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Maria Balonas

Copenhagen,84

Summary

Biomedical Engineering MSc student at DTU with hands-on experience in organ bioengineering research and healthcare innovation, with projects in dialysis membrane optimisation and cryoneurolysis device development. Brings strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills to support R&D, regulatory, and innovation activities in biotech and med-tech environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

DTU Entrepreneurship
Copenhagen
02.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated small-group instruction sessions on medical technology projects, reinforcing entrepreneurship concepts in the health-tech sector.
  • Guided students in applying innovation, commercialization, and startup development principles to med-tech projects.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment that encouraged engagement, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Kitesurfing Instructor

Duotone Pro-Center
Viana do Castelo
06.2022 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day administrative operations, including scheduling, client coordination, and equipment maintenance, ensuring smooth workflows.
  • Delivered kitesurfing lessons and provided client support, enhancing the learning experience and overall service quality.
  • Streamlined operations in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating organisational skills, multitasking, and attention to detail.

Erasmus+ Internship & Bachelor Thesis Project

University of Twente
Twente
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed an innovative protocol for testing and optimising dialysis membranes, addressing performance challenges in patient care.
  • Established standardised benchmarks for evaluating biocompatibility and efficiency in personalised dialysis.
  • Applied advanced bioengineering techniques and materials science to improve membrane design and functionality.
  • Produced validated results that advanced organ bioengineering research and supported future clinical applications.

Education

Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Copenhagen, DK
01-2027

Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering

Catholic University of Porto
Porto, PT
07-2024

High School Diploma -

Lycée Français International De Porto
Porto, PT
06-2021

Skills

  • Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • MATLAB and C proficiency
  • Good laboratory practices
  • Laboratory equipment operation
  • Microscopy techniques
  • Cell culture techniques
  • Biostatistics analysis
  • Training and mentoring

Volunteering & Leadership

  • Organised the Jornadas de Biotecnologia conference (2021–2024), managing logistics, speakers, and promotion to foster biotechnology innovation.
  • Led Student Council initiatives at Universidade Católica Portuguesa (2021–2024) as President of the Pedagogical Department and head of the Solidarity Department, strengthening leadership and communication skills.
  • Volunteered with Casa Association (2020) to support food distribution and with AMOR (2016) on recycling and environmental projects.

Interests

  • Kitesurfing (National Female Champion)
  • Scuba diving: Open Water PADI
  • Snowboarding
  • Swimming

Languages

Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

DTU Entrepreneurship
02.2025 - Current

Erasmus+ Internship & Bachelor Thesis Project

University of Twente
01.2024 - 07.2024

Kitesurfing Instructor

Duotone Pro-Center
06.2022 - Current

Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering

Catholic University of Porto

High School Diploma -

Lycée Français International De Porto

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