Vladyslava Ratushna
About Vladyslava Ratushna
Vladyslava Ratushna is a Principal Scientist I in Bioinformatics at Mammoth Biosciences, with a background in computational biology and extensive experience in molecular diagnostics and bioinformatics. She has held positions at various institutions, including Regulus Therapeutics and Intrexon Corporation, and has earned advanced degrees in Biochemistry, Biology, and Bioinformatics.
Work at Mammoth Biosciences
Vladyslava Ratushna serves as Principal Scientist I in Bioinformatics at Mammoth Biosciences, a position she has held since 2022. Her role involves applying her expertise in bioinformatics to support the company's research and development initiatives. Mammoth Biosciences focuses on advancing CRISPR technology for various applications, including diagnostics and therapeutics. Ratushna's contributions are integral to the development of innovative solutions in the field.
Previous Experience at Regulus Therapeutics
Prior to her current role, Ratushna worked as a Computational Biologist at Regulus Therapeutics from 2012 to 2013. During her tenure in San Diego, she contributed to projects that focused on microRNA-targeted therapeutics. This position allowed her to enhance her skills in bioinformatics and computational biology, which she later applied in subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Ratushna has a robust educational background in the life sciences. She earned her Ph.D. in Bioinformatics & Genomics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte between 2005 and 2010. Additionally, she holds a Master’s degree in Biology from Virginia Tech, obtained from 2001 to 2005, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Ecology from the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. Her studies in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Iowa State University further solidified her foundation in the field.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Ratushna possesses advanced skills in statistical interpretation of biological data and is proficient in multiple programming languages, including Python, Perl, R, Java, and Shell Scripting. She specializes in developing genotyping assays and has significant experience in next-generation sequencing data analysis and microarray design. Additionally, she is skilled in digital PCR assay and pyrosequencing techniques, as well as secondary structure modeling for nucleic acids.
Background in Molecular Diagnostics
Ratushna has a strong background in in vitro molecular diagnostics. Her experience includes analyzing primer and template interactions in multiplex PCR, which is crucial for the development of accurate diagnostic assays. This expertise has been applied in various roles throughout her career, contributing to advancements in molecular biology and diagnostics.