Camille Trinidad, PhD.
Postdoctoral Fellow, Biomedical Engineering
Todd Giorgio Research Group
I have always been passionate about making an impact in patients’ lives. My PhD research focused on identifying biomarkers for the early detection of ovarian cancer using extracellular vesicles. This work ignited a broader passion for women’s health and inspired me to pursue my current project on developing drugs and nanoparticle-based strategies to prevent preterm labor. I was drawn to the opportunity to remain in the women’s health space while applying many of the core techniques and skills I developed during my PhD training.
VINSE has played a crucial role in advancing our research as we develop and characterize nanoparticles. We rely heavily on their instrumentation, particularly DLS, SEM, and AFM. Access to these facilities has significantly accelerated our ability to assess nanoparticle properties and iteratively refine our formulations.
Looking ahead, we plan to explore microfluidic approaches to scale up PLGA nanoparticle production to improve uniformity. In our parallel project involving ADCs and SMDCs, our goal is to identify top-performing candidates and rapidly advance them toward translational studies.
Outside of the lab, I enjoy spending time outdoors, such as hiking and fishing, and exploring Nashville’s vibrant restaurant scene with my husband.