Dr. Rajat Maheshwari is a microbiologist with expertise in probiotics, microbial-based product development, biofertilizers, and molecular biology. He is the Director & Co-Founder of Genomia Diagnostics Research Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, where he focuses on research and innovation in diagnostics, probiotics, and biotechnology applications. He also serves as a Counselor at IGNOU (Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi), mentoring students in microbiology and biotechnology.

He holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, with research on plant growth-promoting endophytic bacteria in Pisum sativum and Cicer arietinum. His academic background includes an M.Sc. in Industrial Microbiology from Aligarh Muslim University and a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Mangalayatan University, Aligarh. His research interests include microbial interactions in plant systems, biocontrol mechanisms, and microbial enzyme production.

Dr. Maheshwari has contributed to the development of probiotic strains for human and animal health, focusing on gut microbiome modulation and disease prevention. He has also worked on biofertilizers and microbial consortia to enhance soil health and crop productivity. His experience in fermentation technology includes scaling microbial production for industrial applications.

He has published research in high-impact journals, covering topics such as plant growth-promoting bacteria, probiotics, microbial metabolites, and biofertilizers. His work includes studies on biocontrol strategies against fungal pathogens and fermentation optimization for enzyme production.

With experience in microbial isolation, fermentation optimization, and molecular biology techniques (PCR, RT-PCR, DNA/RNA isolation), Dr. Maheshwari collaborates with academic institutions and industry to explore practical applications of microbial research in agriculture, healthcare, and biotechnology.

Dr. Asif Anas is a distinguished microbiologist and expert in fermentation technology, with deep-rooted expertise in molecular diagnostics and microbial biotechnology. He holds a Ph.D. in Life Sciences from Jamia Millia Islamia and an M.Sc. in Enzyme and Fermentation Technology from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), where he specialized in industrial fermentation, enzyme production, and bioprocess optimization.

With a strong foundation in microbial fermentation, enzyme kinetics, strain improvement, and downstream processing, Dr. Anas has played a pivotal role in the development of RT-PCR diagnostic assays and advanced molecular pathogen detection techniques. His research spans bioprocess development, environmental biodegradation, antibiotic resistance profiling, and enzymatic inactivation strategies.

As the Co-founder and Director of Genomia Diagnostics Research Pvt. Ltd., he spearheads diagnostic innovation with a focus on precision molecular and microbiological testing. His professional journey includes impactful academic roles such as Guest Faculty at Jamia Millia Islamia and Lecturer at IGNOU, where he has mentored aspiring biotechnologists and life science professionals.

Dr. Anas is a prolific researcher, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed international journals and presentations at leading scientific forums. His multidisciplinary expertise, spanning fermentation technology, enzymology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical microbiology, positions him as a driving force in advancing healthcare through biotechnology and research.

Dr. Khan’s academic and research trajectory is deeply rooted in molecular endocrinology and disease genetics, with a strong focus on Type 2 Diabetes. His doctoral research involved the genetic polymorphism analysis of diabetes-associated genes across geographically diverse Indian populations, contributing valuable insights into gene-disease associations relevant to metabolic disorders. Concurrently, he served as a DST-SERB Junior Research Fellow, where he worked on a project investigating the molecular crosstalk between autophagic and apoptotic pathways in breast cancer cells, employing advanced techniques in mammalian cell culture, gene expression profiling, and therapeutic response evaluation.

Currently, Dr. Khan is the Co-founder of Genomia Diagnostics Research Pvt. Ltd., where he leads initiatives at the intersection of diagnostics, applied research, and industry-driven biotechnology training programs. His work integrates translational research with real-world diagnostic innovation, aimed at developing precision tools for healthcare and building capacity in the next generation of life science professionals.