Experience

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  The research institute of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductology named after d.o.ott

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2015

  Graduate researcher

  My project focused on immunological background for pregnancy complications and miscarriage, in particular on the rejection of placental tissue by maternal immune cells. The study involved JEG-3 (trophoblast) and NK-92MI (Natural killer) cell lines.I received an intensive training in mammalian cell culture maintenance, cryopreservation and thawingI learned to isolate primary trophoblast cells from placental tissue and examine cytotoxicity and adhesion rate of NK cells towards trophoblast using Flow Cytometry. I acquired intensive hands-on Flow Cytometry experience during this project. Based on our findings within this project, we developed and patented a diagnostic test of cytotoxicity of peripheral blood mononuclear cells against trophoblast cell line. This test allows to diagnose predisposition for pregnancy complications and miscarriage and prevent worthless IVF attempts. Show less

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  London gates education group

  Sept 2015 - May 2016

  A level chemistry and biology tutor (edexcel)

  I was tutoring school graduates to prepare for Advanced level qualification examination in Biology and Chemistry. A level is a qualification within General Certificate of Education system required for university enrollment internationally. Within this experience I learned interactive way of teaching and it was my first long-term teaching experience in English. I have structured and handled both programmes in accordance with Edexcel International Advanced Level qualification standards.

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  University of helsinki

  Jul 2016 - now

  My current project is focused on the role of complement regulator factor H in pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease and atherosclerosis. I learned to:organize my project work independentlyplan and report performed assaysanalyze obtained data and connect it with existing informationpurify proteins and optimize protein purification process from yeast P. pastoris using AKTA purification systemperform protein interaction assays, such as microscale thermophoresis and ELISAperform kinetic fluorescent assay studying enzyme activityperform competitive fluorescent assays Show less I studied the crosstalk between different members of the β2 family of integrins.My project focused on cross-regulation between β2 leukocyte integrins. Within that project I learned to plan and handle research independently, mastered experiment design, student supervision and various methods:- transient transfection of T cell line by electroporation- molecular cloning and affinity purification of ICAM-5-Fc and ITGAD-His fusion soluble proteins - functional assays: static, flow and iCelligence adhesion assays, phagocytosis assay- Immune precipitation, Immunoblotting, Immunofluorescence, FACS and ELISA Show less

  • Doctoral Researcher

    Aug 2019 - now

  • Doctoral Candidate

    Jul 2016 - Jul 2019
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  Biotechclubfi

  Sept 2017 - Nov 2020

  Co-chair

  As a member of Biotechclub, I was building a bridge between Academia and Industry. I organized company visit, represented Biotechclub at multiple events like Slush Science and organized startup event for researchers. I learned how to pitch an organization efficiently, how to network and how connections glued by common interest shape your career.

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  Aalto university

  Nov 2022 - now

  Laboratory manager biofilia