Jessica Machado

Research Assistant: Preparation and analysis of different samples using Scanning Electron Microscopy for several research projects at the University. Operation of the Scanning electron microscope (SEM) coupled to UltraDry EDS X-ray detector; Operation of the sample preparation equipment such as a sputter unit for deposits a conductive coating and the critical point.

Research Assistant: Preparation and analysis of different samples using Scanning Electron Microscopy for several research projects at the University. Operation of the Scanning electron microscope (SEM) coupled to UltraDry EDS X-ray detector; Operation of the sample preparation equipment such as a sputter unit for deposits a conductive coating and the critical point.

Internship at the Food Technology Research Field. Major assignments: Application of Molecular Biological technics for genetic modified food analysis. Use of molecular methods for gluten detection in foods intended for celiac disease people.

Cloning, expression and purification of the DNA binding domain of sensing RhlR Pseudomonas aeruginosa quorum receiver.

Application of a real-time PCR-based method for the detection of gluten in foods intended for celiac disease patients