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My experiences have shaped a deep commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment in science. As a member of the LGBTQI+ community and a first-generation high school and college graduate, I understand firsthand the importance of supporting individuals from backgrounds that have historically been underrepresented in research.<\/p>\n

In my work, I strive to foster a sense of belonging for every member of my team. I aim to be not only a strong scientist, but also a thoughtful mentor, an engaged ally, and a positive role model. Building a supportive and equitable environment is central to how I lead, collaborate, and make decisions.<\/p>\n

I am dedicated to cultivating a research group that reflects a broad range of perspectives and experiences\u2014including, but not limited to, differences in socioeconomic background, age, education, veteran status, immigration status, nationality, race and ethnicity, disability, gender, and sexual identity. By embracing this diversity, I believe we strengthen both our science and our community.<\/p>\n

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EDUCATION<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Freie Universit\u00e4t Berlin
\nInstitute of Pharmacy
\nCharit\u00e9 \u2013 Universit\u00e4tsmedizin Berlin
\nDepartment of Cardiology
\nCampus Benjamin Franklin
\nBerlin, Germany
\nDr. rer. nat. (Ph.D.)<\/p>\n

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Humboldt-Universit\u00e4t zu Berlin
\n<\/strong>Department of Biology
\nBerlin, Germany
\nDiplom-Biologe (M.Sc)
\nMolecular Biology and Genetics, Microbiology, Parasitology<\/p>\n

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Martin-Luther-Universit\u00e4t Halle-Wittenberg
\n<\/strong>Institute of Biology
\nHalle an der Saale, Germany
\nVordiplom Biologie (B.Sc.)
\nBiological Sciences<\/p>\n

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

2024-present
\nResearch Associate Professor
\n<\/strong>UNC Blood Research Center
\nDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
\nUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
\nChapel Hill, NC<\/p>\n

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2015-2024
\nResearch Assistant Professor
\n<\/strong>UNC Blood Research Center
\nDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
\nUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
\nChapel Hill, NC<\/p>\n

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2012-2015
\nResearch Associate
\n<\/strong>UNC McAllister Heart Institute
\nUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
\nChapel Hill, NC<\/p>\n

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2008-2012
\nPostdoctoral Fellow
\n<\/strong>UNC McAllister Heart Institute
\nUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
\nChapel Hill, NC<\/p>\n

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CLINICAL RESEARCH EXPERIENCE<\/u><\/p>\n

2006-2008
\nSanofi Aventis, SEPIA-ACS 1\/ TIMI 42
\n<\/strong>\u201cStudy of Otamixaban Versus Unfractionated Heparin (UFH)
\nand Eptifibatide in Non-ST Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome\u201d
\nClinicalTrial.gov: NCT00317395<\/a>
\nRole: Pharmacist
\nDepartment of Cardiology
\nCampus Benjamin Franklin
\nCharit\u00e9 \u2013 Universit\u00e4tsmedizin Berlin
\nBerlin, Germany<\/p>\n

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2004-2005
\nSanofi Aventis, SEPIA-PCI
\n<\/strong>\u201cOtamixaban in Comparison to Heparin in Subjects
\nUndergoing Non-Urgent Percutaneous Coronary Intervention\u201d
\nClinicalTrial.gov: NCT00133731<\/a>
\nRole: Lab-Reporter
\nDepartment of Cardiology
\nCampus Benjamin Franklin
\nCharit\u00e9 \u2013 Universit\u00e4tsmedizin Berlin
\nBerlin, Germany<\/p>\n

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MILITARY SERVICE<\/u><\/p>\n

1996-1997
\nField (Combat) Medic (Sanit\u00e4tssoldat)
\n<\/strong>Airman First Class (Obergefreiter)
\nGerman Air Force (Luftwaffe der Bundeswehr)
\nSpreewald-Kaserne Krugau
\nKrugau, Germany<\/p>\n

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HONORS<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

2024<\/p>\n

State-of-the-Art Speaker at the 2024 International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis Congress in Bangkok, Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n

2024<\/p>\n

Top Poster Abstract at the 2024 International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis Congress in Bangkok, Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n

2024<\/p>\n

UNC School of Medicine \u2013 Boost Award<\/strong><\/p>\n

2021 \u2013 2022<\/p>\n

UNC School of Medicine \u2013 NC TraCs Award<\/strong><\/p>\n

2020 \u2013 2024<\/p>\n

R01 Award, NIH\/NHLBI<\/strong><\/p>\n

2020<\/p>\n

UNC School of Medicine \u2013 Boost Award<\/strong><\/p>\n

2018 \u2013 2023<\/p>\n

ESI R01 Award, NIH\/ NHLBI<\/strong><\/p>\n

2017 \u2013 2018<\/p>\n

UNC School of Medicine \u2013 NC TraCs Award<\/strong><\/p>\n

2014 \u2013 2016<\/p>\n

AHA Beginning Grant in-Aid<\/strong><\/p>\n

2014<\/p>\n

Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Travel Award for Young Investigators, AHA Scientific Sessions 2014<\/strong><\/p>\n

2014<\/p>\n

Winner Jay N. Cohn New Investigator Award \u2013 Basic Science Heart Failure Society of America<\/strong><\/p>\n

2012<\/p>\n

Finalist Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Early Career Investigation Award, AHA Scientific Sessions 2012<\/strong><\/p>\n

2010-2011<\/p>\n

Myocarditis Foundation Research Grant<\/strong><\/p>\n

2010<\/p>\n

Best of the American Heart Association – Specialty Conferences at AHA Scientific Sessions 2010<\/strong><\/p>\n

2008-2010<\/p>\n

American Heart Association Postdoctoral Fellowship<\/strong><\/p>\n

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