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Debora Sugiaman

Debora Sugiaman

Zuidhorn

Summary

Passionate about life science, scientific writing, and technical documentation. Highly experienced in cellular, molecular biology, and genetics techniques, with a PhD specializing in cilia, neurons, neurodevelopmental biology, and human brain development. A good team player with great communication and interpersonal skills, and an internationally oriented outlook. Self-motivated, well-organized, and committed to delivering scientific quality in research work.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

PhD Researcher

Karolinska Institutet
01.2011 - 09.2018
  • Conducted independent research
  • Gathered and organized information for research purposes
  • Designed and executed complex experiments
  • Authored a first-author peer-reviewed publication
  • Presented findings at international scientific conferences
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary research teams
  • Supervised undergraduate and master student projects
  • Assisted in laboratory teaching for undergraduate students

Selected Publication: Characterization of the human RFX transcription factor family by regulatory and target gene analysis. BMC Genomics 19, 181 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-018-4564-6

PhD Thesis: The Role of RFX Transcription Factors in Neurons and in the Human Brain (2018)

https://openarchive.ki.se/articles/thesis/The_role_of_RFX_transcription_factors_in_neurons_and_in_the_human_brain/26902771

Full-Time Caregiver

Self-directed
10.2018 - Current
  • Took a planned career break to focus on family responsibilities and personal health, successfully overcoming Hodgkin lymphoma
  • Gained a deeper understanding of patient perspectives, resilience, and healthcare systems through this transformative experience
  • Developed strong organizational, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence skills as full time mother to three children
  • Enrolled in Dutch language course in the evening
  • Now fully recovered and highly motivated to re-enter the workforce with renewed purpose and dedication

Education

PhD - Molecular, Cellular and Neurodevelopmental Biology

Karolinska Institutet
Stockholm, Sweden
09-2018

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Economics -

Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
01-2010

High School Diploma -

Tampines Junior College
Singapore
01-2006

Skills

  • Scientific Writing
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis and Presentation
  • Teaching and Supervision
  • PCR and qPCR
  • Gel electrophoresis and DNA / RNA Isolation
  • Genome editing by CRISPR-Cas9 (siRNA)
  • C elegans model organism
  • Human Cell Culture
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • R statistical and programming language

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Indonesian
Proficient
C2
Swedish
Upper intermediate
B2
Dutch
Intermediate
B1

Hobbies and Interests

  • Badminton
  • Running
  • Dog walking
  • Outdoor activities with family

Timeline

Full-Time Caregiver

Self-directed
10.2018 - Current

PhD Researcher

Karolinska Institutet
01.2011 - 09.2018

PhD - Molecular, Cellular and Neurodevelopmental Biology

Karolinska Institutet

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Economics -

Australian National University

High School Diploma -

Tampines Junior College
Debora Sugiaman