Joanna M. Wasielewska

Joanna M. Wasielewska, PhD, currently serves as a Senior Scientist and Program Manager at Inventia Life Science since June 2024. Previously, Joanna held the position of Research Officer (Postdoc) at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, where significant contributions included developing patient-derived iPSC-based blood-brain barrier models for Alzheimer’s disease and ALS, and implementing semi-high-throughput preclinical drug screening platforms. Joanna's academic background includes a PhD from The University of Queensland, with a focus on human blood-brain barrier models, and various roles in prominent research institutes across Europe, contributing to advancements in neurodegeneration and regenerative biology. Key skills encompass iPSC culture, drug screening assays, molecular biology techniques, and project management, complemented by a robust publication record.