Nidhi

Nidhi Vishnoi, PhD, Science Teacher and Clinical Project Manager

Nidhi Vishnoi is a solution-driven and ACRP-certified clinical professional with extensive expertise in molecular biology, assay development, and clinical research. Nidhi brings this background to Cajal both as our science teacher and as Project Manager overseeing our research activities.

With a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and over a decade of experience spanning academia, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries, Nidhi has made impactful contributions to vaccine R&D, diagnostics, and translational research. As a lead scientist at Pfizer, Nidhi led the development and clinical validation of laboratory assays for vaccine development, advancing molecular diagnostics with innovative automation and optimization techniques. At Ancera, she spearheaded the development of in vitro diagnostics for pathogen detection, enhancing assay specificity and sensitivity. During her academic tenure at Yale School of Medicine, she conducted groundbreaking research in gene transcription, protein interactions, and cellular engineering, publishing in high-impact journals. In both roles she took joy in mentoring junior scientists and leading clinical research teams.

Nidhi brings this extensive knowledge and real-world experience to Cajal Academy students in the classroom. There, she is a natural mentor and powerful role model with infectious enthusiasm and deep expertise. Throughout her professional career, Nidhi has sought out opportunities to engage with and mentor students, such as by serving as a New Haven Science Fair Judge and Mentor, where she actively participated in evaluating and guiding young students through their science projects, providing constructive feedback, encouraging scientific inquiry, and fostering a deeper understanding of complex concepts. She is excited to further enhance student outcomes by leveraging Cajal Academy’s science-driven methodologies to reach students in the classroom, regardless of their prior level of knowledge, learning differences or social-emotional needs.

Nidhi also serves as our first Clinical Project Manager. Known for her dedication to advancing healthcare, Nidhi applies this commitment to scientific rigor and strategic insight to contribute to Cajal Academy’s innovation efforts and improve student outcomes. In this role, Nidhi spearheads our efforts to broaden the impact of these innovative approaches through strategies focused on structured data capture, comprehensive analysis, and operational excellence, in preparation for scaling our cohort and publishing our innovative techniques.

Nidhi holds a PhD in Biochemistry from Mumbai University, a MS in Biotechnology from Guru Ghasidas University and a BS in Biology from Rani Durgawati University, each of which is located in India. When she isn’t at Cajal Academy, Nidhi enjoys spending time with her husband and kids.