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I have extensive research experience across multidisciplinary fields, with a strong focus on transforming complex topics into engaging social media content for broad audiences. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and excel at translating complex ideas into clear, accessible insights for diverse audiences. I have produced social media content for an academic magazine with the aim of making research more approachable, and I have also worked as an editor and translator for an independent scientific magazine. I am highly motivated to contribute to both research and science communication.…I have extensive research experience across multidisciplinary fields, with a strong focus on transforming complex topics into engaging social media content for broad audiences. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and excel at translating complex ideas into clear, accessible insights for diverse audiences. I have produced social media content for an academic magazine with the aim of making research more approachable, and I have also worked as an editor and translator for an independent scientific magazine. I am highly motivated to contribute to both research and science communication.

Pierrette Fortuna

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I have extensive research experience across multidisciplinary fields, with a strong focus on transforming complex topics into engaging social media content for broad audiences. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and excel at translating complex ideas into clear, accessible insights for diverse audiences. I have produced social media content for an academic magazine with the aim of making research more approachable, and I have also worked as an editor and translator for an independent scientific magazine. I am highly motivated to contribute to both research and science communication.…I have extensive research experience across multidisciplinary fields, with a strong focus on transforming complex topics into engaging social media content for broad audiences. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and excel at translating complex ideas into clear, accessible insights for diverse audiences. I have produced social media content for an academic magazine with the aim of making research more approachable, and I have also worked as an editor and translator for an independent scientific magazine. I am highly motivated to contribute to both research and science communication.

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I have extensive research experience across multidisciplinary fields, with a strong focus on transforming complex topics into engaging social media content for broad audiences. I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and excel at translating complex ideas into clear, accessible insights for diverse audiences. I have produced social media content for an academic magazine with the aim of making research more approachable, and I have also worked as an editor and translator for an independent scientific magazine. I am highly motivated to contribute to both research and science communication.

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Italian

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Work Experience

Research Assistant at SPI Lab

April 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025

Provided scientific writing and editing for ASPIRE and ART projects; translated complex neuroscience concepts for lay audiences; created outreach content and managed editorial collaboration; supported project administration and coordination with external partners; contributed to digital publishing and public engagement materials; analyzed large datasets and maintained project documentation.

Research Assistant (Internship) at King’s College Hospital

December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Neuroimaging techniques including MRI and CT analysis; data interpretation of large multi-modal datasets; neuroinformatics integration; adaptability to complex protocols.

Volunteer at Imperial Health Charity

December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Patient interaction; exposure to hospital workflows; non-clinical support tasks; health and safety and GDPR awareness.

Translator at Knowing Neurons

March 1, 2025 - Present

Translates neuroscience content between English and Italian; maintains accuracy and tone; collaborates with editors; manages deadlines.

Podcast Host & Creator at Unplugging the brain

November 1, 2024 - Present

Conceptualized, produced, and hosted a podcast on the application and societal impact of scientific research; conducted topic research; translated complex topics into accessible conversations; audience engagement across platforms.

Bioinformatics Researcher at University of Hertfordshire

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Analyzed miRNA biomarkers in Parkinson’s Disease; data analysis using bioinformatics tools; constructed gene interaction networks; conducted literature reviews; produced graphical representations and scientific reports.

Project Assistant at Hatfield – Student Staff Partnership Project

April 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023

Developed centralized, data-led outreach strategies; evaluated products, established partnerships, and created resources to collect audience feedback.

Internship Research Assistant at King’s College Hospital

December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Proficient in MRI and CT analysis for brain imaging; integrated multi-modal datasets; applied neuroinformatics tools; adapted to complex protocols; collaborated with clinical and research teams to interpret data and contribute to reporting.

Hospital Volunteer at Imperial Health Charity

December 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Engaged with patients to provide support, navigated hospital workflows, assisted with non-clinical tasks, and promoted infection control and patient confidentiality.

Translator at Knowing Neurons – Italian team

March 1, 2025 - Present

Translated neuroscience content for Italian-speaking audiences with accurate tone and terminology; managed deadlines; collaborated with editors to ensure consistency.

Bioinformatics Researcher (miRNA biomarkers in Parkinson’s Disease) at University of Hertfordshire

January 1, 2024 - Present

Analyzed miRNA datasets; utilized bioinformatics tools (miRDeep, miRBase, DESeq2, edgeR) for miRNA identification and expression analysis; constructed gene/protein interaction networks; performed literature reviews and created clear visualizations to communicate results.

Student Staff Partnership Project at Hatfield, UK

April 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023

Developed a centralized, data-led outreach strategy to reach target audiences; established partnerships; developed resources and gathered audience feedback to improve engagement.