Amélie Lopès
About Amélie Lopès
Amélie Lopès is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, specializing in the interaction between microbiota or infectious pathogens and mononuclear phagocytes in cancer and immunotherapy. She holds advanced degrees in Immunology and Cancerology from Pierre et Marie Curie University and Clermont Auvergne University.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Amélie Lopès has been serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2019. She conducts research in the Romina Goldszmid lab, which is part of the Center for Cancer Research. Her work focuses on the interaction between microbiota or infectious pathogens and mononuclear phagocytes, particularly in the context of cancer and immunotherapy. This role allows her to contribute to significant advancements in understanding immune responses related to cancer treatment.
Education and Expertise
Amélie Lopès has a strong educational background in immunology and cancerology. She completed her Master of Research on Immunology with a specialization in Innovative Immunotherapy at Pierre et Marie Curie University (Paris VI), graduating with honors in 2015. She then pursued a Ph.D. in Immunology and Cancerology at Clermont Auvergne University from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she holds a two-year degree in Biological and Biochemical analyses from Université Clermont Auvergne, obtained between 2009 and 2011.
Research Experience
Prior to her current position at the NIH, Amélie Lopès gained valuable research experience in various roles. She worked as a Research technician at INSERM for two months in 2011, where she contributed to ongoing research projects. Additionally, she served as a Research apprentice engineer at Sanofi R&D from 2013 to 2015, further developing her skills in a corporate research environment. These experiences have equipped her with practical knowledge in immunology and cancer research.
Academic Achievements
Throughout her academic career, Amélie Lopès has demonstrated a commitment to excellence. She was the head of her class during her Master of Research studies at Pierre et Marie Curie University. Her academic journey also includes preparatory classes for French 'Grandes Ecoles' at Lycée Louis Pasteur in 2011, which laid a strong foundation for her advanced studies. Her educational achievements reflect her dedication to the field of immunology.