ZONIA MUPE
KILIFI
Summary
Innovative Biotechnology PhD student with extensive expertise in project management, molecular biology, and protein expression. Proficient in conducting laboratory and field experiments, handling highly infectious samples, and using advanced molecular biology techniques such as RNA and DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid quantification. Adept at protein expression using Pichia pastoris and E. coli systems, enzyme characterization, and edible mushroom cultivation. Hardworking and driven with superior organizational and analytical skills, combined with a dedication to research excellence. Skilled in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing biotechnology and agricultural entrepreneurship projects aimed at eradicating poverty. Experienced in developing probing questions, designing experiments, and generating meaningful results. Strong communicator with entrepreneurial skills, effectively informing new hires on research methods and data collection procedures, and proficient at identifying and utilizing new technologies and resources. Works effectively and collaboratively in diverse research environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Guest PhD Researcher
DANIDA FELLOWSHIP
05.2024 - Current
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies on the valorization of agricultural wastes like sisal through mushroom cultivation and enzyme production
Achievements
Successfully expression of 50% of target cellulase enzymes which have the potential of forming part of enzyme cocktails required in agricultural waste value addition. this was possible through Pichia pastoris protein expression, protein purification and characterization.
Microbiology Trainer
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Teaching Biological Techniques, Research Methods, Histology, Environmental Microbiology and Food Microbiology.
- Class tutor: Responsible with, maintenance of attendance registers, follow-up of students, Ensuring submission of marks on time, generation and submission of examination reports to students
Achievement
Managed a class of 200 students who successfully passed the national examination through my mentorship and guidance
Voluntary Part-time Lecturer
Pwani University
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Teaching a class of 13 diploma students a comprehensive course in Plant Pathology, covering key topics and practical applications.
- Developed, set, and marked examinations, ensuring fair and thorough assessment of students' understanding and skills.
- Achieved a 100% pass rate for the course, with all students successfully meeting the required competencies.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
Education
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Pwani University
Kilifi2025
Master of Science - Microbiology
Pwani University
Kilifi, Kenya05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Eldoret
Kilifi, Kenya11.2015
Skills
- Project Management
- Handling, Preservation, and Transportation of Highly Infectious Samples
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Protein Expression (Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic)
- Edible Mushroom Cultivation
- Communication Skills and Entrepreneurship Skills
Entrepreneurship Skills
Conferencesfellowshipstraining
- 10/15/2022, 10/30/2022, Research Techniques fellowship, Water Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy futures (WISE-Futures), Tanzania
- 09/26/2018, Transportation and proper handling of highly infectious samples, Kemri-wellcome Trust, Kilifi, Kenya
- 09/11/2018, 09/15/2018, Sample storage recording, Kemri-wellcome Trust, Kilifi, Kenya
- 05/08/2017, 05/10/2017, Golden gate technology training, CROP engineering consortium under the Engineering Nitrogen Symbiosis for Africa
- 02/13/2017, 02/17/2017, Research Methods Training, Kemri-Wellcome Trust Research Training Program, Kilifi, Kenya
Children
2
Contactdetails
+254 115 015 306, Zoniamupe@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/16/93
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
Publications
Seroprevalence of anti-SARS-CoV-2IgG antibodies in Kenya blood donors, 10.1126/science.abe1916.
References
- Professor Suhaila Hashim, Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Pwani University, Kilifi, Kenya, +254707-719-757, s.hashim@pu.ac.ke
- Professor Thomas Rewe, Deputy Vice chancellor, Academic Affairs and Research, Great-lakes University, Kisumu, Kenya, +254729-145-333, t.rewe@pu.ac.ke
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)Training - November-December 2017
Timeline
Guest PhD Researcher
DANIDA FELLOWSHIP
05.2024 - Current
Microbiology Trainer
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic
01.2021 - 01.2022
Voluntary Part-time Lecturer
Pwani University
09.2017 - 01.2018
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Pwani University
Master of Science - Microbiology
Pwani University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Eldoret
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