Francis Amrit, MSc, PhD

Francis Amrit has extensive experience in the field of research and academia. They currently hold a role as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, starting in 2023. Prior to this, they worked as a Translational Genomics Scientist at SignatureDx from 2022 onwards.

From 2011 to 2023, Amrit held various positions at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, including Research Assistant Professor, Strategist, and Project Lead. During this time, they conducted and led multiple research projects, resulting in the publication of over 7 papers and book chapters. They also played a crucial role in securing grant funding of over $1.8 million.

Amrit's research contributions include identifying novel genetic determinants of aging and immunity, specifically uncovering the role of fat metabolism in healthspan. Their work was recognized for its significance in the field, being recommended twice in F1000Prime.

In addition to their academic work, Amrit also gained experience as a Freelance Science Editor and Communicator at Cactus Communications - Medical Communications from 2018 to 2019.

They started their career as a PHD Researcher at the University of Birmingham from 2007 to 2010 and also worked as a Research Scientist at Blood Analysis from 2006 to 2007.

Francis Amrit has an extensive education history. Francis completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business, which they are expected to finish in 2023. Prior to this, they obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Biosciences from the University of Birmingham, where they studied from 2007 to 2010. Francis also holds a Master of Science (M.Sc) degree in Biotechnology from Sheffield Hallam University, obtained in 2005.

Before pursuing their master's degree, Francis earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in Biotechnology, Genetics, and Biochemistry from Bangalore University, which they completed in 2004. Francis also completed a Pre-University Degree at St Aloysius P U College from 1999 to 2001, specializing in Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and Biology. Furthermore, they attended St John's High School from 1989 to 1999.

In addition to their formal education, Francis has also obtained additional certifications. These certifications include a Certificate course in Enzyme Assay and Proteomics (institution not specified) and a Diploma in Gene Cloning obtained from the collaboration between St. Josephs Institute of Gene Technology and Wageningen University, The Netherlands. The specific times of obtaining these certifications are not provided.