PhD testimonials
Camille BLAECKE - GIN and LBFA
Thesis : Pathophysiology of Exertional Heat Stroke
Abstract: The goal of my thesis is to decipher the consequences at the molecular and metabolic level of TRPV1 mutation involved in exertional heat stroke using a new knock-in mouse model.
"I am Camille, I hold a master’s degree in neurobiology and neurosciences from Grenoble Alpes University since 2024. Passionate about neuroscience, biology, physiology..." Read more
Nikolas ALANSSON - IBS and LCBM
Thesis : Journey to understanding the Biotin Synthase Mechanism
Abstract: Biotin is an essential vitamin that is still comparatively expensive to produce industrially, requiring a 15-step synthesis. In nature, biotin synthase catalyzes the final step in biotin biosynthesis, which inserts sulfur into the thiolane ring via radical chemistry... Read more
"I'm Nikolas from the US Virgin Islands. During my bachelor's thesis in Bremen, Germany, I was first introduced to the fascinating world of metalloproteins..." Read more
Kelig LE CORRE - IBS and LCBM
Thesis : Tau in cell adhesion dynamics: interactions between tau, the cytoskeleton and focal adhesions
Abstract: My project aims at exploring how the observed Tau protein dysregulation in cancer can affect cell transformation, focusing on cytoskeleton and focal adhesion dynamics.
"Having long been interested in understanding the underlying mechanisms behind living things, I decided to follow a Bachelor's degree in cellular and molecular biology at the University of Nantes..."
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Nathan AYMARD - TIMC and HP2
Thesis : Investigating the interaction between physical activity and sleep in chronic inflammatory rheumatism: effects of a combined intervention
Abstract: Chronic inflammatory rheumatism (CIR) is a large family of chronic diseases characterized by inflammatory pain in peripheral joints and/or the spine. In addition to drug treatments... Read more
"My name is Nathan AYMARD. I started my thesis on October 1st 2024 in the TIMC and HP2 laboratories. I pursued my studies in STAPS, earning a bachelor's degree in APA-S ..."
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Thesis : Development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) targeting ferroptosis as anticancer agents
Abstract: The thesis project aims to develop an ADC drug candidate combining a ferroptosis inducer and an antibody for targeted chemotherapy in cancer treatment.
"My research journey began in Costa Rica, where I earned my BSc. in Chemistry from the University of Costa Rica.I discovered my passion for organic/medicinal chemistry and drug design... " Read more
 Salim EL KHOURY - LPCV and IBS Thesis: Multi-scale impact of epigenetic editing in plants: from chromatin dynamics to cell fate. Abstract: We will develop new tools to accurately manipulate epigenetic marks in plants to understand their role in the adaptation to the environment. "With the dual degree master's program focusing on plant biology from UGA-Grenoble and UniMi-Milan, my passion for plant development thrived, especially after studying agronomy for..." Read more |
 Agoston Barta - DCM and IAB Thesis: BinucleaR Iridium(III) complexes for hiGH photodynamic Therapy EfficieNcy (BRIGHTEN) Abstract: Synthesis of Ir(III) complexes and their efficiency evaluation against HeLa and A549 cancer cells "I’m from Hungary originally, I took an interest in chemistry during high school, mainly because of its complexity and that this subject deals with the building blocks of our environment..." Read more |
 Tuan-Anh DINH - TIMC and IBS Thesis: Functional and structural study of the ubiquinone biosynthesis complex in E. coli Abstract: Unravelling the protein complex (metabolon) behind ubiquinone production: purification and structural analyses (cryo-EM and mass spectrometry) of ubiquinone biosynthesis proteins. "I am Tuan-Anh, a dedicated microbiologist with a Master's degree from the Grenoble University. My journey into research was ignited..." Read more |
 Lucie BASTIEN - SyMMES and IBS/CHU Thesis : PEPtides & products inhibiting bacterial growth Abstract : Synthesis and anti-microbial characterisation of de novo peptides to develop a bactericidal molecule and a biological sensor for bacterial detection. "I am a curious person who likes to understand life around us, so I decided early on to study chemistry and joined CPE Lyon, a graduate school of chemistry and process engineering,where..." Read more |
 Jihad OMAR - IAB and LBFA Thesis: Subcellular NMR Metabolomics Abstract :"Utilizing advanced cell fractionation and innovative NMR spectroscopy techniques, my project deciphers eukaryotic cell subcellular metabolomes, enabling organelle-specific metabolite profiling for insights into compartmentalized metabolism. As a highly curious and detail-oriented individual, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biology in Lebanon, followed by..." Read more |
 Marah SAD - IAB and IBS Thesis: Exploring The Inhibition Of Poly-Adenosine Polymerase As A New Therapeutic Approach For The Treatment of Human Diseases Abstract: My research project is about studying the structure of human PAP enzyme, its interactions to other partners, and its druggability to evaluate its therapeutic potential to treat cancer. Self-presentation. "I am Marah, a PhD student at Université Grenoble Alpes, holding a bachelor degree in Pharmacy and pharmaceutical chemistry and a master degree in structural biology..." Read more |
 Alberto PICCOLI - DCM and LCBM Thesis: Electrochemical and photoelectrochemical hydrogenation reactions using metal-pincer complexes Abstract: The thesis project targets a sustainable (photo)electrochemical approach for hydrogenation reactions of unsaturated C-O/C-N bonds mediated by Pincer-type catalysts. "I received my Master's Degree in Chemistry from University of Padova in 2022, and I recently moved to Grenoble to start my first year of PhD as part of a collaborative project between..." Read more |
Published on July 25, 2024
Updated on January 29, 2025
Updated on January 29, 2025
