Joint masters degree in Biological and Chemical Engineering for the Bioeconomy

Junior Engineer Consultant, working hand in hand with designers and business analyst to make sustainable innovations emerge.

Focussed on two projects: (1) developing of new tools for gene editing in microalgae; (2) expressing recombinant antibodies in the diatom P.tricornutum.Skills acquired/honed:- Experience with two model organisms: E.coli and P.tricornutum.- Familiarity with molecular biology techniques: cloning, transformation, media preparation, DNA extraction, gel migration, etc.- Experiment design and result analysis.- Software handling: for in-silico digestions and cloning, DNA… Show more Focussed on two projects: (1) developing of new tools for gene editing in microalgae; (2) expressing recombinant antibodies in the diatom P.tricornutum.Skills acquired/honed:- Experience with two model organisms: E.coli and P.tricornutum.- Familiarity with molecular biology techniques: cloning, transformation, media preparation, DNA extraction, gel migration, etc.- Experiment design and result analysis.- Software handling: for in-silico digestions and cloning, DNA alignment, etc.- Proficiency in lab equipment use (autoclave, centrifuges, incubators and baths, fume hood, etc) as well as risk and safety procedures. Show less

I directed a project on the technical and ethical aspects of the use of new gene-editing tools to enhance the survival of endangered species. This involved recruiting and leading a team of 5 researchers. Besides distributing tasks, ensuring deadlines are met, checking the quality of writing, and conducting research myself, my main role goal was to enable good communication and effective collaboration in the team. Our efforts culminated in a framework presenting 14 recommendations for… Show more I directed a project on the technical and ethical aspects of the use of new gene-editing tools to enhance the survival of endangered species. This involved recruiting and leading a team of 5 researchers. Besides distributing tasks, ensuring deadlines are met, checking the quality of writing, and conducting research myself, my main role goal was to enable good communication and effective collaboration in the team. Our efforts culminated in a framework presenting 14 recommendations for justification and implementation of gene editing for wildlife conservation. Show less

Evaluation of the microsurgery curriculum of the Training Centre for Advanced Surgical Skills.

Focussed on two projects: (1) determining the origin of cells of the pineal gland; (2) investigating the role of myosin in neurulation of zebrafish embryos.Paper published: Pineal progenitors originate from a non-neural territory limited by FGF signalling (doi: 10.1242/dev.171405), in Development.Practical skills acquired: RNA injection, cells transplants, clone a new line; manage aquariums the fish facility; use Zeiss Lightsheet 4D microscope, fluorescence microscopy; sequencing… Show more Focussed on two projects: (1) determining the origin of cells of the pineal gland; (2) investigating the role of myosin in neurulation of zebrafish embryos.Paper published: Pineal progenitors originate from a non-neural territory limited by FGF signalling (doi: 10.1242/dev.171405), in Development.Practical skills acquired: RNA injection, cells transplants, clone a new line; manage aquariums the fish facility; use Zeiss Lightsheet 4D microscope, fluorescence microscopy; sequencing primers design, PCRs. Show less

Tasks: - Imagine, prepare, test and teach workshops on electrical/mechanical/chemical engineering. - Purchase materials within allocated budget. - Present to an audience of undergraduates and postgraduates. - Gather feedback to improve.