Gloria Ursino
Biomedical Scientist
Genève
Summary
Innovative and results-driven Biomedical Researcher with a proven track record in identifying new therapeutic strategies for diseases with unmet clinical need. Possesses expertise in cellular and rodent models of metabolic disease, as well as proficiency in various surgical, histological, biochemical, and molecular biology techniques. Has successfully uncovered novel cellular pathways with potent lipo- and glucoregulatory effects. Utilized a specialized mouse model as a discovery tool and applied multi-omics approaches (genomics, proteomics, kinomics) to pre-clinically identify, validate, and de-risk new anti-diabetic INDs. Excited to leverage these skills to advance TNO's MHR research portfolio.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Research Associate
University of Geneva
01.2024 - Current
- Designed, executed and critically evaluated complex wet-lab in vivo and in vitro models to develop and validate new candidate anti-diabetic INDs
- Generated and analyzed data, assembled figures and wrote manuscripts published in numerous high impact, peer-reviewed journals
- Developed and wrote new research proposals, resulting in > 300,000 CHF of laboratory funding
- Developed, troubleshooted and optimized rodent surgical techniques (i.e stereotaxic, metabolic clamp, jugular & carotid catheterization, bile duct cannulation) to study in vivo glucose metabolism, nutrient absorption and neuronal control of energy balance
- Supported stakeholder engagement efforts through regular communication of research updates and findings.
- Provided technical guidance on experimental design and data interpretation issues for team members as needed.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Monitored progress against project timelines, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
Diabetes Center Organizing Committee Member
University Of Geneva
12.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance Diabetes Center visibility, resulting in a 50% increase in member engagement
- Facilitated in- and cross-center scientific and clinical collaborations
- Organized and coordinated the seminar series line up, venue allocation and advertisement of proposed speakers
- Wrote to and liaised with senior scientists and clinicians, resulting in participation of renowned diabetologists from 4 additional countries as invited speakers
Teaching Associate (Post-Graduate)
University of Geneva
01.2022 - Current
- Guided students in understanding & critical analysis of published research papers
- Stimulated scientific discussions of published literature
- Graded student participation & contribution
Monash Alumni to Student Mentor
Monash University
01.2023 - Current
- Advised and assisted undergraduate students at Monash University to gain laboratory placements and industry internships
- Supported mentees in setting realistic short-term goals that align with long-term ambitions increasing accountability in goal achievement.
Post-Doctoral Researcher
University Of Geneva
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Designed and conducted research that led to advancements in hepatic lipid metabolism formally recognized by the Swiss Society of Endocrinology and Diabetology (SSED)
- Identified new glucoregulatory actions of small immunomodulatory proteins
- Wrote review articles outlining research paradigms, advancements and challenges in the treatment of metabolic disease
- Wrote manuscripts and presented findings at >5 national and 4 international conferences
- Ad-hoc reviewer for Nature Communications, Cell Metabolism & Nature Metabolism
- Liaised with supervisor to review grants and manuscripts to develop potential publications.
- Secured grant funding for collaborative projects through persuasive proposal writing and networking efforts.
- Overcame technical challenges by troubleshooting equipment issues or refining experimental procedures as necessary.
Private Tutor
Deakin University
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Guided BBiomedSci honours student with experimental design and data interpretation
- Assisted with scientific writing and presentations in English
VCE English/Maths Methods/Italian/Biology Tutoring
Self-employed
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Successfully helped 5 students to increase their Victorian Certificate of Education study scores
Teaching Associate
Monash University
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Taught various Biochemistry and Molecular Biology units of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science & Bachelor of Science programs
- Developed engaging and interactive lesson plans, leading to increased student participation and improved comprehension.
- Supervised students during practical laboratory classes
- Explained experimental theory and methods for data collection, analysis and presentation
- Provided tutorials and recitation of course material
- Graded reports, oral presentations and final exams
- Consistently ranked in the top 20% of tutors in student evaluations within my department
Data Entry & Animal Technician
Monash Animal Research Platform, Monash University
11.2013 - 02.2014
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication or data degradation.
- Assisted with developing data entry processes.
- Kept optimal quality levels to prevent critical errors and support team performance targets.
Research Assistant
Developmental Diseases Lab, Monash University
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Optimized and troubleshooted various laboratory assays and molecular biology techniques to improve laboratory efficiency
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Coordinated with external laboratories in performing specialized tests or analyses.
- Optimized a new protocol for dermal immune cell isolation, increasing cell yield and viability by ~30-50%
Education
Ph.D. - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute
Melbourne 01.2014 - 01.2018
Honours - Biomedical Science
Monash University
Melbourne 04.2001 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Monash University
Melbourne 01.2010 - 01.2012
Skills
- In Vivo Research
- Mouse Models
- Metabolic Disease
- Immunometabolism
- Biochemical Assays
- Rodent Surgical Procedures
- Histology
- Primary Cell Isolation & Culture
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Data Analysis & Presentation
- Scientific Communication
- Disease Mechanisms
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/20/92
- Gender: F (She/Her)
- Nationality: Australian, Italian
Accomplishments
- Inventor on patent “Treatment of skin conditions”(filed 16 March 2016) https://patents.google.com/patent/WO2016145488A1/zh, Monash University
- Contributed to the in vivo evaluation of the safety and efficacy of the IND for the spin off Diatheris (https://www.diatheris.com/ ), University of Geneva
Timeline
Diabetes Center Organizing Committee Member
University Of Geneva
12.2024 - Current
Research Associate
University of Geneva
01.2024 - Current
Monash Alumni to Student Mentor
Monash University
01.2023 - Current
Teaching Associate (Post-Graduate)
University of Geneva
01.2022 - Current
Post-Doctoral Researcher
University Of Geneva
01.2019 - 12.2023
Private Tutor
Deakin University
01.2017 - 12.2018
VCE English/Maths Methods/Italian/Biology Tutoring
Self-employed
01.2015 - 12.2018
Teaching Associate
Monash University
08.2014 - 05.2018
Ph.D. - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute
01.2014 - 01.2018
Data Entry & Animal Technician
Monash Animal Research Platform, Monash University
11.2013 - 02.2014
Research Assistant
Developmental Diseases Lab, Monash University
01.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Monash University
01.2010 - 01.2012
Honours - Biomedical Science
Monash University
04.2001 - 01.2013
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