PhD testimonials

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Elise Paucod - BGE & TIMC
Thesis: Skin CarcinOmics: Omics and AI approaches to improve treatment outcomes in skin carcinoma
Abstract: Decipher the molecular and pathway signatures that drive treatment responses and resistance in skin carcinoma using a precision medicine approach

"My name is Elise and I’m a first-year PhD student specialising in skin oncology. I have a Master's degree in Cellular and Tissue Engineering, which I obtained in 2022, and I worked as a cell biology and.. "
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Grégory Jubenot 
- DPM & GIN
Thesis: Photochromic Heteroaryl Azoswitches for Neurological TRPA1 Optical Modulation
Abstract: Development of visible-light photoswitchable ligands targeting TRPA1 for precise spatiotemporal control of ion channel activity.

"My name is Grégory. I hold a Master’s degree in Organic Synthesis from Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) and I am currently pursuing a PhD in organic chemistry and neurobiology."
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Rima Lebcir - HP2 & TIMC
Thesis: EMULATE – Exploring the impact of data sources and methodological choices on drug effectiveness estimation through target trial emulation
Abstract: Investigating how real-world data can reliably complement randomized trials for drug evaluation using advanced statistical emulation methods.

"I am Rima Lebcir, a data scientist holding a Master's in Statistics, Modelling, and Data Science. My academic background and professional experience in data.."
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Onésie Larrière - HP2 and LBFA 
Thesis: Blood Flow Restriction: a novel approach to potentiate the effects of rehabilitative exercise training in COPD?
Abstract: Investigating how blood flow restriction training enhances muscle function, molecular adaptations, and exercise tolerance in COPD patients using low-load resistance exercise.

"My name is Onésie Larrière, and I recently began my PhD in early November 2025 within the HP2 and LBFA laboratories." 
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Perrine Beria - DCM and LCBM
Thesis: Peptide functionalized responsive lanthanide complexes as bioprobes for CEST imaging (PRECEST)
Abstract: This thesis focuses on macrocyclic lanthanide complexes containing peptides and radical species as redox switchs in CEST imaging.

"I am Perrine, a first year PhD student in organic chemistry with a focus on lanthanide-based bioprobes for medical imaging." 
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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... "
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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..."
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Kelig Le Corre
- GIN and IAB
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.

"I’m " 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 IHP2
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.

"I’m "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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Ronald SALAS ARAYA
- LRB and IAB
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... "
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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..."
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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..."
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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..."
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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..."
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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..."
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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..."
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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..."
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Published on  July 25, 2024
Updated on January 14, 2026