Nirali Rathwa, PhD

Nirali Rathwa, PhD has a diverse work experience in various roles. Nirali currently works at MaRS Discovery District as a Client Engagement member, supporting startups in the health and climate tech industries. Prior to this, they served as a Business Mentor at ICTC-CTIC.

Nirali also worked as a Venture Manager at Creative Destruction Lab, where they oversaw operations and recruitment for seed-stage health start-ups. Additionally, they held leadership positions at the Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology, serving as Chapter Lead and Job Fair Manager. In these roles, they expanded the Ontario chapter, organized events, and facilitated networking opportunities.

Before their current positions, Nirali worked as a Senior Research Scientist at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. Nirali managed a grant, published research, and mentored a master's student.

Overall, Nirali Rathwa, PhD has extensive experience in client engagement, business mentoring, venture management, event organization, research, and mentoring.

Nirali Rathwa, PhD has an extensive education history in the field of biochemistry and biotechnology. Nirali completed their Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Biochemistry from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. Prior to their PhD, they earned a Master of Science - MS in Biochemistry from the same university. Additionally, they hold a Master of Philosophy - MPhil in Biotechnology from Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University and a Bachelor of Science - BS in Chemistry from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.

In terms of certifications, Nirali Rathwa has obtained several additional qualifications. Nirali completed the "Finance for Non-Financial Professionals" certification from The Ivey Academy at Ivey Business School in February 2023. In November 2022, they attended the "FOUNDER FUNDAMENTAL WORKSHOP" at YSpace, York University. Furthermore, they participated in the "WOMEN IN THE BUSINESS Of HEALTH SCIENCE" certification program conducted by the Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization in March 2021. Lastly, they achieved the "GUJARAT STATE ELIGIBILITY FOR ASSISTANT PROFESSORSHIP" certification from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in January 2018.