Hi, I’m
HIDAYAT AKASAH
Independent Researcher
Summary
Diligent Biotechnologist with solid history in troubleshooting and maintaining complex systems. Consistently ensured optimal operation of equipment, leading to significant improvements in efficiency and reliability. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and technical diagnostics.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
3
Languages
Work History
Founder
Plant Tissue Culture Technician
07.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Worked under no supervision to optimise both routine and critical plant tissue culturing operations, focusing on the propagation and maintenance of plant cell cultures for research and commercial applications
- Executed well-defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the Plant Cell Culture Laboratory, including the preparation of sterile media, initiation and sub-culturing of explants, and the transfer of plantlets to acclimatization conditions
- Accurately recorded all batch data and observations in electronic and paper-based logbooks, ensuring traceability and compliance with laboratory protocols
- Proactively deepened understanding of aseptic techniques and plant growth requirements
- Monitored and maintained environmental parameters such as pH, temperature, and humidity within the tissue culture facility, and performed regular equipment monitoring and scheduled cleaning to uphold laboratory standards
- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills when resolving process deviations and participated in continuous improvement initiatives, proposing updates to SOPs and contributing to a safe and organised laboratory environment
- Supported facility projects by assisting in the assembly and disassembly of still air flow hoods
- Regularly engaged in personal development, maintaining up-to-date training records and contributing to performance self-assessments.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows
NUS
Final Year Project
08.2024 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Conducted extensive literature review on red blood cells life cycle, synthesis of heme, various mechanisms for cell death and even the mechanisms governing deep learning models to deepen understanding of the subject
- Provided domain expertise in haematology to support cross-functional teams on various projects – demonstrating great interpersonal skills to work with colleagues from different departments
- Demonstrated critical thinking by evaluating the reliability of methodologies presented in the papers and discussed with research fellow on the best practices
- Demonstrated growing proficiency in the use of Comsol and Ansys to conduct virtual simulations of micro-circulation and macro-circulation that closely mimics in vivo flow – showcasing quick learning in unfamiliar softwares, useful for learning how to use MBR and MFR
- Experimental design
- Synthesised methodologies from multiple haematology research papers to design and develop original experimental protocols that serve as a proof-of-concept
- Managed the procurement of chemicals and materials necessary for experimental research
- Collected and analysed experimental data, utilising data visualisation techniques to interpret findings for publication
- Utilised camera vision technology to extract data from images to train numerous machine learning and deep learning models and optimised the models to increase accuracy
- Presented findings in an engaging way to audience from various backgrounds
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Practical Process Improvement Intern
01.2024 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Conducted Gemba walks and engaged with operators to gain insights into the products manufactured on-site, complemented by thorough online research for a comprehensive understanding
- Studied Lean Six Sigma tools online to enhance my capabilities and improve performance in my role
- Worked with engineers and operators to troubleshoot machinery to gain practical insights and enhance problem-solving skills – showcasing great interpersonal skills to better understand the problem, the stakeholders involved and arrive at solutions
- Self-taught in Power BI and Visio for creating interactive dashboards and data visualisations for project management
- Data collection
- Collected and analysed worker time data, using data visualisation to identify root cause of bottlenecks and optimise workflow efficiency
- Utilised Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and eliminate DOWNTIME wastes in the production floor and translate it into potential savings of more than $100,000 year-on-year
- Experimental design
- Planned the production floor relayout to optimise operator efficiency and minimise space utilisation, employing Lean Six Sigma tools such as Kanban and one-directional material flow
- Reduced product cycle time by cutting down worker's touch time by 10%, resulting in improved efficiency by 20%
- Planned the relayout of production floor to optimise operator's efficiency and reduce space utilisation while utilising Lean Six Sigma tools like Kanban and one-directional material flow
- Contributed in the discussion to consolidate SKU of different products to conserve space cost and manpower
- Organisational Culture Advocate
- Advocated for the PPI culture through engaging workshops with directors
- Engaged with operators through a hands-on 5S workshop – teaching them about sorting, straightening, sweeping, standardising and sustaining – with a high percentage knowledge retention rate
- Developed interpersonal skills through upwards conflict resolution among operators and line leads
- Automation of processes
- Automated data visualisation for company-wide PPI efforts in real time through dashboarding software for the purpose of benchmarking and performance tracking
Education
National University of SingaporeSingapore
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (Merit) from Biomedical Engineering
05.2025
University Overview
- Specialisation in Tissue Engineering
- President of NUS Capoeira, Recipient of Half-Colours Award
- Deputy Secretary General of Administrative Department of Singapore Model United Nations
- Secretary of NUS Political Science Society
- Member of NUS Free-diving
- Study Abroad: Engineering Entrepreneurship - Technische Universität Berlin, Germany
- Research Project: Red blood cell age classification - Achieved good classification scores
Skills
Maintenance and repairs
Scrum and kanban
Healthcare research
Coding
Project Management
Lean six sigma
Value stream mapping
Training employees
5S methodology
Problem-solving
Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Plant Tissue Culture Technician
Founder
07.2025 - Current
Final Year Project
NUS
08.2024 - 05.2025
Practical Process Improvement Intern
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2024 - 05.2024
National University of Singapore
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (Merit) from Biomedical Engineering