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Work History
Education
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Committeememberships
Teaching
Conferencesseminarsworkshops
Citizenship
Personal Information
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Sheila Santa

Accra

Summary

Hardworking PhD Fellow with a demonstrated record of research success in the area of cancer and reproductive health. Self-directed and motivated professional with highly-ethical, meticulous and thorough approach.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Research Assistant

University Of Ghana
04.2016 - Current
  • Established strong collaborations with research partners, fostering opportunities for joint research projects and increased funding support.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures that minimized errors rates during data collection phases while maximizing overall study integrity.
  • Streamlined data processing procedures with automation tools that reduced time spent on repetitive tasks while increasing accuracy levels.
  • Mentored junior researchers to enhance their skills in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing through regular feedback sessions.
  • Supervised a diverse team of researchers, promoting an inclusive work environment where ideas were exchanged freely and constructively critiqued for optimal outcomes.
  • Regularly updated stakeholders on project progress through concise written reports and engaging presentations, fostering a sense of transparency and collaboration.
  • Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
  • Developed research protocols and procedures to produce accurate results.

PhD Fellow

University Of Ghana
09.2019 - 09.2023
  • Networked and built a strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
  • Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities by mentoring undergraduate and masters level students while managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or accuracy.
  • Organized successful HIV community outreach events that fostered goodwill between University of Ghana and the local community.
  • Contributed to research activities by providing specialist input based on professional expertise, practice, experience, and qualifications.
  • Established strong partnerships with external suppliers, resulting in more favorable contract terms and reduced procurement costs.

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens -

Department of Biochemistry Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Ghana

MPhil. in Chemical Pathology -

Department of Molecular Medicine, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

BSc in Medical laboratory Sciences (Chemical Pathology) -

Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, University of Ghana

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Classroom leadership
  • Written and oral report creation
  • Nonprofit Administration
  • Project Management
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Curriculum Design
  • Student chaperoning
  • Project Coordination
  • Experimental design
  • Scientific Writing
  • Grant Writing
  • Academic Publication

Committeememberships

2017 to 2018, Counselling committee, Adhoc, Member

Teaching

  • 2016 to 2019, MLAB 311, Clinical Chemistry I, 3, 30
  • 2016 to 2019, MLAB 313, Clinical Chemistry Practical, 3, 30
  • 2016 to 2019, MLAB1 316, Clinical Chemistry II, 3, 30

Conferencesseminarsworkshops

  • 2022, Conference, WACCBIP research conference, 2022, National, Member
  • 2021, Conference, WACCBIP research conference, 2021
  • 2019, Workshop, Training on biorepository management, Institute of Human virology Nigeria, Abuja, Participant

Citizenship

GHANAIAN

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 11/06/82

Publications

  • Journal article, 2023, HPV18 L1 and long control region sequences variation and E6/E7 differential expression in nasopharyngeal and cervical cancers: a comparative study, Santa, S., Brown, CA., Akakpo, PK., Edusei, L., Quaye,O., Tagoe, EA.
  • Journal article, 2022, Paradox of COVID-19 in pregnancy: are pregnant women more protected against or at elevated risk of severe COVID-19?, Journal of future microbiology, Santa, S., Doku, D.A., Olwal, C.O., Brown C.A., Tagoe E.A., Quaye, O.
  • Journal article, 2017, The role of sex steroid hormones in benign prostatic hyperplasia, The Aging Male, Asiedu B, Anang Y, Nyarko A, Doku D.A., Amoah B.Y., Santa S, Ngala R.A., Asare G.A
  • Journal article, 2016, Chronic use of hormonal contraceptives and its impact on cardiovascular risk., British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, Santa, S. Asiedu, B. Ngala R.A,. Adjei, J. Anyorikeya, M. Amoah, B. Asare, G.
  • Journal article, 2015, Croton membranaceus improves some Biomarkers of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes in genetic animal models, Journal of Clinical Diagnosis Research, Asare G.A., Adjei, S. Afriyie, S. Appiah-Danquah, B.A., Asia, J., Asiedu,B. Santa, S. and Doku. D.A.
  • Journal article, 2015, Dynamics of urinary oxidative stress biomarkers: 8- hydroxyl-2’-deoxyguanosine and 8- isoprostane in uterine leiomyoma, Journal of midlife health, Asare, G., Akuffo, G., Doku, D., Asiedu, B., Santa, S.
  • Journal article, 2014, Effect of hormonal contraceptives on lipid profile and the risk indices for cardiovascular disease in a Ghanaian community, International Journal of Women’s Health, Asare, G.A., Santa, S. Ngala, R.A., Asiedu, B. Afriyie, D and Amoah, A.
  • Journal article, 2013, Mutagenicity of edible palm oil on the Ghanaian market before and after repeated heating, Journal of food science, Asare, G.A.,Okyere, G.O., Asante M., Brown, C. A.,Santa, S. and Asiedu, B

Projects

Adaptation of Human Papilloma Virus to the cervical and nasopharyngeal environment to induce cancer, This project seeks to unravel some host onco-proteins that are hijacked by HPV in the cervical and nasopharyngeal environment to initiate cancer, and the changes in the viral onco-proteins that enables the pathogen to thrive in the two sites.

Timeline

PhD Fellow

University Of Ghana
09.2019 - 09.2023

Principal Research Assistant

University Of Ghana
04.2016 - Current

Ph.D. in Molecular Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens -

Department of Biochemistry Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Ghana

MPhil. in Chemical Pathology -

Department of Molecular Medicine, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

BSc in Medical laboratory Sciences (Chemical Pathology) -

Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, University of Ghana

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