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Daniel Pinto

Lead Scientist at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research

Daniel Pinto, Ph.D/M.S. has a diverse work experience in the field of scientific research and teaching. Daniel started their career as a Medical Research Assistant at the Instituto National de Enfermedades Respiratorias, where they conducted clinical research on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and investigated genetic susceptibility and cellular populations. Daniel then worked as a Research Assistant in Immunology/Microbiology at the National Center for Biodefense and Infectious Diseases, where they contributed to various research projects.

Afterward, Daniel joined the Krasnow Institute for Advanced Study as a Research Assistant in Neuroscience. Here, they conducted independent research on the implications of environmental factors on brain development and studied cell signaling and proliferation.

In 2012, Daniel started working at Quest Diagnostics as a Medical Technologist II, specializing in Toxicology. Daniel later transitioned to the role of an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University, where they taught courses in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, and Forensic Sciences. Daniel also served as a Principal Investigator and managed scientific research projects, including grant writing and financial reporting.

Daniel's experience at George Mason University continued as they became a Professor and Teaching Assistant, delivering lectures on Cell Biology and serving as an Adjunct Professor. During their time there, they also worked as a Lead Scientist at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, leading research initiatives.

Daniel then joined the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education as a Post-Doctoral Fellow and later became a Lead Scientist at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. Daniel's research interests focused on viral infections, host-pathogen interactions, gene editing, and immune regulation.

Additionally, Daniel worked as an Instructor at Bio-Trac®, where they shared their expertise in scientific training.

Overall, Daniel Pinto's work experience showcases their expertise in scientific research and teaching, with a particular focus on virology, immunology, and cellular biology.

Daniel Pinto, Ph.D/M.S. has a strong educational background in microbiology, infectious diseases, forensic science, and biology. Daniel obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases from George Mason University in the years 2016-2020. Prior to that, they completed their Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Forensic Science at the same institution from 2012-2014. Daniel'sBachelor of Science degree in Biology was earned at George Mason University from 2009-2011. In addition to their formal education, Daniel Pinto has also obtained a Harvard Verified Certificate for Data Science: R Basics from Harvardx on edX in 2021.

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Timeline

  • Lead Scientist

    April, 2022 - present

  • Post-doctoral Scientist

    July, 2020