SCSU Innovation HUB on LinkedIn: #internappreciation (2024)

Next up on our roster of summer interns for this year was Harvard Biological and Biomedical Sciences PhD candidate Kelcee Everette, originally from Fort Worth, Texas. When she’s not at work at the university, the lab, or the F-Prime office, you’ll catch Kelcee at her local pottery studio and/or grooving out to some Beyoncè. Recently, Kelcee was kind enough to take some time out and answer a few questions about her experience on F-Prime’s healthcare team in the Cambridge office this summer. Q: How did you learn about F-Prime? A: The professor with whom I conducted my dissertation research is very entrepreneurial, so I learned about F-Prime by researching VCs that fund companies that have spun out of the lab. As someone who has conducted research in an international setting, the firm’s global approach to investing was really compelling. I’ve seen first-hand the awesome work that scientists are doing in other countries and while the U.S. startup scene is booming, I believe great science and therapeutic developments are not limited by borders. It’s been really fulfilling to have an internship experience that allows me to research biotechs abroad and develop a framework to understand how various country-specific factors contribute to innovation in the biotech space of each country. Q: What have you been working on? A: I have been researching the biotech landscape of foreign markets and performing due diligence on interesting licensing opportunities abroad. I have also participated in many introductory and follow-up meetings with prospective US-based companies, where my research expertise and previous work experience have been invaluable in helping me evaluate each opportunity. I’ve learned a lot over the course of the summer and was able to connect with people at all professional levels and across disciplines. One important skill I’ve been able to develop during my time at F-Prime is learning how to become versed in a new area of science within days, which is quite different from my PhD experience of developing deep expertise in one area over many years. Q: What are you most proud of?A: My proudest professional accomplishment was having my dissertation research on prime editing for sickle cell disease published. My proudest personal accomplishment has been learning how to speak a new language (Portuguese) in graduate school. Q: What was your favorite non-work experience in the Boston area this summer?A: My favorite thing I've done for fun this summer was going to the Beyoncè concert. I'm also trying out new restaurants, continuing pottery classes, and hosting social events for my lab.

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We are gaining crucial understanding of antimicrobial therapy 🦠at the "Importance & Criteria for De-escalation, Step-up & Step-down Approach of Antimicrobials" seminar by CliMed Research Solutions. #CliMed Internship and Mentorship Program #CliMed Research Solutions

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It's time to welcome the new academic year with an explosion of exciting opportunities and a revamped curriculum that's ready to take your learning to the next level 💥💡 Now, with our new curriculum, you'll enjoy extra days of classes for the same price.Now, with our new curriculum, you'll enjoy extra days of classes for the same price. But that's not all; we're taking the quality of education to new heights.What can you expect? Additional internship days to strengthen your practical skills and prepare you for the real world from day one. Plus, as an exciting added bonus, we give you an extra day dedicated to immunology in your first year! 🌍🔬We are not only concerned with increasing the quantity of learning, but also with improving its quality. Don't wait any longer to secure your place. Register now for the new academic year and be part of a community dedicated to exploring the boundaries of science and innovation! The future is waiting for you.🌟🎓#PNleurope #PNI #cpni #clinicalpsychoneuroimmunology #leopruimboom #priumboominstitute #Psychoneuroimmunology #medicine

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*Next week* We're exhibiting at next week's North East Life Sciences Conference 2024 at The Catalyst in Newcastle Helix.Head of our lab John Tyson and Claire Jones lab supervisor from NovoPath NCL will be there as part of Diagnostics North East's innonvation pathway. Our region is now one of the UK’s hotspots for #lifesciences and plans to double the health and life sciences sector by 2030.This conference promises to explore the challenges and opportunities that come with reaching this goal and how it will impact on the overall UK life sciences vision.Discussion topics include:➡️Economic future investment and infrastructure➡️Skills for the future workforce development and apprenticeships➡️Digital health and health tech region’s opportunities and challenges➡️Adopting new technologies automation, AI, and lessons from other sectors➡️Sustainability region’s challenges and opportunities Stop by our stand and we can talk about how we can support your #diagnostics work!

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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟I'm excited to share the below highlight about the American Cancer Society's transformative Diversity in Cancer Research program. 🎉 By championing diversity, we're fostering innovation and enhancing our understanding of cancer. Let's work together for a future where inclusivity drives progress in every field. Check out the highlight below to learn more! 👇🔬🌍 #DiversityInCancer #CancerResearch #InclusivityMatters

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The last week of the "You Can Do It" Internship Program was marked by a lecture from Dejan Ivanović, Director of Technical Operations for Southeast Europe. Dejan was a scholarship recipient of the Hemofarm Foundation, and today he is one of the leading figures at Hemofarm company. He discussed his career path with the scholarship recipients, the opportunities he created, the obstacles he faced, and how he overcame them."The opportunity for growth is as big as your ambitions. It's important that each of us does our part, even when no one is watching. That's the key to success in large systems, where every link relies on each other. It's also important to respect the rules, especially in pharmaceutical production where people's health and product quality are a priority," Dejan advised the scholarship recipients of the 2023/2024 generation.#YouCanDoIt to follow in the footsteps of Dejan Ivanovic. Apply for the Hemofarm Foundation Scholarship Competition for the 2024/2025 school year, which we will announce in early autumn. Follow us and stay informed about the competition conditions and opportunities it offers for personal and professional growth. 👩🎓👨🎓📚⏳#YouCanDoIt #EducationProgram #InternshipProgram #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment#HemofarmFoundation #Hemofarm #OneSTADA

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This year, the joy of Christmas arrived ahead of schedule, marked by the delightful achievement of a co-authored publication stemming from a project I started working on during my second Master's year internship.Congratulations to Sam Vanherle and collaborators on this publication!Read our findings about macrophage-derived extracellular vesicles and remyelination in the manuscript entitled: Extracellular vesicle-associated cholesterol supports the regenerative functions of macrophages in the brainhttps://lnkd.in/eAgCe65W

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Amanda Yanez, an undergraduate student from the University of Ottawa, completed two four-month internships at Paraza under the supervision of one of our scientists, Alexandria Jeanneret. During her time at Paraza, she conducted research on using metallaphotoredox decarboxylative arylations to form di(hetero)arylmethanes, and the results have just been published in Synlett!A. Yanez, A. Jeanneret, 𝑆𝑦𝑛𝑙𝑒𝑡𝑡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒, ASAP. – 𝑆𝑦𝑛𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑠𝑖𝑠 𝑜𝑓 𝐻𝑒𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑜𝑑𝑖𝑎𝑟𝑦𝑙𝑚𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑒𝑠 𝑣𝑖𝑎 𝑀𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑎𝑝ℎ𝑜𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑜𝑥 𝐷𝑒𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑏𝑜𝑥𝑦𝑙𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝐴𝑟𝑦𝑙𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛.Read the publication here: https://lnkd.in/eGGg96qK#publication#chemistry#science#expertise#pharma#lifesciences

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🌟 Reflecting on a Summer of Innovation: Meet Our 2024 Interns, Zeenat Chatha and Peter Olteanu 🌟At PharmaSafe, we had the pleasure of working with two outstanding student interns this summer: Zeenat Chatha and Peter Olteanu. Their contributions have been incredibly valuable to our projects and we couldn’t be more excited to share their achievements with you!Zeenat Chatha"My name is Zeenat Chatha, and I am a Master's student in International Community Health. I am thrilled to join the Pharmacy Department this summer to work on a project titled 'Enhancing Multinational Drug Safety Studies - Mapping the Nordic Varenummer (vareNr) to the Standard Vocabulary.' This project aims to improve the safety and consistency of drug studies across multiple countries. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to this significant initiative and look forward to collaborating with all of you."Zeenat's work focused on aligning drug identification numbers with a universal standard vocabulary, bringing greater reliability and effectiveness to multinational drug studies. 👏Peter Olteanu"The student summer research project I was selected for has the objective of creating a dashboard for Data Quality Checks, that can be used to systematically process the large amount of raw registry data used by the Pharmasafe research group. The project complements my health economics studies perfectly and it has been an amazing learning experience. I feel a great privilege and responsibility to work on this task and work together with researchers of the highest professional caliber."Peter's project involved developing a cutting-edge dashboard to streamline data quality checks, ensuring the data we use is both accurate and efficient. His work is set to become a key tool in our research processes. 💡A big shoutout to UiO:Life Science for funding these educational summer research projects. It’s been a fantastic summer, thanks to Zeenat and Peter’s hard work and dedication. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for them! 🎉Stay tuned to find out more about the amazing talents and projects at PharmaSafe. If you're interested in future research opportunities, keep an eye out for the upcoming application cycles. Let’s continue to make significant strides in the field of life sciences together!#PharmaSafe #ResearchInterns #LifeScience #DrugSafety #HealthEconomics #FutureLeaders #UIOLifeScience

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In these past months applying to internships, I have been reflecting on the journey that fueled my passion for research. It all started back in senior year of high school when I was given the opportunity to design my own research project. At that time, the escalating threat of antibiotic resistance and the growing interest in alternative methods for treating infections piqued my interest and I decided that would be the topic of my research. As I explored alternative methods I came into the world of “natural” bactericides. I decided to look into white vinegar, melaleuca oil, and the head turner.. Breast milk! I was eager to discover their potential and mechanisms. Despite moments of doubt and countless late nights, I persevered. I designed my protocols, learning and planning to use techniques I had never done before. Checking on my project in between class periods and seeing it yield results fueled my excitement and determination. Presenting my findings at the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District Science Fair was a moment I'll never forget. I vividly recall the incredulous looks on the judges' faces when they asked how I procured E. coli bacteria. Little did they know, Carolina Biological Supply Company made it accessible for high school students like myself at the time to order it online—a fact that still brings a smile to my face. But the true highlight of that day came when I was awarded the coveted "1st place, Best in Show Prize". It was a validation of my hard work, a testament to my passion for biology, and a pivotal moment in my career as a researcher.Today I carry with me the lessons learned from that high school project. I am dedicated to advancing my studies in the biological sciences, specializing in Microbiology with a Minor in Chemistry at San Jose State University. Additionally, I have had the enriching experience of interning at Sandia National Laboratories, where I have delved deeper into the fascinating realms of microbiology and molecular biology. Anticipating the opportunities that lie ahead, I am eagerly awaiting where my research journey takes me!#InternshipOpportunities #BiologyResearch #CareerDevelopment #ScienceInspiration #ReflectingOnThePast

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