Specializing in synthetic and systems biology, passionate about multidisciplinary projects and learning.
Profile
Dr. rer. nat.
Ana Karen Velazquez Sanchez
Computer Science - SynBio - Molecular Computing
In addition to my computer science qualifications, I have acquired molecular biology knowledge paired with laboratory/experimental skills, and familiarity with modeling and simulating molecular mechanisms.
I have experienced the systems development cycle, including quality assurance, using a range of programming languages and development tools.
IT skills and programming
- Languages: Java, Python, R, C#, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Matlab, PHP, SQL, LaTex, C++
- Libraries: JQuery, Bootstrap, ggplot2, matplotlib, Seaborn
- CMS: Bootstrap, October, Laravel
- Software: Jyra, Photoshop, COPASI, VisualDSD, SimBiology, Origin
- Development methodologies: SCRUM
Molecular biology and lab techniques
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- Fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS)Microbiology basics (e.g. bacteculture, DNA/RNA extraction-isolation), Cloning (golden gate assembly (GGA)), Microplate assays, Northern dot blots, PCR (RT-PCR), Electrophoresis (e.g. SDS-page)
Hard and soft skills
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- Coding and IT skills
- Data analysis and design
- International work experience
- Writing and communication (scientific articles writing, scientific talks, workshop organization, teaching)
- Problem-solving, attention to detail, critical thinking, fast learning
- Attention to detail
- Organization (e.g. project planning and management, workshop organization)
- Creativity (e.g. production of figures and data representation)
Languages
- Spanish - Native
- English - Proficient (Toefl iBT)
- German - Basic/Intermediate (B1, Carl Duisberg)
- Japanese, Italian - Novice (A1.1, learning)
Interests
- AI, Machine learning
- Data analysis
- Synthetic biology
- Self-learning
- Sailing