Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton

My interest in science has always been intertwined with the relationship between how research & technology translate into medical discoveries. At an early age I gained exposure to the crippling effects of healthcare systems that are deprived of funding for medical research and basic resources upon visitation of my mother’s home country of Mauritius. This experience has served as a motivating force to pursue a career in research. My scientific career started as an undergraduate research student. I spent two years as a research assistant in a lab that utilized CAR T cells (Chimeric antigen receptors) that expressed a genetically engineered PD-1 receptor as a potential immunotherapy to target specific cancer cell populations. I went on to receive my master’s degree studying the effects of antihistaminergic compounds on metabolic phenotypes. I am currently a research technician at Remedy Plan Therapeutics.

I am passionate about research & discovery that is both creative and inspiring. I created Lab notes to share my perspective of what it is like to work in a startup atmosphere & provide a glimpse of the laboratory science that drives research and discovery. My journey in a startup has taken me to incredible places and has provided the opportunity to grow and develop as a scientist. In my first year I’ve played a role drug discovery via high-throughput screening and lead optimization. I’ve always felt that one of the most rewarding aspects of science is sharing the process & story with other people. Through this blog I hope to share with you a glimpse of not only what it is like to do science but how science and research transition from bench to bedside.

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-Adam