Chitra Hariharan

Chitra Hariharan is a skilled research professional with extensive experience in molecular biology and immunology. Currently serving as a Research Tech III at La Jolla Institute for Immunology since December 2019, Chitra focuses on structural and functional studies of viral proteins, conducting molecular cloning, and investigating key residues for neutralizing activity. Previously, as an R&D Research Associate at Active Motif, Chitra contributed to antibody production and validation processes, optimizing antibody expression and utilizing various analytical techniques. Chitra's academic background includes a Master of Science in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from the University of California, Riverside, and a Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Informatics from Stanford University, complemented by a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communications Engineering from PES University.