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Ghita Diani

Ghita Diani

Athens,Georgia

Summary

First year Ph.D. student in Organic Chemistry at the University of Georgia from Morocco. Research interests include small molecule synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and green chemistry. Experienced in bench chemistry, materials functionalization, and analytical instrumentation. Passionate about applying innovative, sustainable approaches to advance organic and medicinal chemistry.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Gauthier Research Group
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Project: Development and Implementation of a Sulfur Functionalized ZIF-8 Lead Detection System.
  • Characterized and monitored functionalization with infrared (IR) spectroscopy, powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
  • Engineered practical lead-testing strips by incorporating functionalized ZIF-8 into portable devices, to create a colorimetric sensor for lead detection.

Laboratory Assistant

FSC Chemistry Department
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Prepare and maintain reagents and solvents for upcoming laboratory classes, developing strong attention to detail and precision.
  • Conduct routine equipment and glassware checks.

Lab Assistant

Faculty of Science and Techniques
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assessed the electrochemical properties of nickel foam, through the use of Raman spectroscopy, SEM-EDX, X-ray diffraction, and cyclic voltammetry.
  • Synthesized cobalt oxide thin layers using 3 different methods.
  • Gained hands on experience with spray pyrolysis, spin coating, and electrochemical deposition.

Lab Assistant

The National Office of Food Safety
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Determination of aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2 in peanut butter through the use of HPLC and LCMS.
  • Detection of Domoic Acid in Shellfish that causes ASP through the use of HPLC.
  • Gained valuable experience prepping samples and setting up post-column derivatization and immuno-affinity column clean up.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, With Minor in Mathematics

Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL
05-2025

Skills

  • Materials Synthesis
  • Post Synthetic Modification
  • Microsoft office

LANGUAGES

English (Fluent)
French (Fluent)
Arabic (Basics)
Creole (Basics)

Timeline

Research Assistant

Gauthier Research Group
08.2024 - 05.2025

Laboratory Assistant

FSC Chemistry Department
08.2024 - 05.2025

Lab Assistant

Faculty of Science and Techniques
05.2024 - 07.2024

Lab Assistant

The National Office of Food Safety
06.2023 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, With Minor in Mathematics

Florida Southern College

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