Elizabeth Cadavid Torres
@elizabethcadavidtorr
PhD pharmaceutical scientist specializing in natural products analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a PhD-trained pharmaceutical scientist focused on natural products chemistry, pharmacognosy and the analytical development of natural ingredients. I combine over a decade of teaching and research experience with practical work designing and evaluating bioactive small molecules and natural extracts for pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food applications.
I have led research on antibiofilm and antibiotic screening, instructed courses in instrumental analysis and pharmacognosy, and trained personnel on technical and regulatory aspects of natural ingredients. I am curious, self-directed and skilled at clear scientific writing, content creation, and translating complex science for diverse audiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Instructor / Researcher
Universidad CES
Feb 2020 - Jun 2024 (4 years 4 months)
Taught Instrumental Analysis, Pharmacognosy, Chemistry of Natural Products and Regulations for Natural Products while leading research projects on development of natural ingredients and training personnel in technical and legal matters.
Adjunct Lecturer / Associate Researcher
Universidad de Antioquía
Feb 2009 - Feb 2020 (11 years)
Delivered courses in Project Development, Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry labs and participated in research on natural products, antibiofilm screening and antibiotic compound discovery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidad de Antioquia
Doctor of Philosophy, Natural Products Chemistry and Pharmacognosy
2012 - 2019
Doctor en Ciencias Farmacéuticas y Alimentarias with research focus on Natural Products Chemistry and Pharmacognosy.
Universidad de Antioquia
Bachelor of Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry
2004 - 2009
Completed a Química Farmacéutica (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) undergraduate program with coursework in pharmacognosy and related pharmaceutical sciences.
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