maria hoyos

Application of molecular biology techniques for DNA sequencing and genotyping of transgenic mice

Forensic genetics for processing biological traces (blood samples, epithelial cells, post-coital samples, hair, human remains, etc.) in cases in criminology, human identification and affiliation processes. Holistic management of the process, since the receipt of the samples, case planning, processing, analysis and interpretation of the results and subsequent report to the competent authority. Experience in automated DNA sequencing: ABI 373, 377.310. Research on related topics. Develop of guidance and training programs on the subject.

* Coordination, dynamization and strengthening of volunteer team (approximately 100 volunteers) * management of exchange programs and intercultural learning for young people at international level * attention to families and students.

Planning and execution of lectures that seek scientific approach to various audiences, both children and adults, on issues related to cancer, immunology and basic science.

Planning, development and evaluation of courses "General biology laboratory" and "Molecular biology laboratory" taught to university students coursing biology.

Development of the research project "Molecular Differentiation of medically important tripanosmatideos" Sponsored by British Petroleum Company. Development of the research project "Finding molecular markers between wild populations of domiciled Rhodnius in Colombia" sponsored by WHO-TDR (World Health Organization). Application of molecular techniques (PCR, RAPD, AFLP) in research on tropical parasitic disease, working with parasites and insect vectors of Chagas disease. In vivo maintenance of Trypanosoma cruzi strains. Papers and reports reparation. Gather, analyse and present scientific data. Financial management concerning the research project.

Doctoral thesis in molecular biology applied to the study of cancer and aeging, development and characterisation of alive models for the study of the Seckel syndrome in mammals. Scientific publication in Nature Genetics. International research prize.