Science, Technology and Engineering

Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

Department of Biochemistry

Graduate Profile

Mrs. Kruti Patel completed the Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics in 2006, and is currently working at the Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Biomarker Translation, in the area of monoclonal antibody development: ‘magic bullets' against diseases including cancer and arthritis. This work involves utilisation of various techniques in cell biology, recombinant DNA, protein chemistry and tissue culture. Kruti credits the Masters course for providing the training necessary for her work.

"My experiences in the Master of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics course were truly positive as this course proved to be a backbone for making my career in this field of scientific research. The best part of the course was to work individually on a given research project under the supervision of a mentor. This provided the ability to enhance problem solving skills, and better understand the techniques and principles involved in biochemistry. The people in the Department are very friendly, helpful and supportive. The department is equipped with quality instruments and systems which make research work easy and interesting."