Dr. Verónica Chaves Vargas

- Led a multicenter clinical study, expanding the cohort from 100 to over 200 patients, improving statistical power and robustness of findings - Coordinated collaboration across four clinical sites in two countries, aligning workflows and ensuring data consistency - Integrated clinical, microbiological, and immunological datasets - Ensured data quality and comparability across sites through standardized processes and documentation - Collaborated closely with clinicians and researchers to support patient rec

Project: Type VI Secretion System of Pseudomonas aeruginosa as a Target of the Host Adaptive Immune Response - Designed and validated a custom ELISA assay to detect host antibody responses — adaptable for diagnostic or R&D use. - Coordinated establishment of a new clinical patient cohort, managing ethics approvals, hospital collaborations, and biosample logistics. - Led a multidisciplinary team of researchers and technicians; ensured data integrity and timely project delivery. - Mentored Master’s students

- Supported genomics projects focused on microbial evolution. - Performed DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and sequencing analysis. - Assisted in experimental design and data management. Key focus areas: microbial genomics · molecular biology · data integrity

- Supervised daily operations and quality compliance for a private diagnostic laboratory network. - Ensured adherence to ISO 15189 and national health regulations. - Implemented standardized QC protocols, improving accuracy and turnaround time. - Managed inventory, suppliers, and equipment maintenance. - Reported clinically significant results to national authorities; led staff training in diagnostic and biosafety standards. Key focus areas: quality assurance · laboratory management · diagnostic compliance

- Conducted diagnostic testing in hematology, chemistry, and immunology. - Performed QC and calibration under CLIA and ISO 15189 standards. - Collaborated with clinical teams to interpret and communicate results. Key focus areas: diagnostics · quality control · clinical workflow

- Assisted with the preparation of culture media and maintenance of different cell lines, mostly Vero and C6/36. - Worked with the Dengue virus as part of the bachelor’s thesis. Key focus areas: molecular diagnostics · virology · laboratory techniques

- Assisted with molecular tests regarding mutations in MTHFR, Factor V Leiden and antithrombin genes.