Open to opportunities & collaborations

Hi, I'm Abdul Basit Behlim

Data Scientist · Computational Biology · Bioinformatics

📍 Gandhinagar, Gujarat · M.Sc. Biotechnology @ GBU · Research Intern @ IIT Roorkee

About Me

A short introduction

Portrait of Abdul Basit Behlim

Abdul Basit Behlim

Data Scientist · Computational Biologist · Bioinformatican

Open to opportunities

Quick Facts

  • Current: M.Sc. Industrial Biotechnology, GBU
  • Research Intern: IIT Roorkee (Computational Drug Design)
  • GAT-B 2025: AIR 62 (Admission to GBU)
  • IIT JAM 2025: AIR 875
  • CUET PG 2025: Life Science Topper
  • Focus: Bioinformatics · AI/ML · Drug Design

I'm a passionate learner exploring the intersection of Data Science, Computational Biology, and Bioinformatics.

I secured admission to Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU) through GAT-B 2025 (AIR 62) and am pursuing M.Sc. with specialization in Industrial Biotechnology. I also qualified IIT JAM 2025 (AIR 875) and was a CUET PG Life Science Topper 2025.

At IIT Roorkee I worked on a structure-based in silico drug discovery project targeting human β-cardiac myosin for cardiomyopathies, gaining hands-on experience in molecular docking, virtual screening and MD simulations.

Education

Academic journey

M.Sc. Biotechnology

Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU), Gandhinagar

Present · Specialization: Industrial Biotechnology · Admission via GAT-B 2025 (AIR 62)

Pursuing postgraduate studies at India’s dedicated biotechnology university (in academic collaboration with the University of Edinburgh). Specializing in Industrial Biotechnology with strong focus on computational biology, bioinformatics and data-driven approaches.

B.Sc. Biotechnology

Dr. Indu Dayal Meshri College of Science & Technology, Patan

June 2022 – June 2025 · Affiliated with Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University (HNGU), Patan

Built a strong foundation in biology and biotechnology that enabled qualification in multiple national-level postgraduate entrance exams (GAT-B, IIT JAM, CUET PG).

Entrance Exams & Achievements

National-level competitive examinations

Admission Secured

GAT-B 2025

AIR 62 · Admission to GBU

Graduate Aptitude Test – Biotechnology. Secured All India Rank 62 and gained admission to Gujarat Biotechnology University on the basis of GAT-B score (primary criterion for GBU M.Sc.).

Topper

CUET PG Life Science 2025

Topper · Qualified

CUET PG Life Science Topper 2025. Featured in public topper interview (“Zero to Hero Biotech Journey”). Also accepted by GBU for remaining seats.

Qualified

IIT JAM 2025

AIR 875

Qualified IIT Joint Admission Test for Masters (Biotechnology / Life Sciences domain) with All India Rank 875 — one of the most competitive national PG entrance exams.

Honours & Awards

Recognition & achievements

Award

Best Student of the Year Award

Academic Session 2022–24

Issued by Microbiologists Society, India (MBSI) in association with HiMedia Laboratories · Jun 2024
Associated with Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University

Honored with the Best Student Award (2022–24) by the Microbiologists Society, India (MBSI) in partnership with HiMedia Laboratories. Recognized for exemplary academic merit, laboratory skills, and consistent dedication to the field of life sciences and microbiology at Dr. Indu Dayal Meshri College of Science & Technology, Patan (affiliated with Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University – HNGU, Patan).

Fellowship

Graduate Student Fellowship

GAT-B National Fellowship

Issued by Department of Biotechnology (DBT) / Department of Science & Technology (DST), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India · Jun 2025
Associated with Gujarat Biotechnology University

Securing an All India Rank (AIR) 62 (UR) in the Graduate Aptitude Test–Biotechnology (GAT-B) opened the door to Gujarat Biotechnology University, along with receiving the prestigious student fellowship supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.

2nd Prize

Bio Model Competition

Nanobots for Early Cancer Detection

Issued by Ganpat University · Sep 2024
Associated with Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University

Secured Second Place in the Bio Model Competition at Ganpat University for presenting an innovative model on "Targeted Cancer Detection Using Nanorobotics." The project explored the application of bio-compatible nanobots for recognizing molecular tumor markers at early stages, demonstrating potential advantages in diagnostic precision and non-invasive oncology screening.

