Foteini Paraskevopoulou

EDUCATION

College / University

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Highest Degree

Bachelor of Science

Major Subjects

Biology

Country

Greece

Lab Experience

Cell culture, molecular and cellular techniques (SDS-PAGE electrophoresis, Western blot analysis, PCR method, DNA and protein extraction), biochemical techniques, electron microscopy, mouse handling, tissue collection for protein analysis and immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence. Basic techniques in microbiology, immunology, inorganic and organic chemistry, and ecology.

Projects / Research

2013: Analysis of amyloid deposition in the hippocampus and cerebral cortex of APP/PS ApoE+/+ transgenic mouse model. Dr S. Georgopoulos, Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens (BRFAA).
2011-2012: The effect of curcumin on p38-MAPK activation in H9c2 cardiac myoblasts. Signaling regulatory mechanisms involved in induced responses. Bachelor thesis, Dr. I.K. Aggeli, Dept. of Human and Animal Physiology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.

Scholarships / Awards

2013 – 2014:

Stipend by the International Max Planck Research School

SCIENTIFIC INTERESTS AND GOALS

As the field of Neuroscience evolves, it not only gives answers but also raises new questions as to how we conceive our existence from a philosophical point of view. My personal interest is focused on a better understanding of neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as depression and schizophrenia. With answers gained through scientific research, I hope to contribute in the relief of patients suffering from these diseases.