Itzia Ferrer, PhD

Itzia Ferrer, PhD, has a diverse work experience in various roles and organizations. Itzia is currently serving as a Scientific Communicator & Copywriter at Svar Life Science AB since September 2022. Prior to this, they worked as an Editor at Consilience science and art journal starting from May 2021. Itzia also worked as a Clinical Research Associate at Atos Medical from June 2021 to September 2022. Itzia gained experience as an Associate Researcher at Lund University from September 2019 to April 2021, where they also served as a PhD student from September 2014 to September 2019 and as a Research Assistant from November 2013 to August 2014. Additionally, they worked as a Contributing Writer at The Conversation UK in February 2020 and as a part of the organizing committee for the conference ENCODS 2016 -Satellite event FENS at the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS from June 2015 to June 2016. Itzia started their professional career as an Innovation and Technology Management Consultant at InnoBa, Centro Lavín para el Desarrollo de Innovación y Transferencia Tecnológica in 2013.

Itzia Ferrer, PhD, has a diverse education history spanning various fields. Itzia obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos in 2010. Itzia later pursued a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Biochemistry from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México as a CONACyT National Scholarship recipient, completing their studies in 2013.

Following their master's degree, Itzia Ferrer embarked on a doctoral program in neuroscience at Lund University, which they completed in 2019, earning their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). During their doctoral studies, they also had the opportunity to be a visiting PhD student at Aarhus University in 2016, further expanding their research expertise.

Itzia Ferrer has taken part in several specialized training programs and courses. In 2014, they participated in a course at the Neuroscience School of Advanced Studies focusing on neuroinflammation and molecular principles. Later in 2016, they completed the Young Investigator Training Program, FENS-IBRO, at Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark, with a specific emphasis on neurobiological research.

In terms of professional certifications, Itzia Ferrer obtained a certificate in Good Clinical Practice from Karolinska Trial Alliance in May 2021. Itzia also completed training programs in Medical Marketing and Regulatory Affairs and Good Distribution Practice with Svensk Medicin AB in April and May 2021, respectively. Additionally, they attained a certification in Applied Project Management (Praktisk projektledning) from Wenell Management AB in March 2023.

Itzia Ferrer has also sought additional certifications to enhance their skills and knowledge. Itzia completed various online courses through platforms like Coursera, including "Writing in the sciences," "Behind statistics Understanding Clinical Research," "Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials," and "Drug development." Itzia also obtained a certification in Laboratory Animal Science for Researchers - Rodents and Lagomorphs (FELASA B level) from FELASA in November 2013.

While several more certifications are listed, the obtained month and year for these specific certifications are not provided. These include "Data Management for Clinical Research" from Coursera and "Good Clinical Practice and harmonized guideline integrated addendum to ICH" from Astra Nova.

Based on the information provided, Itzia Ferrer has a strong educational background in biochemistry, neuroscience, and project management, with additional training in clinical research and regulatory affairs. Their broad range of certifications demonstrates their commitment to continuous learning and professional development.