About Akshata
Akshata is a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior scientist with more than 13 years of experience spanning small-molecule drug discovery, preclinical development, and translational research.
With a strong foundation in in vitro pharmacology, she has led teams to successfully drive projects by coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders and ensuring the delivery of organizational objectives. Her hands-on expertise encompasses novel cell biology techniques, 3D cell culture systems, biophysics, biochemistry, and immunology assays, alongside a deep proficiency in assay development, data analysis, interpretation, and troubleshooting. During her tenure at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, she made significant contributions to assay innovation in biophysics and immunology-driven research.
Akshata holds a Master’s degree in Biotechnology from Mumbai University, and has worked at renowned research institutions such ACTREC, which underpins her scientific rigor and leadership in multidisciplinary R&D programs.
At Abhinavayan Biotech, Akshata serves as an expert drug discovery scientist, contributing deep scientific insight across small-molecule discovery, preclinical development, and translational research. She brings a disciplined, data-driven approach to assay strategy, target evaluation, and experimental design, helping teams make clear, confident decisions at early and critical stages of development.
Highlights
Seasoned Pharmacologist with deep expertise in Immunology, Biophysics
14+ years of experience in Pharma & biotech
Co-inventor in >3 clinical candidates
M.SC. Institute of Science, Mumbai
Worked at esteemed organizations like ACTREC and Glenmark