Ph.D. in Biochemistry with strong expertise in chemical and biochemical purification and characterization of biomolecules, particularly polysaccharides derived from natural products, and investigation of their biological activities. Proven track record in investigating immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and bioactive properties of compounds from edible mushrooms and plant sources, supported by peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals. Over 11 years of experience in cell culture systems, including mammalian cell lines and microorganisms, applied to functional assays, host–pathogen interaction studies, and immune response evaluation. Extensive experience in cellular models, such as macrophage activation, hybridoma, and infection assays, integrating biochemical and molecular approaches. Hands-on experience in animal handling for monoclonal antibody production, including immunization protocols, spleen cell isolation, and hybridoma generation. Experienced in combining advanced analytical techniques (GC-MS, NMR, HPSEC, RT-qPCR) with cellular and functional assays. Expanded expertise into molecular biology and translational research through postdoctoral work, including antibody production, protein purification, and investigation of RNA-binding proteins in Trypanosoma cruzi. Demonstrated experience in large-scale molecular diagnostics and assay validation, with applications in infectious diseases and biosensor development. Combines interdisciplinary expertise spanning biochemis