Olga Kourennaia
About Olga Kourennaia
Olga Kourennaia is a Senior Scientist specializing in Assay Development, with significant contributions to the validation and creation of various qPCR and RT-PCR products. She has a strong background in research and development, having worked at notable organizations including Affymetrix, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and currently Abeona Therapeutics.
Work at Abeona Therapeutics
Olga Kourennaia has been serving as a Senior Scientist in Assay Development at Abeona Therapeutics since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and validating assays that support the company's therapeutic initiatives. Her expertise in assay development contributes to the advancement of innovative treatments within the organization.
Previous Experience at Affymetrix
Prior to her current position, Kourennaia worked at Affymetrix as a Senior Research Associate in the Research and Development department from 2008 to 2016. During her eight years there, she was involved in the Expression Business Unit and played a significant role in the development of various products, enhancing the company's offerings in the field of qPCR and RT-PCR.
Career at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Kourennaia held the position of Scientist III at Thermo Fisher Scientific for 11 months in 2016-2017. In the Microarray Business Unit, she contributed to research and development efforts, furthering her experience in the biotechnology sector and supporting product innovation.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Olga Kourennaia studied at Donetsk National Technical University in Donetsk, Ukraine, where she earned her M.S./B.S. with Honors in Chemical Engineering from 1982 to 1987. This educational foundation provided her with the technical knowledge necessary for her subsequent roles in research and development within the biotechnology field.
Contributions to Product Development
Throughout her career, Kourennaia has been instrumental in the development and commercial launch of multiple products. Notably, she played a key role in the validation of Fast SYBR Green qPCR Master Mix and Fast Probe qPCR Master Mix, both launched in 2011, as well as the creation of SYBR Green One-Step qRT-PCR Master Mix with Fluorescein and VeriQuest Probe One-Step qRT-PCR Master Mix, No Reference Dye, released in the same year.