Alexandra Bergfort
About Alexandra Bergfort
Alexandra Bergfort is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Yale University, specializing in RNA biology. She has a diverse educational background, having studied at multiple prestigious institutions, including Rockefeller University and Freie Universität Berlin.
Work at Yale University
Alexandra Bergfort has been serving as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Yale University since 2021. In this role, she engages in advanced research activities, contributing to the field of RNA biology. Her position at Yale marks a significant step in her academic career, allowing her to collaborate with leading researchers and participate in innovative projects within the university's research community.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Bergfort has a robust educational background in biochemistry and molecular biology. She completed her Diplom (Master of Science equivalent) at Freie Universität Berlin from 2009 to 2015. She furthered her studies with internships focused on RNA biology at Rockefeller University and the University of Edinburgh in 2013, and molecular biology at Universidad de Barcelona in 2012. Her academic training laid a strong foundation for her research expertise in RNA biology.
Background in Research
Prior to her current role at Yale University, Alexandra Bergfort worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Freie Universität Berlin from 2020 to 2021. She also completed her PhD studies in Biochemistry at the same institution from 2017 to 2020. Her research experiences in Berlin contributed to her knowledge and skills in biochemistry and RNA biology, preparing her for her postdoctoral work.
Internships and Early Research Experience
Alexandra Bergfort gained valuable research experience through various internships during her academic career. In 2012, she completed an internship at Universidad de Barcelona, focusing on molecular biology. In 2013, she undertook internships at both Rockefeller University and the University of Edinburgh, specializing in RNA biology. These experiences provided her with practical skills and insights that have influenced her subsequent research endeavors.