Georgia ORGETA ZEJNELI

Innovation, - University of California, San Fransisco (UCSF) • Selected (1:20) for Catalyst Summer Internship Program (Summer 2024) • Drug development: Investigated the role of a bispecific antibody (bsAb) in multiple sclerosis (MS), targeting adaptive immune system (B, T cells). • Regulatory affairs: Applied knowledge in business analysis, regulatory assessments and intellectual property within the therapeutic industry. • Successfully pitched: The therapeutic application of the bsAb. Pasteur Institute • Selected to pitch: Presented my innovative idea in digital health strategy. • Software development: Working on digital health software development. • Investigation: market access and value proposition strategies, strategies for securing funding and navigating legal matters. • Building network: Expanded professional network by establishing relationships and connections with key business stakeholders.

Senior Scientist in Neuro Immunology, - Pasteur Institute - Paris, France • Leadership: Specialized in isolating innate immune cells (microglia and neutrophils) and executing FACS sorting. • Innovation and Creativity: Able to generate innovative ideas, problem- solving, with a strong forward-thinking attitude. • Ethical Report Drafting: Expertise in drafting ethical reports for projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines. • Protocol Drafting: Effectively setting up protocols. • Literature Reviews: Conducted journal and literature reviews to stay current with the latest research and inform project development. • Science communication: Poster presentation and article writing. • Excelled in time management: Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work.

• Editorial Board Member (-), Science Publishing Group, New York

• Tutor (Basics of Immunology), (-) Metropolitan College, Greece

Junior Research Scientist, - Lille Neuroscience and Cognition, Lille, France • Preclinical Drug Development: Conducted analyses testing a novel therapeutic antibody (nanobody) targeting Alzheimer's disease leading to new therapeutic strategies: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ymthe.2022.01.009 • Strategic Problem-Solving: Proven strong critical thinking, proactively redirecting projects by applying strategic adjustments to ensure success. • Collaborative Solutions: Effectively collaborated across two distinct groups, applying a dual-perspective approach in therapeutic development. • Authored and Co-authored Manuscripts: Experienced in drafting thesis, manuscripts for publication in reputable international journals. • Presentation Skills: Delivering effective oral and poster presentations at national and international conferences (including ADPD, NeuroFrance). • Resilience & Adaptability: Able to adapt to diverse language environments, facilitating effective communication in multicultural settings. • Lead Student Activities: Organized student-run activities, fostering engagement and collaboration among peers in academic settings.

• Tutor (Pharmacology), (-), Greek Ministry of Education, Greece

• Tutor (Pharmacology), (-), AUTh, Greece

• Organizing Committee of Biotech Forum Paris ()

• Organizing Committee of Young Researchers in Life Sciences- (YRLS), Paris, (-)

Clinical Pharmacist, - Private Pharmacy - Thessaloniki, Greece • Patient Advocacy: Advocated for patients regarding medical prescriptions and drug reception, ensuring their needs were met. • Patient Monitoring: Instructed patients on the proper usage of prescribed medications, including indications, side effects, and precautions. • Medication Management: Updated the controlled drugs archive, maintaining accurate records. • Communication and Collaboration: Facilitated communication and collaboration with doctors, fostering strong relationships and streamlining patient care. • Business Expansion: Played an integral role in expanding the pharmacy business, contributing to its growth and success. • Financial Management: Increased payments with monthly bonuses by efficiently managing the para-pharmaceutical part of the pharmacy.

Research Scientist - European JPND Program, - Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh) - Thessaloniki, Greece • Clinical research & Biomarkers: Analyzed CSF samples of patients with probable sCJD, providing insights into the epidemiology of the disease for the 1st time in Greece. • Project management: Overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of the project within defined timelines. • Responsibility: Working with highly infectious material. • Analytical skills: Project development and delivered reports. • Collaborative Communication: Fostering effective interaction, with patients, doctors, and scientific boards across various hospitals, facilitating successful partnerships with healthcare professionals, while navigating healthcare environments and policies.