Elana Mystal
About Elana Mystal
Elana Mystal is a Customer Success Engineer at Ovation.io, with a background in psychology and computer science. She has extensive experience in laboratory research, particularly in DNA/RNA extraction and sequencing, and has contributed to the development of a Laboratory Information Management System.
Current Role at Ovation.io
Elana Mystal has been serving as a Customer Success Engineer at Ovation.io since 2021. In this role, she focuses on ensuring customer satisfaction and optimizing the use of Ovation.io's products and services. Her background in both psychology and computer science allows her to effectively address customer needs and enhance user experience.
Previous Experience at Icahn School of Medicine
Elana Mystal worked at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai for a total of five years, from 2016 to 2021, as an Associate Researcher II. Prior to this, she served as a Volunteer Research Assistant from 2013 to 2016. Her responsibilities included conducting research and contributing to various projects, which provided her with extensive laboratory experience.
Educational Background
Elana Mystal holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Stony Brook University. She furthered her education at SUNY New Paltz, where she earned a Master's degree in Computer Science. Additionally, she studied at Queens College and The Graduate Center, City University of New York, enhancing her knowledge in various fields over several years.
Laboratory Expertise
Elana Mystal possesses extensive laboratory experience, particularly in DNA/RNA extraction, isolation, and sequencing. She has a specific emphasis on qPCR techniques using human placental tissue and serum. Her technical skills have been instrumental in her research roles and contributions to laboratory projects.
Community Involvement and Professional Development
Elana Mystal is actively involved in a young professional organization that focuses on personal and community development. This involvement reflects her commitment to enhancing interpersonal and networking skills, as well as contributing to the professional community with a focus on science and its impact on future generations.