Jideofor Ezike
About Jideofor Ezike
Jideofor Ezike is a Graduate Researcher at the Regev Lab within the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, focusing on data science and high-dimensional biological datasets. He holds a PhD in Computational Biology from MIT and has extensive research experience across several prestigious institutions.
Work at Broad Institute
Currently, Jideofor Ezike serves as a Graduate Researcher in the Regev Lab at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has been in this role since 2019, focusing on the intersection of data science and high-dimensional biological datasets. His work aims to gain insights into disease progression and developmental biology, utilizing advanced computational techniques.
Previous Research Experience
Jideofor Ezike has a diverse research background. He worked as a Graduate Researcher on a rotation project at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for three months in 2019. Prior to that, he served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the David Pincus Lab at the Whitehead Institute for two months in 2014. Additionally, he was a Research Technician in the Harvey Lodish Lab at the Whitehead Institute from 2015 to 2018, accumulating three years of experience.
Education and Expertise
Jideofor Ezike earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computational Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2018 to 2023. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering, experimental biology, and computation.
Internship Experience
In 2013, Jideofor Ezike interned at Life Technologies as an Organic Production and Environmental Health & Safety Intern. This internship lasted for two months and took place in the Eugene, Oregon area. This experience contributed to his understanding of the practical applications of biological research and safety protocols.
Research Focus
Jideofor Ezike's research focuses on analyzing high-throughput sequencing data, particularly in areas such as erythrocyte biology and cancer biology. He combines his engineering background with experimental biology and computational methods to address complex biological questions, aiming to contribute to advancements in understanding disease mechanisms.