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Paapa Mensah-Kane

FORT WORTH,Texas

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a PhD in Pharmacology and Neuroscience from UNT Health Science Center and extensive experience in research and teaching. Seeking to leverage my technical expertise and passion for biopharmaceutical science in a business development role to drive research collaborations and expand client relationships

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Teaching Assistant

UNT Health Science Center
08.2019 - 04.2024
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures.
  • Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.

Assistant Lecturer of Pharmacology

University Of Health And Allied Sciences
09.2016 - 07.2019
  • Lecturing physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology to pharmacy, medical and nursing students
  • Participated in weekly faculty meetings and contributed to curriculum development

Senior Medical Representative

Mega Lifesciences
01.2013 - 07.2016
  • Enhanced physician relationships by conducting informative product presentations and addressing their concerns.
  • Continuously sought educational opportunities to remain well-versed in evolving medical guidelines and best practices, ensuring comprehensive knowledge of industry developments.
  • Streamlined communication between physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers to ensure a cohesive approach in patient care.
  • Collaborated with management on setting realistic sales goals and developing strategies to achieve them, resulting in improved performance across the team.

Superintendent Pharmacist

Medicap Pharmacy
01.2012 - 04.2015
  • Reviewed prescriptions and counseled patients on their medications
  • Managed pharmacy operations, supervising staff, inventory of drugs etc

Education

Ph.D. - Pharmacology And Neuroscience

University of North Texas Health Science Center At Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
05.2024

Master of Science - Natural Products Pharmacology

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
11.2011

Skills

  • Proficient in behavioral and biochemical evaluations, data analysis, and scientific communication
  • Experience in networking, customer engagement, and understanding of biopharmaceutical industry trends
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, proven through extensive teaching and publication record
  • Project management

Affiliations

  • American Aging Association
  • American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET)

SELECT PUBLICATIONS

Mensah-Kane P, Davis DL, Shi HS, Trinh OT, Vann PH, Dory L, Sumien N. Hyperbaric oxygen alleviates selective domains of cognitive and motor deficits in female 5xFAD mice. GeroScience. 2023 Dec 28:1-4. doi: 10.1007/s11357-023-01047-2. Epub 2023 Dec 28. PMID: 38153668; PMCID: PMC10828284.10.1007/s11357-023-01047-2

Mensah-Kane P, Sumien N. The potential of hyperbaric oxygen as a therapy for neurodegenerative diseases. Geroscience. 2022 Dec 16. doi: 10.1007/s11357-022-00707-z. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36525211

SELECT PRESENTATIONS

Effects of hyperbaric oxygen on brain function and markers of neural health. AMERICAN AGING ASSOCIATION 50th MEETING (May 2022)- Poster pitch

Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen on Cognitive Function in Murine Model of Alzheimer’s Disease. The 2022 Neurobiology of Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease Symposium -May 6, 2022

Timeline

Graduate Teaching Assistant

UNT Health Science Center
08.2019 - 04.2024

Assistant Lecturer of Pharmacology

University Of Health And Allied Sciences
09.2016 - 07.2019

Senior Medical Representative

Mega Lifesciences
01.2013 - 07.2016

Superintendent Pharmacist

Medicap Pharmacy
01.2012 - 04.2015

Ph.D. - Pharmacology And Neuroscience

University of North Texas Health Science Center At Fort Worth

Master of Science - Natural Products Pharmacology

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

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