David Pina

David Pina has extensive experience in research administration and finance, currently serving as the Head of Sector at the European Research Executive Agency since March 2016, with prior roles including Knowledge Manager and Administrative Coordinator. David's background includes significant positions at the EIT - European Institute of Innovation and Technology as a KICs Project Officer, and a series of roles at the European Research Executive Agency and the European Commission. Academic qualifications include a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Universidad de Salamanca and a degree in Biochemistry from Universidade de Coimbra, supplemented by postdoctoral research at prestigious institutions such as the University of Cambridge and Institut Curie, focusing on protein interactions and structural stability of proteins.