Helena Ambrosino

Helena Ambrosino is a Research Technician II at Doheny Eye Institute since October 2022, contributing to research on mitochondria's role in age-related macular degeneration. Previously, as an External Affiliate at Caltech from September 2021 to August 2022, Helena was involved in developing fluorescent biosensor proteins for studying rapidly-acting antidepressants. Helena served as the Technical Director at Biotecnología & Acuacultura BIOTACOL LTDA from 2009 to 2017, where responsibilities included preparing EIAs and management plans. Additional experience includes designing a flat bioreactor as a Graduate Assistant at the University of the Andes, conducting laboratory tests as an External Consultant for Procaps, and defining seaweed farming feasibility for the FAO. Helena's early career involved assisting in microalgae cultures and genetic analysis at various research institutions. Helena holds a Master's degree in Environmental Engineering from Universidad de Los Andes and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano.