Marika Kosunen
Tampere
Summary
Researcher with a background at Tampere University, specializing in cell technology, especially in neuroinflammation and tumor microenvironment modeling. Experience in image analysis and statistical methodologies. Ability to work under pressure and tight schedule.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
Tampere University
05.2025 - Current
- Contributed in vitro modelling of neuroinflammation, virus infection in CNS and CNS disease model.
- Produced and analyzed data for publication from 2D cellular culture samples including RNAseq, ICC and image analysis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Designed experiments with rigorous controls to maximize validity of findings.
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
- Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
- Learned new laboratory techniques and applied expertise in carrying out enhanced experiments under supervision of senior lab members.
Research Assistant Intern
Tampere University
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Was working with cancer or tumor microenvironment and with cancer cells and immune cells by trying to model prostate cancer in vitro model in 2D and 3D.
- Contributed molecular analyses including qPCR, Western blotting, nucleic acid extractions and different cell culture.
- Participated to the successful completion of research projects.
- Applied critical thinking when troubleshooting issues encountered during experiments.
Summer Internhsip
Tampere University
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Enhanced critical understanding about completing research projects.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology And Biomedical Engineering
Tampere University
Tampere05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology And Biomedical Engineering
Tampere University
Tampere05-2023
Skills
- Image analysis with CellProfiler and CellProfiler Analyst
- Graph development with Prism Graphpad
- Statistical methodologies
- MS office
Additional Information
Referees:
Sanna Hagman, PhD, Adj. Prof
Academy Research Fellow
Head of the Neuroimmunology research group
Tampere University
sanna.hagman@tuni.fi
+358 50 351 5562
Eeva Auvinen, Adj. Prof of Virology
University of Helsinki, Medicum
eeva.auvinen@helsinki.fi
+358 40 838 4010
Timeline
Researcher
Tampere University
05.2025 - Current
Research Assistant Intern
Tampere University
05.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Internhsip
Tampere University
06.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Biotechnology And Biomedical Engineering
Tampere University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology And Biomedical Engineering
Tampere University
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