As a scientist, I am consistently fascinated by the complexity and behavior of life. To comprehend cellular mysteries, I underwent training as a cell and developmental biologist. In my role as an educator, I derive great joy from teaching and engaging in discussions about scientific inquiries and the enigma that shrouds the realm of science. As a communicator, I always cherish the opportunity to communicate and connect with the scientific community while exploring the intersection between science and society.
Currently, I am working as a visiting research scientist in Japan, where I am focused on gaining expertise in computational biology and machine learning approaches. My aim is to integrate these skills with my past research and align them with my future research objectives. I also hold roles as an Early Career Advisory Leader with esteemed organizations such as the Genetics Society of America (GSA), eLife, and Accelerating Science and Publication in Biology (ASAPbio), where I contribute to the promotion of transparency and ethical practices within the field of science.
In my previous academic pursuits, I earned a Ph.D. from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. During this time, my research delved into cellular mechanisms associated with ciliary disassembly (as documented in Nielsen and Malinda et al. 2015) and the role and regulation of ion transport proteins (refer to Malinda et al. 2020). Subsequently, I relocated to the National Institute for Basic Biology (commonly known as NIBB) in the Aichi prefecture of Japan. Here, I focused on exploring the regulatory mechanisms governing collective cell migration in Xenopus, utilizing it as a model organism (additional information can be found here). My unwavering passion lies in the realms of research, teaching, and advocacy for science communication.
Outside of my professional commitments, I have an ardent desire to travel the world and engage in the art of poetry writing. When I’m not engaged in either of these pursuits, you’ll most likely find me immersing myself in the melodies of timeless classical music.
I sincerely appreciate your interest in visiting my profile. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or opportunities for collaboration. Thank you.