Hey, I’m Aamina

International Research Experience in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics

Biomolecular & Translational Researcher | Science Communicator

Exploring the molecular language of disease through research, reflection, and creativity

About Me

Hello! I’m Aamina, a biomolecular researcher focused on RNA-mediated gene regulation and biomolecular condensate dynamics in disease. I am particularly interested in how RNA-driven regulatory mechanisms and cellular organization integrate to control cellular function, stress adaptation, and disease progression. My work bridges molecular experimentation and translational insight, combining RNA biology, immunology, and disease-focused research, including the engineering of LLPS-based enzyme systems to explore how condensates regulate biochemical activity in metabolic disorders such as phenylketonuria (PKU).

I hold a Master’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and have several years of international research experience in RNA biology and cancer biomarker development, with peer-reviewed publications from collaborative projects. I have hands-on experience in techniques such as RNA-seq analysis, qPCR/RT-PCR, flow cytometry, and cell culture systems, which I have applied to investigate RNA regulation and cancer-associated biomarker expression.

My long-term goal is to establish an independent research program focused on understanding how RNA-mediated regulatory mechanisms and biomolecular condensate dynamics shape gene expression in disease. I am particularly interested in how these processes operate within host–pathogen interactions and influence cellular responses and adaptation. By integrating molecular and systems-level approaches, I aim to generate insights into gene regulation and cellular organization that advance our understanding of disease progression.

I believe science should be shared, not just published. Through writing and mentoring, I enjoy turning complex scientific ideas into conversations that anyone can understand.

Research Interests

  • RNA-mediated gene regulation and biomolecular condensates in disease

  • Host–pathogen interactions and cellular adaptation mechanisms

  • Molecular mechanisms of disease progression and translational research approaches

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My Expertise

Research Expertise

I specialize in exploring the molecular basis of cancer through the integration of experimental and computational approaches.

Molecular and Cellular Biology: Expertise in RNA expression analysis, post-transcriptional gene regulation, immune-related signaling pathways, and molecular mechanisms of cancer progression.

Condensate and Protein Engineering: Experience working on LLPS-based enzyme systems, focusing on phase separation behavior and their emerging applications in biosensing.

Translational and Clinical Research: Conceptual understanding of cytogenetic and molecular profiling in hematologic malignancies, emphasizing diagnostic and prognostic relevance within the ELN framework.

Bioinformatics: Skilled in genomic and transcriptomic data analysis using R and Python, with experience automating variant annotation pipelines and managing clinical mutation datasets in SQL databases.

Scientific Communication

  • Presenting research findings to multidisciplinary teams

  • Scientific writing, manuscript preparation, and literature review

  • Designing posters and presentations for conferences and seminars

International Collaboration Experience

  • Fellowship and research training in Germany (IZKF)

  • Experience in cross-institutional and interdisciplinary collaboration in molecular and translational research

How Can I Contribute to Your Lab’s Research?

I offer a rare combination of wet-lab precision, bioinformatics insight, and global research experience

 to strengthen and advance your lab’s projects.

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Awards and Honours

A gold medal with a star in the center and an orange and yellow ribbon at the top.

(Research Fellowship 2026)

ITQB NOVA BRIDGE Fellowship, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, Portugal

(Summer School of Molecular Medicine 2024)

Interdisciplinary Centre for Clinical Research (IZKF) Fellowship, Germany

(Master of Science Scholarship 2020-21)

British Council scholarships for women in STEM, Scottish Government, UK

(Bachelor of Science Scholarship 2014-17)

Higher Education Commission Scholarship, Pakistan

What my mentors, supervisors, and lab mates say?

“I was Aamina’s master’s thesis supervisor. She conducted her research with patience, thoughtfulness, and precision. She has the qualities of a promising scientist and a future leader in molecular biology.” 

Prof. Dr. Ramla Shahid (PhD, University of Cambridge, UK; Fulbright Alumna, MIT, USA) 

Professor, Kohsar University, Murree, Pakistan

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Affiliations & Recognitions

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