Aidan Jude

I am a dedicated and responsible Pharmacology Graduate, completing my degree in June 2025, seeking an enriching career in the field of science, laboratory work and research opportunities. I graduated from the University of East London with a First Class Honours degree recently. During this time, I also completed a Research Placement in Chennai, India researching the applications of nanoparticles in antibacterial treatments.

Work Experience

Research Placement                                                                       July 2024 – August 2024

B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India

• Conducted research on the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of silver nanoparticles using phytocompounds from a local plant.
• Gained experience in drug screening tools such as Biovia Discovery Studio and PyRx.
• Presented research findings at the BENGALURU INDIA NANO Conference, demonstrating strong presentation and communication skills.

Cell Culture Placement                                                                      May 2024 – June 2024
University of East London

• Investigated the effects of NSAIDs on mouse macrophages, with a focus on Western Blot analysis.
• Gained experience working with a laminar flow cabinet and maintaining sterile conditions for cell culture experiments.

Student Mentor (Organic Chemistry)                                           October 2023 – April 2024
University of East London

• Assist first-year Organic Chemistry students during lab sessions, providing guidance and answering questions about practical work and university life.
• Foster academic success through peer support and mentorship.

Education

University of East London                                                         September 2022 – June 2025
BSc (Hons) Pharmacology First Class Honours
Modules: Essential Chemistry, Drug Discovery and Development, Cellular Biochemistry, Experimental Pharmacology, Anatomy and Physiology, Infection and Immunity, Neuropsychopharmacology, Immunopharmacology, Toxicology and New Frontiers in Pharmacology.

Great Baddow High School                                                    September 2015 – June 2022
A-Levels: Mathematics (B), Chemistry (A), Biology (B), Extended Project Qualification (B).

GCSEs – Achieved in August 2020

English Language (6), English Literature (6), Mathematics (9), Further Mathematics (8), Chemistry (9), Physics (9), Biology (8), German (9), History (6), Music (8), Digital Information Technologies (P2).