Experience

Research & academic experience

Research Project – Computational Drug Design

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee)

June 2026 · One-month intensive research project

Project Title: Structure-based in silico study of human beta-cardiac myosin inhibitors associated with cardiomyopathies

Worked on identifying potential inhibitors for human β-cardiac myosin to address cardiomyopathies using computer-aided drug design (CADD). Key activities included:

  • Protein structure visualization & preparation using UCSF ChimeraX and Schrödinger suite
  • Virtual library screening of FDA-approved drugs
  • Molecular docking with HADDOCK and Schrödinger Glide
  • Validation of top protein–ligand complexes via Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations in Schrödinger

Gained end-to-end hands-on experience in structural bioinformatics and computational drug discovery workflows.

Postgraduate Student – Industrial Biotechnology

Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU)

Present

Coursework and projects at the intersection of industrial biotechnology, computational biology and data science. Developing AI-powered tools, interactive dashboards and applying machine learning concepts to biological problems.

Project – AMS Venom Diagnostic Dashboard

Academic / Class Presentation Project

Streamlit · Python · Matplotlib

Designed and built an interactive Streamlit dashboard simulating AMS Venom scFv-based diagnostic signals for class presentation — combining domain knowledge in biotechnology with practical data visualisation and web-app development.

Independent Projects – AI & Python Tools

Personal / Open-source (GitHub)

Ongoing

Built multiple practical applications including a voice-controlled Jarvis-style AI Assistant (OpenAI + Speech Recognition), File & Folder Manager CLI tool, and classic games in Python.

Skills & Tech Stack

Tools and technologies I work with

🧠 Core Areas

Data Science Bioinformatics Computational Biology Computer-Aided Drug Design Machine Learning Generative AI

🔬 Structural Bioinformatics

UCSF ChimeraX Schrödinger Suite HADDOCK Glide Docking MD Simulations Virtual Screening

🐍 Languages & Libraries

Python Streamlit Matplotlib OpenAI API Speech Recognition

🛠 Tools & Practices

Git & GitHub Interactive Dashboards CLI Tools Problem Solving

🧬 CRISPR / sgRNA Design

CRISPR sgRNA Design Genome Editing Bioinformatics Python

Featured Projects

Selected work from research & GitHub

CRISPR sgRNA Designer

Interactive Streamlit web app for CRISPR sgRNA design — guide RNA target prediction, PAM matching, off-target analysis and score calculation using Python and bioinformatics libraries.

PythonStreamlitBioinformatics
View on GitHub →

Structure-based In Silico Study of Human β-Cardiac Myosin Inhibitors

Research project at IIT Roorkee. Identified potential inhibitors for human beta-cardiac myosin associated with cardiomyopathies using CADD: ChimeraX, Schrödinger, HADDOCK, Glide docking & MD simulations.

IIT Roorkee ChimeraX Schrödinger HADDOCK MD Simulation

AMS Venom Diagnostic Dashboard

Interactive Streamlit dashboard simulating AMS Venom scFv-based diagnostic signals. Built for class presentation / demo purposes.

PythonStreamlitMatplotlib
View on GitHub →

Jarvis AI Assistant

Voice-controlled AI assistant inspired by Jarvis. Uses OpenAI and Speech Recognition for natural interaction and task assistance.

PythonOpenAISpeechRecognition
View on GitHub →

ABB Bank

Full-stack Bank Management System (educational demo) built with Python Flask. Includes 2FA, Admin Panel, Loans, Savings Goals, PDF Statements and AI Chatbot.

Python Flask SQLite Bootstrap JavaScript
View on GitHub →

File & Folder Manager OS

Simple interactive command-line File & Folder Manager written in pure Python — practical systems utility.

PythonCLIOS
View on GitHub →

Number Guessing Game

Fun number guessing game with hints. Clean, beginner-friendly Python project.

Python
View on GitHub →

Rock Paper Scissors & Snake Water Gun

Classic command-line games implemented in Python (including the Indian version Snake-Water-Gun).

Python
View on GitHub →

Current Focus

What I'm working on and learning

🔭 Working On

  • Learning AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning & Generative AI
  • Developing AI-powered tools and interactive dashboards
  • Exploring applications of ML in Bioinformatics
  • Building practical Python projects
  • Computational drug design & structural bioinformatics
  • CRISPR sgRNA design & genome editing tools

🌱 Learning

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Deep Learning
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Data Science & Bioinformatics
  • Advanced Python
  • CRISPR & Genome Editing

Let's Connect

Interested in collaboration, internships, research, or just a chat about data science, bioinformatics or computational drug design? Reach out below.