Shughoofa Karimi
Summary
I am a dedicated researcher with experience in interdisciplinary projects spanning translational and developmental neuroscience. Having designed and executed assays across molecular and behavioural domains, my work integrates rigorous experimental design with practical applications, enabling evidence-based solutions. I am seeking to apply my skills in qualitative and quantitative methodologies to advance research and deepen the understanding of physiology to treat diseases using behavioural phenomics.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Academy of Medical Sciences
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Pursued an internship for the Grants and Programmes sector, working closely with the team within the corporation to establish collaborations and connections via networking events with external funding bodies
- Produced detailed data analysis reports on stakeholder engagement and the influence of research on policy, identifying trends and key insights
- Additionally, I explored strategies to enhance engagement with funding bodies, providing recommendations to improve collaboration and impact
- Formulated the AMS website newsletter and managed its social media platforms
- Liaised with the Science Policy team which emphasised the importance of strengthening the relationships between policymakers and academic scientific research
- Organised files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Tutor
Bonas MacFarlane
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivered tutoring to students from a wide range of backgrounds and ages
Care Assistant
Boyce Care
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided person-centred care to clients with neurodevelopmental disorders, promoting their independence and well-being
Student Ambassador
Student Ambassador, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences | QMUL
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Worked for the university scheme, which provided a platform for students of all academic backgrounds to learn about various degrees offered by the university
Study Support Worker
Study Support Worker | Firm Foundations
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepared study sessions with students aged6-16 and took part in faculty meetings concerning students’ psychological health and well-being
Maths and English Assistant
Maths and English Assistant | Kumon
09.2011 - 11.2016
- Tutored students aged4-16 with assigned Maths and English assignments
- Co-facilitated faculty meetings
Education
PhD - Microbiome disruption
University of Leicester
03.2025
MSc - Translational Neuroscience
Imperial College London
09.2020
BSc (Hons) - Neuroscience
Queen Mary University of London
06.2019
Skills
- Manual patch-clamp
- Dissection
- Microbiological techniques: ensuring sterility of samples, CFU counting
- Immunohistochemistry: cryostat cutting, fluorescence confocal microscopy
- Molecular biology: DNA extraction and sequencing, RNA extraction and sequencing, Gel electrophoresis, PCR
- Behavioural set-up and recordings of zebrafish at the embryonic and larval stage
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Fast learner
- Computer skills
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Attention to detail
- Creativity and innovation
- Research and analysis
- Presentations
- Project management
- Strategic planning and analysis
- Data management
Additional skills
Linguistics: English (native), Farsi (fluent)
Communication and organisational skills including blog writing and event-planning
MIBTP PGR interview panel member
References
Full academic and professional references are available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy maintaining an active lifestyle through combat sports, particularly Brazilian jiu-jitsu, where I regularly attend sessions and seminars. On a less physically demanding note, I am an avid reader with an interest in books across various genres and enjoy exploring new experiences.
Publications
- “The neuroinflammatory responses of microglia in a mouse model of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis” | Queen Mary University of London
- “The neuroprotective roles of xenon in a rat model of severe traumatic brain injury” | Imperial College London
- “The Importance of the Microbiome in Regulating Neuronal Development in the Vertebrate Model” | University of Leicester
- “Utilising microbiological techniques to produce and conventionalise gnotobiotic zebrafish embryos” | The East Midlands Microbiome Research Network
- “Exploring the Electrophysiological Changes Induced by Microbiome Disruption in the Vertebrate Model” | MIBTP Doctoral College Researcher Conference
- “Use of Zebrafish in Scientific Research”, “Importance of open access in scientific research” | Academy of Medical Sciences
- “Implications of Microbial Disruption in the Developing Nervous System of Larval Zebrafish” | Harper Adams
Training
- NIHR
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training course
- University of Leicester
- Advanced Microscopy in Biological Research
- Choosing and using antibodies in research
- FACS preparation and analysis
- Harper Adams
- An introduction to evidence syntheses
- Animal histology: tissue collection, processing and analysis
- University of Warwick
- Quantitative Image analysis using ImageJ
- Methods of RNAseq analysis
- University of Birmingham
- Flow Cytometry
- An introduction to meta-analysis
- University of York
- Metagenomics with High-Performance Computing
Additional work experience
- January2020- Present
- Ambassador | Imperial College London
- Virtual ambassador for the institution
Timeline
Intern
Academy of Medical Sciences
01.2021 - 04.2021
Tutor
Bonas MacFarlane
04.2020 - 04.2021
Care Assistant
Boyce Care
08.2019 - 02.2020
Student Ambassador
Student Ambassador, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences | QMUL
10.2018 - 07.2019
Study Support Worker
Study Support Worker | Firm Foundations
09.2017 - 01.2018
Maths and English Assistant
Maths and English Assistant | Kumon
09.2011 - 11.2016
MSc - Translational Neuroscience
Imperial College London
BSc (Hons) - Neuroscience
Queen Mary University of London
PhD - Microbiome disruption
University of Leicester
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