Amanda Freitas-Huhtamäki

Wrote and presented research findings on dementia diagnostics to clinicians and collaborators. Contributed to the development of a novel diagnostic platform; wrote protocols, reports, and risk assessments. Managed human sample workflows, ensuring high-quality documentation and ethical compliance. Led virtual meetings with scientific and clinical partners across Scandinavia. Co-supervised master’s students; provided mentoring in experimental design, data interpretation, and writing.

Validated epigenetic drug candidates, improved reproducibility in cancer assays, contributed to peer-reviewed publications. Supported the coordination of experiments, documentation, and communication within a multidisciplinary team. Ensured the confidentiality and accurate documentation of research results, supporting research integrity. Documented and reported experimental data, ensuring its accuracy and compliance with research standards. Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to improve research methodology and data analysis. Presented research findings in international and national conferences, symposia and seminars.

Discovered novel inflammasome regulators and host-targeted antivirals, optimizing in vitro infection models. Insured the timely and accurate documentation of research activities related to immune response and antiviral drug discovery. Assisted in administrative tasks such as preparing reports, coordinating meetings, and liaising with external partners like AstraZeneca. Published 2 peer-reviewed articles as part of a collaborative research team, contributing to experimental design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation. Acted in the quality control of Dengue vaccines, validation of analytical methodologies and technology transfer. Managed quality control documentation for dengue vaccine testing. Ensured compliance with GMP standards, performing tests and maintaining accurate records of vaccine trials. Supported office operations, including supply procurement and managing communication between teams and vendors.