Gagan Deep Sharma

Gagan Deep Sharma is a Scientist at Frontage Laboratories, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson R&D since July 2023, and serves as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Florida since August 2020. Prior experience includes a Graduate Research Assistant role at Auburn University from August 2018 to August 2020. Key research focuses include identifying genes involved in the suppression of Wolbachia-mediated Cytoplasmic Incompatibility and exploring potential targets of CidB. Additional work involves developing textile materials for mosquito bite prevention and proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as DNA extractions, PCR, gene cloning, and Western blotting. Gagan Deep Sharma holds a Master's degree in Plant Pathology/Phytopathology from the University of Florida and a Master's degree in Entomology and Plant Pathology from Auburn University, along with a Bachelor's degree in Plant Pathology & Entomology from Punjab Agricultural University.