Valentina Zamarian
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Postdoctoral researcher in molecular biology with expertise in molecular and cellular techniques (qPCR, dPCR, flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and stem cell culture). Additional experience in surgical procedures, in vivo imaging, and bioinformatic/statistical analysis. Active in academic publishing, mentoring students, and presenting research at international conferences. Keen to further develop collaborative and project management skills within multidisciplinary research environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Postdoctoral researcher at Beta Cell Biology Unit
IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital
Milan (Italy)
2020.12 - 2025.03
Differentiation and characterization of pancreatic beta cells derived from iPSCs in vitro, followed by in vivo evaluation in a diabetic mouse model
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Biotechnology
University of Milan
Milan (Italy) 2017.10 - 2021.03
Master's degree - Veterinary Biotechnology Sciences
University of Milan
Milan (Italy) 2015.09 - 2017.10
Bachelor's degree - Breeding and Animal Health
University of Udine
Udine (Italy) 2011.10 - 2015.02
Skills
Technical skills
- Molecular biology (qPCR, dPCR)
- Flow cytometry
- ELISA and Western blotting
- Luminex technology
- Immunohistochemistry
- Cell culture (iPSC, mesenchymal stem cells)
- Surgical procedures and in vivo imaging
- Statistical and bioinformatic analysis
Soft skills
- Experience with multidisciplinary research teams
- Academic publishing
- Mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students
- Communication of research through conferences
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Autonomous working
Languages
Italian
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Accomplishments
Ipita Congress 2021: Best Oral Abstract Award
- Abstract title: Treating iPSC-derived β cells with monoclonal antibody Brentuximab reduces the risk of teratoma upon transplantation
Publications
All the publications are available at: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3913-0537
Timeline
Postdoctoral researcher at Beta Cell Biology Unit
IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital
2020.12 - 2025.03
Doctor of Philosophy - Biotechnology
University of Milan
2017.10 - 2021.03
Master's degree - Veterinary Biotechnology Sciences
University of Milan
2015.09 - 2017.10
Bachelor's degree - Breeding and Animal Health
University of Udine
2011.10 - 2015.02