Maria Spanou Email & Phone Number

I am currently a graduate of the Department of Public Health, at the first Health School founded in Greece. The importance of public health has been increasingly highlighted in recent years, particularly with the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, making it a vital part of our daily lives.Throughout my academic journey, I have developed a strong foundation in statistical programming, specifically in R, and I have acquired advanced data analysis skills. As an active member of the research team at the Educational Observatory of Public Health Incidents, I contribute to projects that analyze and monitor public health data, further refining my research capabilities.On a personal level, I value teamwork, dedication, and continuous learning. I am passionate about writing articles, conducting research, and helping those in need. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, practicing the piano, dancing ballet, and participating in voluntary activities that allow me to make a meaningful impact. During my academic career, I had the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus+ program, which allowed me to travel across Europe and gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives.As I look ahead to a career in public health, I am driven by a desire to delve deeper into epidemiological research, studying viruses, microbes, and their strains, while staying informed about the ever-evolving landscape of public health. The phrase that guides me is "Primum non nocere," the guiding principle of medicine. My goal is to contribute to a field where learning never stops, as the study of the unknown continues to inspire and challenge me.

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  Quality Control Intern

  Hellenic Pasteur Institute

  Apr 2024 - Aug 2024 - Athens, Attiki, Greece

  Within the curriculum, in the last semester one of the compulsory courses is the practical training. I chose the field of Quality Control of Medicines and Vaccines , as it is an interesting field and something I would like to pursue. In the Microbiological Quality Control Laboratory we deal with both the sterility of pharmaceutical products (e.g. tubes, needles), drugs (e.g. antibiotics) and vaccines, as well as with endotoxin testing and physicochemical parameters.