Karan holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of Oxford, where his Master’s thesis centered around uncovering the mechanism of action of nerve agent antidotes using molecular dynamics simulations. He then completed a PhD in Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge where his thesis focused on creating a bioelectronic screening platform for the development of next generation antibiotics. His research assimilated aspects of materials science, electrical engineering and molecular biology to investigate bacterial cell membrane systems.

Whilst at Cambridge, Karan became involved in the thriving biopharma ecosystem in the city, working closely with an early-stage start-up aiming to create wearable metabolite biosensors. At Scitaris, Karan combines his interdisciplinary research background with his passion for translating research into innovative technologies, thus providing key insights for clients in the biopharmaceutical industry with the goal of improving patient health more generally.