Lucia Proietti-S D' Empaire

I earned a PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology and biotechnology. My career spans a variety of experiences in scientific research, teaching and regulatory affairs. I have a proven track record in the study of parasites, supported by a diverse set of skills in bioinformatics, microscopy, proteomics, biochemistry and molecular biology.
My varied background includes both research and teaching roles. I am a passionate and committed individual who genuinely enjoys the realm of science. My enthusiasm is evident in my long-standing dedication to research projects and my ongoing pursuit of professional development. Flexibility and adaptability: Having lived in several countries, I have gained a global perspective and a deep understanding of diverse working methods. This exposure has provided me with a broad spectrum of problem-solving skills, making me highly adaptable to different challenges in the teamwork landscape.
My career path, which spans from being a biology professor to a postdoctoral associate in structural biology,
Language proficiency: I speak Spanish, Italian and English fluently and Portuguese at an intermediate level. I possess excellent communication skills that enhance my effectiveness in diverse and multicultural environments. Teamwork: Throughout my career, I have actively collaborated with diverse teams, contributing to the success of projects and fostering a collaborative work culture. My leadership roles and collaborations underscore my ability to work effectively with others toward common goals.

• Florida Teacher Certification Examinations Biology 6-12, 2020
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification, 2018
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification, 2020

• Evidence for dimer/tetramer equilibrium in Trypanosoma brucei 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase - Biochem & Biophys Acta. 2013 Dec; 1834 (12): 2647-52.
• Energy Cost for the proper ionization of active site residues in 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase from T. brucei (2014).
• Trypanosoma evansi: A qualitative and quantitative ultrastructural Analysis of the spleen during experimental murine infections (2020).
• Currently in progress: "Structure and Regulation of thick filaments of striated oblique muscle."

• Various courses related to veterinary hemoparasitiosis
• Biotech
• Cell biology
• Bioethics
• Craft-foods
• Instructional training

• Award for First Place in Best Work Presented in Electron Microscopy, IX Interamerican Conference on Electron Microscopy, Cusco, Peru, 2007
• Fellowship, Venezuelan Ministry of Science and Technology (FONACIT), 2007
• Doctoral Scholarship, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy, 2010

• Spanish
• Italian
• English