MARIO ARISTIZABAL
I am an undergraduate student who has worked in the fields of immunology, virology, and molecular biology. I have experience with Biosafety Level 2 laboratory protocols and bioinformatics data analysis. My goal is to apply for projects that will give me the opportunity to gain research experience, learn new skills, and strengthen existing ones.
Work History
Novice Researcher
10 Months- Academic training within the research group on key topics in immunology and virology.
- Hands-on training in laboratory techniques and biosafety.
- Training in the development of cell cultures.
- Training in molecular biology research techniques.
- Training in the basic use of bioinformatics tools such as R Studio.
- Support the project in all its logistical aspects.
- Participation in colloquia, conferences, or academic events.
- Participation in the group’s weekly academic activities: clinical case discussions, journal club, and research workshop.
- Participation in the University of Antioquia’s scientific culture days.
Clinical Laboratory Administrative Assistant
1 Year 4 Months- Monitoring of internal and external quality control for each laboratory test in the clinical chemistry department.
- Organize documentation in the quality control department.
- Review laboratory testing protocols in the field of clinical chemistry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology And Bioanalysis
Completed Coursework:
• Clinical Virology (2026)
• Immunology (2025)
• Molecular Biology (2024)
Professional Development Studies:
• Social Appropriation of Knowledge (2026)
• Transcriptomic Analyses using R (2025)
• Scientific Writing & Academic Publishing (2025)
• Data Analysis & Biostatistics (2024)
Activities and Memberships:
• Novice Researcher — Immunovirology Research Group, Cell & Molecular Biology of Arboviruses Line, UdeA (2025 – 2026)
• Active Student Researcher — Immunovirology Research Group, UdeA (2024 – Present)
• Active Student Researcher — MICROSOMA Research Semillero, School of Microbiology, UdeA (2023 – Present)
• Peer Academic Mentor — School of Microbiology, UdeA (2023 – Present)
• Student Researcher — Colombian University Association of Microbiology (AUMC) (2024)
Thesis & Research Projects:
Undergraduate Research Project - Immunovirology Research Group, UdeA (2025 – 2026) - Topic: Transcriptomic Analysis of Mononuclear Phagocytes Infected with Ébola Virus: Effect on the Cytokine Storm and the Antiviral Response - Status: Completed. Aristizabal-Noreña, C. M., Urcuqui-Inchima, S. & Valdés-López, J. F. are authors of a scientific manuscript currently in preparation for publication.