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Altea Qefalia

@alteaqefalia

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Aspiring medical biologist with a focus on protein sciences.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic research environment that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can apply my skills in medical biology and contribute to impactful projects.

I am a dedicated and passionate medical biologist currently pursuing my Master's degree at the University of Duisburg-Essen. My academic journey has equipped me with a solid foundation in medical biology, complemented by hands-on experience in various laboratory settings. I have successfully completed multiple internships at Bayer AG and University Hospital Essen, where I focused on high-throughput protein production and the molecular mechanisms of neutrophil activation.

Throughout my studies, I have been involved in significant research projects, including my Master's project on optimizing mammalian transient expression systems for therapeutic antibody development. My commitment to advancing scientific knowledge is reflected in my publications, where I have contributed to peer-reviewed articles on critical topics in immunology and cellular biology. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to contribute my skills to innovative research teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Intern

Bayer AG

May 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Completed an internship within the Protein Sciences & Biophysics cluster at Bayer AG's R&D facility. Gained practical experience in a corporate research and development environment.

Protein Sciences research and development Data Analysis Teamwork

Master-Project & Laboratory Intern

Bayer AG

May 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Conducted a Master's project focused on evaluating and optimizing Mammalian Transient Expression Systems for high-throughput protein production in Therapeutic Antibody Development. Performed laboratory internships researching HEK 293 6e and Expi293F GnTI- cells for high-throughput protein production.

Laboratory Intern

University Hospital Essen

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Completed two laboratory internships focusing on distinct research topics. Investigated metabolic targets in PDAC and explored the role of microglia in the pathogenesis of late-onset Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

Microglia Spinal Muscular Atrophy Histology

Student Assistant

Institute for Experimental Immunology and Imaging

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Worked as a Student Assistant, focusing on molecular mechanisms of neutrophil activation and tissue invasion after ischemia-induced brain injury. Contributed to research efforts within the institute.

Neutrophil Activation Ischemia Molecular Mechanisms Research Assistance Data Collection

Call Center Agent

Sutter Dialog GmbH & Co.KG

Jul 2020 - Present (5 years 2 months)

Served as a Call Center Agent, providing customer service. Handled inquiries and resolved issues for clients.

Customer Service Communication Problem Solving Data Entry Conflict Resolution

Bachelor-Project & Lab Courses

University Duisburg-Essen

Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 7 months)

Undertook a Bachelor's project researching the influence of the intestinal microbiome on neutrophil and microglia activation after cerebral infarction. Participated in compulsory practical lab courses covering various biological and chemical disciplines.

Neutrophil Activation Microglia Activation Biochemistry