Petra Schreiner

Petra Schreiner has a diverse range of work experience in various research roles. Petra began their career as a research assistant at ICORD, where they conducted experiments on rat spinal cords. Petra then worked as a research assistant at the Providence Heart + Lung Institute, where they focused on studying the role of Fas in inflammation of airway epithelial cells. Petra also gained experience at Tekmira Pharmaceuticals Corporation as a Formulation Development Assistant, where they performed assays, formulated drug candidates, and presented data to the research team.

In 2011, Petra joined the UBC/DFO Centre for Aquaculture and Environmental Research as a volunteer research assistant, where they conducted genetic screenings and assisted in identifying genetically modified fish. Petra also worked as a research assistant/technician at the Biomedical Research Centre at UBC, where they gained proficiency in various techniques such as tissue processing, immunohistochemistry, and cryostat sectioning.

Petra's academic journey included being an MSc student at the University of British Columbia, where they conducted research on mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and their role in tissue regeneration. Petra'sresearch focused on lung fibrosis and pancreatic regeneration, utilizing in vitro and in vivo models. Petra defended their MSc thesis in October 2014.

Before joining Arbutus Biopharma Corporation as a Research Associate II in 2015, Petra continued their project at UBC as a research technician in the lab of Dr. Michael Underhill. At Arbutus Biopharma, Petra worked on the development of lipid nanoparticles with a larger therapeutic index, involving formulation and process development, particle characterization, in vivo testing, assays, and data analysis.

Most recently, Petra worked at Genevant Sciences, starting as a Senior Research Associate in 2018 and progressing to roles as a Scientist and then a Manager in Technology Development. Further details about their responsibilities and accomplishments in these positions are not provided.

Petra Schreiner's education history includes a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Cell and Developmental Biology from The University of British Columbia, which they completed from 2011 to 2014. Prior to their master's degree, Petra earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Biotechnology from The University of British Columbia, graduating between 2005 and 2010. Petra also pursued a Diploma of Technology in Biotechnology from the British Columbia Institute of Technology, which they completed from 2006 to 2008. Petra's secondary education was at West Vancouver Secondary School, where they attended from 2002 to 2005. There is no information available regarding their degree or field of study at West Vancouver Secondary School. Additionally, Petra's educational path began at Rockridge Secondary School, but no details are provided about their degree or field of study from this institution.