Katherine Edwards PhD

Katherine Edwards PhD has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Katherine currently works as an R&D Scientist at Renalytix. Prior to this, they were a Product Engineer - Scientist at Trinity Biotech, where they supported the manufacture of in vitro diagnostic products and facilitated the transfer of new products. Katherine also worked as a PhD Student and Laboratory Demonstrator at Queen's University Belfast, conducting research and assisting in laboratory demonstrations. Additionally, they served as a Research Assistant at Maynooth University, contributed as a 4th Year Rep for The Biomedical Sciences Society Committee at the University of Aberdeen, and gained valuable experience as a BioPharm R&D IP student at GSK. Katherine also completed work experience as a Research Assistant at NovaBiotics Ltd. In the early stages of their career, they held positions as an Ordinary Member of The Biomedical Sciences Society Committee, a Sales Assistant at Monsoon Accessorize, and an In-store Customer Assistant at Pizza Hut Delivery.

Katherine Edwards PhD completed their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in 2020 at Queen's University Belfast. Katherine'sdoctoral research focused on exploring new regulators of innate immune signalling pathways, with a particular emphasis on inflammasomes. Prior to their PhD, from 2010 to 2015, they obtained an MSci in Immunology with Industrial Placement (First Class) at the University of Aberdeen. Before their university studies, Katherine attended Ellon Academy from 2004 to 2010. No specific degree or field of study is mentioned for their time at Ellon Academy.