Irene Pinzuti

Dr. Irene Pinzuti is a Lecturer in Academic Skills and Personal Development Plan (PDP) for the Nanchang Joint Programme at Queen Mary University of London, School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences. She holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from Queen Mary University, focusing on bacterial ubiquitin ligases during her tenure in the Stieglitz Lab. Her academic journey includes roles as a Biology Teaching Technician and a shift toward education-focused work in transnational programs. Current research emphasizes Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) in academic development and supports students' transition to professional life post-university.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences, University of Siena, Italy
• Master’s in Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of Siena
• PhD in Molecular Biology, Queen Mary University of London

Research Interests: Bridging molecular biology expertise with pedagogical innovation, focusing on academic skills development, transnational education dynamics, and student-centered learning. Prior research explored bacterial-host interactions and ubiquitin signaling pathways.

Teaching Contributions: Module organizer for 'Academic and Clinical Skills' and 'Academic and Clinical Skills 2' in the Nanchang Joint Programme. Contributing lecturer for 'Investigative Skills for Biomedical Sciences.'

Publications: Active in genetics of infectious diseases (e.g., SARS-CoV-2 host factors) and molecular mechanisms in bacterial pathogenesis. Recent work includes studies on Neisserial adhesins and critical COVID-19 genetic variants.

Advising & Grants: No specific grants or student advisement roles detailed in provided texts.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in both education and molecular biology research, though no named labs/teams explicitly stated.