🧪 PhD Candidate in Chemical Sciences | Advancing Medicinal Chemistry Research and Therapeutic Innovation PhD candidate with a strong experimental background in medicinal chemistry, focused on the discovery and development of innovative small-molecule therapeutics. Actively involved in translational research projects aimed at translating fundamental scientific discoveries into potential biomedical applications. Research activities focus on the design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of novel protease inhibitors, with particular emphasis on structure–activity relationships, molecular optimization, and the identification of compounds with enhanced therapeutic potential. Experienced in multidisciplinary research environments integrating organic synthesis, biochemical assays, and drug discovery strategies.