Passion Fuels Purpose!
About Me
Hi, I'm Naveen Duhan, a Bioinformatician with a passion for deciphering complex biological data and transforming it into meaningful insights. With years of experience in computational biology and data analysis, I am always exploring innovative approaches to bridge biology and technology. My expertise lies in genomics, data science, and bioinformatics tools, and I am committed to leveraging these skills to drive scientific discovery and innovation.
I believe bioinformatics is more than just analyzing data—it's about solving biological mysteries and driving scientific discoveries through computational methods. I am dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in bioinformatics and am excited to collaborate with other researchers and scientists to advance our understanding of the natural world.
Whether working on genomics, transcriptomics, or other biological datasets, I bring my expertise in data science, machine learning, and bioinformatics tools to every project. I am passionate about using computational methods to uncover hidden patterns in biological data and am always looking for new ways to apply my skills to real-world problems.

Impact & Experience
My journey in bioinformatics has led to meaningful contributions across research, tool development, and education. Here's a snapshot of my impact:
Research Citations
Webservers Developed
Years of Experience
Professional Experience
Research Associate III
Nov 2023 - PresentConducting advanced AI-driven research to enhance computational models for bioinformatics and genomic data analysis. Developing deep learning frameworks for pattern recognition in biological sequences, optimizing machine learning algorithms for high-throughput sequencing data, and integrating multi-omics data to derive novel biological insights. Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to publish findings in high-impact journals and contribute to grant proposals.
Graduate Research Assistant
Jan 2019 - Nov 2023Led multiple research projects focusing on deep learning and AI applications for large-scale biological data processing. Designed and implemented neural network architectures to analyze genomic and transcriptomic data, enhancing the accuracy of predictive models. Developed bioinformatics pipelines using Python and R for next-generation sequencing (NGS) analysis. Published peer-reviewed research and presented findings at international conferences.
Bioinformatician
Aug 2011 - Dec 2018Designed and optimized computational workflows for genome analysis, focusing on agricultural research applications. Developed custom Python and Bash scripts for data preprocessing, variant calling, and transcriptomic analysis. Conducted differential gene expression analysis to identify key regulatory genes in crop improvement studies. Provided bioinformatics training to researchers and assisted in publishing results in scientific journals.
Lecturer Bioinformatics
Jul 2010 - Aug 2011Taught undergraduate courses in bioinformatics, computational biology, and biostatistics, covering topics such as sequence alignment, molecular modeling, and systems biology. Developed interactive course materials and guided students in research projects on bioinformatics applications in drug discovery. Organized workshops and seminars on emerging trends in computational biology and genomics.
Education & Training
Ph.D. in Plant Sciences (Bioinformatics and Computational Biology)
Logan, UT
Master of Science in Bioinformatics
Patiala, India
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Kurukshetra, India
Add-on Certificate Diploma in Bioinformatics
Kurukshetra, India
Awards & Recognition
USU Robins Awards finalist for Doctoral Student Researcher of the academic Year 2022-2023
Utah State University, Logan, UT, USA
Doctoral Student Researcher of the academic Year 2022-2023
College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, Utah State University, Logan, UT, USA
Doctoral Student Researcher of the academic Year 2022-2023
Department of Plants, Soils and Climate, Utah State University, Logan, UT, USA
Young Scientist Award
National Conference on Technological Challenges in Social, Environmental, and Agricultural Reforms (TECHSEAR-2017) 9th and 10th September 2017 at IIRR Hyderabad