Jan G Vermeulen
About Jan G Vermeulen
Jan G Vermeulen is a Research and Development Scientist at Watchmaker Genomics in Cape Town, South Africa, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in biochemistry and molecular biology, with extensive experience in research and development, particularly in the fields of virology and clean energy.
Work at Watchmaker Genomics
Jan G Vermeulen has been employed as a Research and Development Scientist at Watchmaker Genomics since 2021. He operates out of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. In this role, he focuses on the development of innovative solutions in genomics, contributing to the company's research initiatives and product development.
Education and Expertise
Jan G Vermeulen studied at the University of the Free State, where he earned a Master of Medical Science in Human Molecular Biology, completing his studies from 2004 to 2015. He also obtained his PhD in Human Molecular Biology from the same institution, which he pursued from 2013 to 2017. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research and development work in the field of molecular biology.
Background
Prior to his current position, Jan G Vermeulen held various academic roles at the University of the Free State. He served as a Research Assistant from 2007 to 2017, and later as a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2017 to 2021. He also worked as a Lecturer's Assistant at CUT for one year in 2007-2008. His extensive experience in academia has contributed to his expertise in research and development.
Research Contributions
Jan G Vermeulen has made significant contributions to various research projects. He developed and characterized novel anti-thrombotic antibody fragments and conducted pre-clinical animal research trials focused on sepsis treatment. His work also includes involvement in commercial research projects related to water and fuel quality testing, as well as conducting epidemiological studies on the Crimean Hemorrhagic fever Virus.
Current Research Focus
Currently, Jan G Vermeulen is engaged in the development of point-of-care diagnostic devices for Vector Borne and Zoonotic viruses. He is expanding his computational 3D modeling and design skills to create practical solutions and prototypes. His ongoing research includes antigen screening against the Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic virus and participation in biodiversity discovery in extreme environments.