Ph.D. Biochemistry, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. My early research career focused on looking at different aspects of trafficking of proteins or whole virus particles (HSV-1) through the secretory pathway of eukaryotic cells. This early research used both Saccharomyces cerevisiae and mammalian eukaryotic cells culture infected with HSV-1 virus. I have used extensively a multidiciplinary approach using molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology in my research. Mid-career I entered into Pfizer Pharmaceuticals and became a Group Leader within the small molecule screening department where I was responsible for the development and implementation of multiple screening campaigns targeting multiple therapeutic areas. I developed my managerial skills in this position. Currently I am pursuing a research based project using my experience gained throughout my career. I am screening for modulators of an intracellular domain of an ion channel and have identified small scFv antibodies that have a functional effect.