Обязанности и достижения:
As a Research Associate at the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS), My job responsibilities include
Sample Collection: Collecting samples from the field to support the development of a lateral flow immunoassay-based serotyping-specific diagnostic kit for Foot and Mouth Disease
Cell Culture Laboratory Maintenance: Ensuring proper maintenance and upkeep of the cell culture laboratory, including sterility protocols and equipment management.
ELISA Conductivity: Performing Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assays (ELISAs) on collected field samples to detect antibodies or antigens related to Foot and Mouth
Cell Propagation and Subculturing: Propagating cells and performing subcultures to ensure a continuous supply of viable cells
Freezing and Thawing Cells: Freezing and thawing cell lines to preserve
Assisting Teachers: Providing assistance to teachers during lectures and practical sessions, contributing to the educational process by knowledge sharing
Our team first developed a cell culture laboratory in UVAS, Lahore (sub-campus Narowal) and then made it functional. We developed huge virus seeds and conducted research on various field related issues.