Gessica Vasconcelos
About Gessica Vasconcelos
Gessica Vasconcelos is a Graduate Teaching Assistant at The George Washington University, specializing in mass spectrometry and metabolomics. She has a strong background in analytical chemistry and has collaborated with various scientists to advance research in neurology and biomedical fields.
Work at The George Washington University
Gessica Vasconcelos has held multiple positions at The George Washington University. She worked as a Visiting Research Assistant from 2018 to 2019 for ten months. Following this role, she served as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Chemistry department from 2019 to 2021 for two years. Currently, she is a Graduate Teaching Assistant, a position she has held since 2021. In these roles, she has contributed to various research projects and collaborated with other scientists in the field.
Education and Expertise
Gessica Vasconcelos has an extensive educational background in chemistry. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Universidade Federal de Goiás from 2009 to 2013. She then pursued a Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry at the same institution from 2014 to 2016. Gessica completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry at Universidade Federal de Goiás from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, she participated in a Study Abroad Program at Algoma University from 2012 to 2013. Her academic focus includes mass spectrometry and analytical chemistry.
Research Contributions
Gessica Vasconcelos has made significant contributions to research in the field of mass spectrometry. She implemented new instrumental techniques in the lab to investigate metabolomic differences in plant cells, utilizing fiber laser ablation techniques combined with ion mobility and mass spectrometry. Her work also includes developing mass spectrometric methods to address complex biomedical problems and collaborating on imaging experiments in neurology using DESI-MS.
Collaborations and Projects
Throughout her career, Gessica Vasconcelos has collaborated with a diverse group of professionals, including biologists, biochemists, chemists, and clinical research scientists. These collaborations have focused on designing imaging experiments to study neurological conditions and understanding the effects of reduced blood flow on the brain using stroke models. Her interdisciplinary approach has enhanced the quality and scope of her research.
Scientific Publications
Gessica Vasconcelos has a strong scientific publication record in the field of mass spectrometry. Her research findings contribute to the broader scientific community, particularly in areas related to analytical chemistry and biomedical applications. Her publications reflect her expertise and commitment to advancing knowledge in her field.