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Research Fellow
School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences
- Research FellowSchool of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences
BIO
I am a neuroscientist specializing in ion channel pharmacology, with a focus on the molecular mechanisms underlying sensory neuron function. My work combines expertise in venom-derived peptides, stem cell-derived neuronal models, and pain signaling to address fundamental questions in sensory physiology. I bring a collaborative and detail-oriented approach to both research and mentorship. My long-term goal is to lead a program that integrates mechanistic insight with translational potential, training the next generation of rigorous and thoughtful scientists.
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG APPOINTMENTS
- Research FellowFaculty of Science, Medicine and Health, School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences, Wollongong, Australia2016 - present
NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- Lead ScientistIllawarra Health and Medical Research Institute, UOW, Wollongong, Australia2018 - present
DEGREES
- Licenciatura (Bachelor Hons), BiologyLa Universidad del Zulia, Venezuela1992 - 1999
- PhD, Natural SciencesGeorg-August-Univertität Göttingen, Germany2000 - 2004
LANGUAGES
- Spanish - Latin AmericanCan read, write, speak, understand and peer review
- EnglishCan read, write, speak, understand and peer review
AVAILABILITY
- Masters Research or PhD student supervision