Senior Research Assistant

Email: roza.paterek@tudublin.ie

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Roza-Paterek

• 2020: Obtained a BSc (1st class Honours) in DNA & forensic Analysis.
• 2020 to 2024: Research assistant within the MiCRA Biodiagnostics EI Gateway, working on a variety of projects with industry clients focused on analytical techniques.
• 2024: Joined the CREST team as a Senior Research Assistant. Working on AD ASTRA, a DTIF funded project in partnership with Plasma Bound and Eirecomposites. The aim of the project is to investigate the use of a novel atmospheric pressure plasma process as a surface treatment prior to adhesive bonding and painting in the aerospace sector.
• Also working towards a PhD titled “The Chemistry Inside the Cup: Examining the Molecular Profile of Coffee Beans”. The research is focused on spectroscopic and hyphenated analytical techniques in monitoring the evolution of odorants and flavonoids from coffee beans.

Bullet Point Skills:

Experienced in analytical techniques such as, chromatography, mass spectrometry, scanning electron microscopy, thermal analysis, spectroscopy, and hyphenated methods.