Smriti Srivastava

Smriti Srivastava, PhD, is a Senior Subject Matter Expert at JoVE since July 2021 and previously served as a Scientific Writer and Editor at Kolabtree from August 2020 to August 2021. With extensive experience in scientific illustration, Smriti has worked as a freelance illustrator and in roles at United Academics Magazine and Club SciWri, showcasing the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible visual formats. Smriti's academic background includes a PhD in Science from the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research and CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, with research focusing on molecular mechanisms in plant ripening. Earlier positions included roles as a Senior Research Fellow, Junior Research Fellow, and Project Assistant at CSIR National Botanical Research Institute Lucknow, where advanced molecular biology skills were applied in various projects. Educational qualifications also encompass an M.Sc. from Allahabad Agricultural Institute and a B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry from Ewing Christian College.