Nimesha Fernandes

Name : Nimesha Fernandes

Designation : Project Assistant

Brief Background :

I am a microbiologist with expertise in medical microbiology, molecular biology, and environmental biology. My professional experience includes roles as a Food Safety Supervisor in the UAE and a Quality Control Officer at Molbio Diagnostics. I have conducted diverse research projects, including characterizing cold-tolerant Arctic bacteria, studying nicotine-degrading microorganisms, and exploring eco-friendly mosquito larvicidal agents using soil bacteria and plant extracts.

Contact Details :

  • MSc Microbiology | June 2018 – October 2020 (St Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Mumbai, India)
  • BSc Microbiology | July 2015 – April 2018 (Govt College of Arts, Science & Commerce Khandola, Goa, India)
  • My current research focuses on isolating psychrophilic organisms with the potential to produce hydrogen, contributing to sustainable energy solutions and advancing our understanding of extremophiles in energy production.

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