Carina Thomas
About Carina Thomas
Carina Thomas is an Associate Scientist at Wave Life Sciences in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in biological methodologies and in vivo studies. She focuses on developing novel treatments for clinical applications through her expertise in cellular and molecular biology.
Work at Wave Life Sciences
Carina Thomas has been employed at Wave Life Sciences since 2022, serving as an Associate Scientist. Her role involves conducting research focused on developing novel treatments for clinical applications. She utilizes a variety of biological methodologies, including ELISA, PCR, NGS, and cell culture, to support her research initiatives. Thomas is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she contributes to the company's mission of advancing genetic medicines.
Education and Expertise
Carina Thomas holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry from Wheaton College, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education at Howard University College of Medicine for 11 months in 2020. Her expertise encompasses a range of biological techniques, including immunohistochemistry and DNA/RNA/protein isolation. Thomas is skilled in conducting in vivo studies with both rodents and swine, which enhances her contributions to cellular and molecular biology.
Background in Research
Before her current position at Wave Life Sciences, Carina Thomas worked as a Research Associate at Massachusetts General Hospital from 2016 to 2020. During her four years at The Wellman Center for Photomedicine, she gained valuable experience in research methodologies. Additionally, she served as a Research Assistant at Wheaton College from 2015 to 2016, where she developed foundational skills in scientific research.
Skills in Biological Methodologies
Carina Thomas is proficient in a variety of biological methodologies essential for her research work. Her skill set includes ELISA, PCR, NGS, cell culture, tissue harvesting, immunohistochemistry, and DNA/RNA/protein isolation. These techniques are critical for conducting experiments and analyzing biological samples, allowing her to contribute effectively to the development of new clinical treatments.