), publishing high-impact research (20+ peer-reviewed publications), and mentoring graduate students. Skilled in experimental design, statistical analysis, and advanced laboratory techniques. Known for delivering impactful results and consistently driving projects to successful completion.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
Chosun University
03.2021 - Current
- Successfully secured and managed NRF Korea grant (2021R1I1A1A01051673) worth significant funding for antimicrobial agent development
- Led multidisciplinary research projects involving peptide synthesis, microbiology, and AI-enhanced drug discovery
- Demonstrated exceptional project management skills with minimal supervision while meeting critical milestones
- Supervised and guided research projects for 4 Ph.D. students and 1 Master's student
- Provided comprehensive training in microbiology techniques, biochemical assays, and peptide synthesis methods
- Developed curriculum and taught advanced concepts in antimicrobial peptide mechanisms and structure-activity relationships
- Mentored students in scientific writing, data analysis, and presentation skills
- Pioneered novel approaches in antimicrobial peptide design using AI-assisted tools
- Established collaborative networks with international research institutions
- Implemented cutting-edge characterization techniques including optical diffraction tomography
- Research Leadership & Grant Management:
- Mentoring & Teaching Excellence:
- Research Innovation:
Medical Records Reviewer
Trivent Legal Systems
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Analyzed complex medical case studies for legal proceedings involving medical malpractice and personal injury cases
- Achieved 95%+ quality consistency, earning "Best Performer" and "Best Newcomer" awards
- Developed standardized templates and protocols for medical chronology preparation
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills in evaluating medical data accuracy and relevance
Research Intern
Central Leather Research Institute
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Isolated and characterized thermostable bacterial strains from industrial waste
- Gained foundational experience in microbial identification and biotechnological applications
Education
Ph.D. - Peptide Biochemistry
Chosun University
Gwangju, South Korea 03.2017 - 02.2021
M.Sc. - Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Chettinad University
Chennai, India 07.2014 - 06.2016
B.Tech - Biotechnology
Anna University
Chennai, India 09.2009 - 08.2013
Skills
Peptide Science & Drug Discovery
- Peptide Synthesis: Solid-phase peptide synthesis, microwave-assisted synthesis, cyclic peptide development
- Antimicrobial Research: Structure-activity relationships (SAR), resistance mechanisms, biofilm inhibition
- Peptidomimetics: Design and development of peptide analogs and oligomers
Advanced Analytical & Characterization Methods
- Chromatography & Spectroscopy: RP-HPLC, LC-MS, FTIR, 2D NMR, CD spectral analysis
- Microscopy: Confocal microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, morphological analysis
- Flow Cytometry: Multi-color analysis, cell viability assessment
Molecular Biology & Cell Culture
- Molecular Techniques: DNA/RNA isolation, RT-PCR, protein sequencing, ELISA, Western blot
- Cell Culture: Primary cell culture, stem cell differentiation, anti-cancer assays, ROS measurement
- Microbiology: Antimicrobial susceptibility testing, biofilm assays, bacterial killing mechanisms
In Vivo Research & Animal Models
- Rodent Models: Handling, maintenance, drug administration, survival assays, tissue extraction
- Zebrafish Models: Breeding, toxicity profiling, developmental studies
- Histopathology: Specimen preparation, morphological analysis, skin regeneration studies
Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering
- Scaffold Development: Electrospinning, sol-gel synthesis, bioactive material characterization
- Drug Delivery: Sustained release systems, nanoparticle formulation
- Bone Tissue Engineering: Bioglass ceramics, implant materials
AI & Computational Biology
- Bioinformatics Tools: BLAST, SWISS-PROT, I-TASSER, UCSF Chimera, AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold
- AI-Enhanced Research: PeptideRanker, CAMPR3, ProteinGAN, BioBERT, KNIME
- Programming: Python (beginner), molecular docking, whole genome sequencing analysis
- AI Content Evaluation: Expert assessment of AI-generated biological hypotheses and data analysis
AI Model Training & Evaluation Expertise
- Content Assessment: Critically evaluate AI-generated biochemical content for scientific accuracy and relevance
- Prompt Engineering: Develop and refine complex biology prompts to improve AI model outputs
- Quality Assurance: Identify and correct errors in AI responses related to peptide structure-function relationships
- Research Integration: Successfully integrate AI tools (ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Gemini AI, Grok, perplexity) into research workflows
- Scientific Validation: Ensure AI outputs align with current scientific literature and research standards
Awards
National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) Grant | June 2021 - May 2024, Project: Development of novel antimicrobial agents with potent anti-biofilm activity against drug-resistant pathogens to prevent biomaterial-associated infection, Grant Reference: 2021R1I1A1A01051673, Role: Principal Investigator, Conference Awards:, Best Poster Award - 25th Korean Peptide and Protein Society Symposium (2022), Best Presentation Award - AVIDADHAM 2016 International Conference
Affiliations
- Korean Peptide and Protein Society
- International research collaboration networks in peptide biochemistry
- AI and computational biology research communities
Publications
- First Author Publications (11): High-impact journals including Advanced Science, Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, and International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents
- Co-Author Publications (11): Collaborative research spanning antimicrobial peptides, biomaterials, and drug discovery
- Notable Recent Publications:
- Kumar, S.D., et al. (2025). "Novel leech antimicrobial peptides, hirunipins: Real-time 3D monitoring using optical diffraction tomography." Advanced Science, 12(10), 2409803.
- Kumar, S.D., et al. (2024). "Antibacterial, antibiofilm, and anti-inflammatory effects of a novel thrombin-derived peptide." Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 67(21), 19791-19812.
- Kim, E. Y., Kumar, S. D., et al. (2023). "Evaluation of deoxythymidine-based cationic amphiphiles as antimicrobial, antibiofilm, and anti-inflammatory agents." International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, 62(3), 106909.
- Kumar, S. D., et al. (2022). "Cationic, amphipathic small molecules based on a triazine–piperazine–triazinine scaffold as a new class of antimicrobial agents." European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 243, 114747.
- Kumar, S. D., & Shin, S. Y. (2020). "Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities of short dodecapeptides derived from duck cathelicidin: Plausible mechanism of bactericidal action and endotoxin neutralization." European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 204, 112580.
Communication Skills
- Experienced in presenting complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
- Proven ability to translate technical research into accessible formats
- Strong scientific writing and peer review experience
Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher
Chosun University
03.2021 - Current
Ph.D. - Peptide Biochemistry
Chosun University
03.2017 - 02.2021
M.Sc. - Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Chettinad University
07.2014 - 06.2016
Medical Records Reviewer
Trivent Legal Systems
09.2013 - 05.2014
Research Intern
Central Leather Research Institute
02.2013 - 05.2013
B.Tech - Biotechnology
Anna University
09.2009 - 08.2013
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