Arlette Rwigemera

Arlette Rwigemera, PhD, is a scientist at NuChem Sciences since May 2021, with extensive experience in reproductive biology and reproductive toxicology. Previously, Rwigemera was a postdoctoral research fellow and a graduate student researcher at INRS-Institut Armand-Frappier, focusing on epigenetic reprogramming and germ cell development. Research work included analyzing epigenetic marks and assessing the toxicity of ethinylestradiol on germ cells, resulting in three published papers and presentations at 22 local and 2 international congresses. Rwigemera's academic background includes a PhD from Université du Québec - Institut national de la recherche scientifique, a Master's degree from Université de Moncton, and a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Université de Moncton. Additional experience includes roles as a research assistant and laboratory demonstrator at Université de Moncton, and internships at the Atlantic Cancer Research Institute.