Malini Elango
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Tai Ka Chun (Gordon)
It was my absolute pleasure and honour to have worked with Malini in the 12th cohort of the Axiata University Leadership Development Programme. What I admire most in Malini is her grasp of her field of expertise, and her ability to critically and creatively apply her learnings instantaneously, an ability which shone best during business simulations. In one particular simulation, the rest of the team was struggling to innovate and running behind on time, but Malini quickly stepped up and led us to produce a winning idea and prototype. Her criticality in examining the problems that we faced allowed us to produce a thorough pitch that successfully convinced the judges, culminating in a podium finish in a simulation that we expected the least to achieve. Malini is also an adaptable figure and is detailed in research writing and idea integration. During our simulations, we were commonly asked to research and refer to mountains of information and details, and given tasks with varying degrees of difficulty. Malini was typically a point of reference and was usually seen playing a supporting role in projects by providing details and assistance on-the-go. Overall, Malini is a brilliant and competent individual whom I wholeheartedly recommend.
Tai Ka Chun (Gordon)
It was my absolute pleasure and honour to have worked with Malini in the 12th cohort of the Axiata University Leadership Development Programme. What I admire most in Malini is her grasp of her field of expertise, and her ability to critically and creatively apply her learnings instantaneously, an ability which shone best during business simulations. In one particular simulation, the rest of the team was struggling to innovate and running behind on time, but Malini quickly stepped up and led us to produce a winning idea and prototype. Her criticality in examining the problems that we faced allowed us to produce a thorough pitch that successfully convinced the judges, culminating in a podium finish in a simulation that we expected the least to achieve. Malini is also an adaptable figure and is detailed in research writing and idea integration. During our simulations, we were commonly asked to research and refer to mountains of information and details, and given tasks with varying degrees of difficulty. Malini was typically a point of reference and was usually seen playing a supporting role in projects by providing details and assistance on-the-go. Overall, Malini is a brilliant and competent individual whom I wholeheartedly recommend.
Tai Ka Chun (Gordon)
It was my absolute pleasure and honour to have worked with Malini in the 12th cohort of the Axiata University Leadership Development Programme. What I admire most in Malini is her grasp of her field of expertise, and her ability to critically and creatively apply her learnings instantaneously, an ability which shone best during business simulations. In one particular simulation, the rest of the team was struggling to innovate and running behind on time, but Malini quickly stepped up and led us to produce a winning idea and prototype. Her criticality in examining the problems that we faced allowed us to produce a thorough pitch that successfully convinced the judges, culminating in a podium finish in a simulation that we expected the least to achieve. Malini is also an adaptable figure and is detailed in research writing and idea integration. During our simulations, we were commonly asked to research and refer to mountains of information and details, and given tasks with varying degrees of difficulty. Malini was typically a point of reference and was usually seen playing a supporting role in projects by providing details and assistance on-the-go. Overall, Malini is a brilliant and competent individual whom I wholeheartedly recommend.
Tai Ka Chun (Gordon)
It was my absolute pleasure and honour to have worked with Malini in the 12th cohort of the Axiata University Leadership Development Programme. What I admire most in Malini is her grasp of her field of expertise, and her ability to critically and creatively apply her learnings instantaneously, an ability which shone best during business simulations. In one particular simulation, the rest of the team was struggling to innovate and running behind on time, but Malini quickly stepped up and led us to produce a winning idea and prototype. Her criticality in examining the problems that we faced allowed us to produce a thorough pitch that successfully convinced the judges, culminating in a podium finish in a simulation that we expected the least to achieve. Malini is also an adaptable figure and is detailed in research writing and idea integration. During our simulations, we were commonly asked to research and refer to mountains of information and details, and given tasks with varying degrees of difficulty. Malini was typically a point of reference and was usually seen playing a supporting role in projects by providing details and assistance on-the-go. Overall, Malini is a brilliant and competent individual whom I wholeheartedly recommend.
Credentials
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Completion of training as a 'Trainee Research Assistant' in the CamCID Researcher Training Programme
Cambridge Centre For Innovation And DevelopmentMar, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
AWS Security Essentials
Amazon Web Services (AWS)Jun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing Certification
Google Digital GarageMar, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
HarvardX Verified Certificate for Statistics and R
HarvardX - An Online Learning Initiative by Harvard University through edXMar, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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The Petri Dish
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Malaysia
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Contributing Writer
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Sep 2022 - Present
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Malaysian Bioscience Scholars
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing and Outreach Associate
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Nov 2021 - Dec 2022
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Malaysian Biotechnology Information Centre
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Malaysia
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Biotechnology
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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Jul 2022 - Sep 2022
- Assisted in organising MABIC's national and international projects related to science communication and biotechnology - Actively involved in science communication and journalism through activities such as writing articles and providing content for The Petri Dish (Malaysia's first science newspaper) and Esti.my, conducting interviews and undertaking marketing activities to promote The Petri Dish newspaper. - Participated in events attended by renowned scientists and government representatives from various countries.
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Axiata Young Talent Programme
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Malaysia
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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University Leadership Development Programme Participant (Cohort 12)
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Aug 2022 - Aug 2022
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Axiata Digital Leaders Programme for Girls (Pioneer Cohort)
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Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
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ISAAA Inc.
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Philippines
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Organiser and Participant of International Workshop on Policy Considerations for Gene Editing
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Aug 2022 - Aug 2022
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Sunway XFarms
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Malaysia
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Farming
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1 - 100 Employee
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Agrifood Apprentice
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Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
Gained hands-on experience in sustainable urban farming. Gained hands-on experience in sustainable urban farming.
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Centre for Research in Biotechnology for Agriculture
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Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Research Intern
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Mar 2022 - Jun 2022
Cultured and maintained tissue cultures, conducted a mini research project on optimisation of light conditions for in-vitro propagation of a selected plant species, and assisted in the management of the lab and workshops conducted at PBIU. Cultured and maintained tissue cultures, conducted a mini research project on optimisation of light conditions for in-vitro propagation of a selected plant species, and assisted in the management of the lab and workshops conducted at PBIU.
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GeneFlux Biosciences
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Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia
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Medical Lab Intern
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Jun 2020 - Jul 2020
Learned to perform and analyse common medical tests and PCR tests while shadowing a senior medical lab technician. Learned to perform and analyse common medical tests and PCR tests while shadowing a senior medical lab technician.
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Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Youth Ambassador
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Jan 2019 - Jun 2019
US Department of State scholarship recipient. Studied in an American high school, lived with a host family and was actively involved with the local community for 6 months. US Department of State scholarship recipient. Studied in an American high school, lived with a host family and was actively involved with the local community for 6 months.
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Education
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2021 - 2025
University of Malaya
Bachelor of Science - BS, Biotechnology -
2019 - 2021
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar (KTJ)
A-Level (3A*- Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics )
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