Amaia Sangrador Vegas
About Amaia Sangrador Vegas
Amaia Sangrador Vegas is a Senior Database Curator at COSMIC in Hinxton, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in bioinformatics and molecular biology. She has previously held positions at various institutions, including the European Bioinformatics Institute and the National University of Ireland, Galway.
Work at COSMIC
Amaia Sangrador Vegas has been serving as a Senior Database Curator at COSMIC (Catalogue of Somatic Mutations in Cancer) since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for the analysis and maintenance of databases related to somatic mutations in cancer. Her work contributes to the understanding of cancer genomics and aids researchers in accessing critical data for their studies. COSMIC is a key resource for the scientific community, and her expertise enhances the quality and reliability of the database.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Prior to her current position, Amaia Sangrador Vegas worked at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) as a Scientific Database Curator from 2010 to 2019. During her nine years there, she focused on the curation of biological databases, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for researchers. Additionally, she held various research roles, including a Research Officer position at Teagasc from 2003 to 2008, and postdoctoral research positions at the National University of Ireland, Galway, and Universidad de Cantabria.
Education and Expertise
Amaia Sangrador Vegas holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea, completed in 1990. She further advanced her education by obtaining a PhD in Molecular Biology from Universidad de Cantabria in 1997. Her academic background is complemented by her expertise in bioinformatics, particularly in the analysis and maintenance of biological databases. She is fluent in Unix and SQL, with additional knowledge of Python programming.
Background in Molecular Biology
Amaia Sangrador Vegas has a strong background in molecular biology, with specific experience in fish immunology and probiotic bacteria genomics. This foundation has informed her work in bioinformatics and database curation, allowing her to effectively manage and analyze complex biological data. Her diverse research experience spans several institutions, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of biological systems and data management.