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Paris, Fr

Paris, Île-De-France, France

Responsibilities:- Led cross-functional teams of biologists, engineers, and data scientists to develop the MAGNA One product, a magnetic force spectroscopy technology, aligning it with medical applications and optimizing quality control workflows through risk analysis.- Trained Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and customers on MAGNA technology, driving product adoption and maximizing utilization.- Communicated project progress to diverse, cross-disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment, transparency, and timely updates.Key Achievements:- Consistently exceeded performance targets, achieving nearly 100% of set objectives.- Developed and implemented quality control workflows for MAGNA One, significantly reducing operational risks and ensuring product reliability.- Optimized production SOPs for origami beads, resulting in substantial time savings, reduced consumable costs, and improved yield efficiency.

Paris, Île-De-France, France

Responsibilities:- Led projects investigating dynamic interactions between DNA, RNA, proteins, and drugs using MAGNA technology, fostering collaboration with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to drive innovation.- Drafted and reviewed detailed reports and SOPs, ensuring operational accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.- Communicated project progress to cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.Key Achievements:- Consistently achieved nearly 100% of set objectives, demonstrating a strong track record of success.- Developed innovative solutions to complex challenges, such as detecting and inserting nucleic acid modifications, significantly enhancing project outcomes and advancing technical capabilities.

43 Rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris

Responsibilities:- Led interdisciplinary projects connecting academia and industry, facilitating the translation of research into practical applications.- Managed the development of advanced NGS techniques utilizing CRISPR/Cas and single-molecule technology, driving innovations in cancer epigenetics and drug discovery.- Designed and implemented experimental protocols, ensuring rigorous results in complex molecular biology studies.Key Achievements:- Pioneered the development of novel NGS methods, advancing research in cancer epigenetics and drug discovery. - Published 3 influential articles in Nucleic Acids Research (Impact Factor: 19.16) and in Methods Enzymol, offering critical insights that influence the medical science community. - Secured the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (H2020-MSCA) fellowship, showcasing expertise in grant writing and scientific proposal development.

Princeton, New Jersey, United-States

Responsibilities:- Developed innovative genetic assays to investigate genome integrity, supporting cancer prevention strategies.- Supervised and mentored undergraduate students in laboratory research.- Led and lectured in a Research Discussion Group at Princeton University, enhancing students’ communication and presentation skills.- Organized and hosted a STEM Career Development Panel for SACNAS, advocating for diversity and supporting minorities and women in science.Key Achievements:- Published groundbreaking research in Nature Communications (IF: 16.6), advancing cancer-related genetic mechanisms.- Honored with 2 prestigious fellowships from: (1) the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) and (2) the New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR).

Institut Européen De Chimie Et Biologie (Iecb), Bordeaux, France

Responsibilities:- Developed and optimized high-throughput methodologies for identifying promising cancer treatments and studying G4-DNA secondary structures.- Applied travel grants and fellowships, securing resources to advance cutting-edge research.- Cultivated and maintained strategic collaborations with leading research labs in Italy, Spain, the USA, and Japan, driving global scientific exchange.- Spearheaded the organization and coordination of international conferences, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the medical and scientific communities.- Trained and mentored students and collaboratorsKey Achievements:- Published 4 first-author papers in high-impact journals, significantly advancing cancer research and G4-DNA structure studies.- Secured multiple research grants (3 travel grants and MESR Fellowship)- Earned a prestigious Monique Garnier-Semancik Award for exceptional research contributions.- Co-authored 8 impactful publications in collaboration with international experts, addressing critical medical challenges.- Raised funding and successfully organized two international conferences, enhancing scientific collaboration and discourse.

Institute For Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (Icems), Kyoto, Japan

Responsibilities:- Acquired proficiency in DNA origami techniques and applied them in laboratory experiments to enhance research capabilities.- Demonstrated the ability to quickly learn and implement new laboratory techniques to improve experimental outcomes.- Applied for and managed travel grants to support research and professional development.Achievements:- Contributed to 3 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact factor journals as a result of the successful application of DNA origami techniques.- Secured a competitive travel grant from Global COE (Center of Excellence) Program, Japanese grant to support young academic researchers and advance collaborative research.

Unity Of Aids Research, Barcelona, Spain

Responsibilities:- Led research on the HIV-1 GAG protein, investigating its pharmacological implications and identifying potential therapeutic targets.- Adapted to new fields and techniques, quickly integrating into diverse research environments and contributing to ongoing projects.Key Achievements:- Identified novel therapeutic targets within the HIV-1 GAG protein, significantly advancing the field of HIV pharmacology.- Managed the installation of a new lab setup, utilizing existing tools creatively to overcome equipment limitations and ensure research continuity.- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability and creativity by mastering new techniques and overcoming equipment constraints, driving successful project outcomes in a fast-paced research environment.

Région De Paris, France

Responsibilities:- Conducted detailed research on the interactions between a G-quadruplex and NCp7, a protein associated with HIV-1.- Investigated the pharmacological implications of these interactions to explore potential therapeutic targets for drug development.Achievements:- Contributed to the identification of key therapeutic targets associated with HIV-1, advancing strategies for drug development.- Provided insights that could inform future HIV-1 therapeutic strategies, enhancing the understanding of molecular interactions at the drug-target level.

Région De Paris, France

Responsibilities:- Conducted research into the structure and stability of telomere sequences across various organisms.- Investigated the biological implications of telomere stability, focusing on its potential effects on cellular aging and disease mechanisms.Achievements:- Authored and published 1 article in Nucleic Acids Research (IF: 19.16), contributing to the scientific understanding of telomere biology.- Provided valuable insights into telomere function and its implications for aging and disease, advancing the field of molecular biology.

Phd, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology And Genetics, Summa Cum Laude

Master'S Degree In Pharmacology Of Aging And Biochemistry, Magna Cum Laude