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I am a neuroscientist with + 10 years of research experience in molecular biology, and I am a science educator with + 4 years of classroom and laboratory teaching experience. <br> I possess soft and hard skills in carrying out research projects in laboratory settings. I developed such skills by being involved in various and collaborative research projects such as studies on ion channel biophysics, protein structure/function, cancer biology, and anticancer drugs. These experiences have trained me for meeting scientific challenges and have developed in me a deep appreciation for a collaborative and teamwork science research. I have 4+ years of classroom and laboratory teaching experience at the university-level. Courses ranged from introductory level courses (Introduction to Biology) to more advanced ones (Cell biology). Asides from improving my organization and management skills, my teaching experience has made me comfortable with science communication to various audiences. As a scientist, I believe research and business should go hand in hand. I utilize my own experience and research knowledge to bring a different perspective to explore an array of topics. I am passionate about bridging the gap between research and business, and using my experience and knowledge to explore various topics and challenges. I am looking for a company with a fast-paced culture that is focused on growth and innovation.

Mai is a biomedical scientist with +15 years of expertise in in biochemistry, molecular biology & immunology. She has 4 years of experience in biomarker discovery for neurodegenerative diseases and immunoassay design, development and validation. She has strong leadership skills with project/team management expertise. My endeavor goal is to employ my skills/expertise with cross-functional team to move from basic research to translational research in drug discovery & development. Skills: \- Designing & troubleshooting research methodology and executing protocols to achieve the projects’ objectives\. \- Developing corrective and preventive plans and generating and executing the changes\. \- Excellent writing skills with an ability to design scientific protocols as evidenced by securing funds by the Michael J\. Fox Foundation and Partner Therapeutics for Parkinson’s disease research\. \- Excellent presentation skills as demonstrated by participating as a speaker in different scientific meetings/conferences\. Experience: \- Developing and validating screening assays \(qPCR array & MSD singleplex and multiplex assays\) to track the disease progression and therapeutic response in Parkinson’s disease patients treated with an immunomodulator drug \(Sargramostim\)\. \- Goal\-oriented scientist with \+15 years of expertise in the biological evaluation of nanoformulations\, stem cell research\, RNAi\, and immune cell\-disease interactions\, demonstrated by the fulfillment of \+12 projects related to human neurodegenerative\, infectious & cancer diseases\. \- Highly productive scientist and communication expert with an ability to work independently and within a team as evidenced by \+15 peer\-reviewed articles and 2 patents\. \- Proficient in many biochemistry & molecular biology techniques\. Techniques: cell culture \(BSL2/BSL3\)\, qPCR\, ddPCR\, PCR arrays\, western blot\, ELISA\, MSD assay\, flow cytometry\, electroporation\, transfection and animal studies\. \- Familiar with transcriptomics\, proteomics & bioinformatics as well as pathway enrichment analysis using different software \(IPA\, Cytoscape plugin ClueGo and StringApp\)\. Hobbies: Watching the historical movies and Broadway shows, biking & traveling with family.

Alexander Portillo, Ph.D. is a highly educated and experienced professional in the field of pharmaceutical sciences, specializingin single molecule Biophysics of proteins. He holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Nebraska System and a B.S. in Biotechnology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He has a strong background in sales and marketing, having worked as a Non-Systems Inside Sales and Marketing, Sr. Representative at Bruker Nano Surfaces, Inc. He is also a skilled instructor, having taught chemistry at various institutions such as Metropolitan Community College, College of Saint Mary, University of Nebraska at Omaha, and Iowa Western Community College. Additionally, he has experience as a research associate at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and as an AI rater at Remotetasks.