Principle Investigator
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Nir Qvit, Ph.D, M.B.A
Nir Qvit is an organic medicinal chemist by training who is interested in rationally designed molecules to modulate protein interactions in a highly specific manner. His projects are focused on interdisciplinary biomedical translational research, specifically towards cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, cancer and neglected diseases.
Lab Manager
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Liron Davis, Ph.D
Dr. Davis is the lab manager and holds a Ph.D. in neuroscience. Additionally, she is highly experienced in various laboratory techniques. This combination of managerial and scientific expertise ensures that Dr. Davis is well-equipped to oversee and contribute to basic research in the laboratory setting.
Ph.D Students
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Mulate Zerihun Workeneh
Mulate is a PhD student. His research focuses on the role of protein-protein interactions (PPI) in cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). He is deeply passionate about discovering breakthroughs in science, especially with PPI and peptide drugs against CVDs. Mulate has been accepted into Teva's National BioInnovators Program! This prestigious initiative supports promising researchers in the life sciences.
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Mahesh Kumar C S
Mahesh is a PhD student in the lab. He holds a master degree in pharmacy with specialization in pharmacology. He extensively works on cell and animal models. He's also trained well in peptide synthesis, protein expression and other analytical techniques in the lab. His research is focused on modulating the protein protein interactions that are involved in mitophagy using peptides.
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Rani Vainer
Rani Vainer is a PhD student in Qvit's lab. He is a physical therapist and an exercise physiologist and he investigating the physiological effect of aerobic physical activity after ischemia-reperfusion myocardial infarction (MI), and the physiological effects of peptide-based drug therapy after myocardial infarction. Rani's research focuses on the molecular, physiological and functional effect of physical exercise after myocardial infarction in animals and humans.
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Sayan Chakraborty
Sayan earned a bachelor's degree in microbiology from the University of Calcutta and a master's degree in biochemistry from West Bengal State University. He is a PhD candidate in the Qvit lab, focusing on peptide design and protein-protein interactions for cardiovascular disease treatment. Beyond research, he finds joy in traveling to new places, trying diverse cuisines and taking photographs
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Hayelom Berhe Dagnaw
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Samar Gani
Samar is a doctoral student with knowledge in the field of Biotechnological Engineering. Her commitment and diligent efforts as a member of the Qvit Lab showcase her eagerness to push the boundaries of science.
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Ayetenew Abita
Ayetenew Abita is a Ph.D. candidate in Medical Biosciences at Bar Ilan University, specializing in Protein-Protein Interaction and Peptide Synthesis. Possessing a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and a Master's in Medical Biochemistry, he passionately navigates the intricate world of molecular interactions, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to advancing knowledge.
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Shmuel Silnitsky
Shmuel has a background in Biotechnology Engineering. His dedication, focus and hard work in the lab demonstrates his desire to advancing science.
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Masresha Minuye
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Hana Gasha Birhanu
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Reouven Berdugo
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Raj kumar
Postdoc fellow
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