Biography

Inês graduated in Biochemistry at the University of Coimbra in 2014 and obtained her MSc degree in Biochemistry in 2016 at the University of Porto. Recently, she completed her PhD within the PhD Programme in Experimental Biology and Biomedicine (PDBEB), at the Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB/CNC), University of Coimbra. Inês has a strong background in microbiology, cell biology and high‑throughput screening approaches. Her studies focus on the virulence mechanisms and molecular processes operating in hosts infected with bacterial pathogens with high impact in human health.

In her free time, Inês enjoys traveling, listening to music, and watching movies. Inês is also a LEGO enthusiast.

Academic Background

• PhD in Experimental Biology and Biomedicine, University of Coimbra (Portugal)
• MSc in Biochemistry, University of Porto (Portugal)
• BSc in Biochemistry, University of Coimbra (Portugal)