Polly Downton

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About Polly Downton

Hello, I’m Polly. I’m an experienced post-doctoral research scientist with a broad range of expertise in molecular and cell biology. I have in-depth knowledge of inflammatory disease mechanisms, and am passionate about applying my skills to improve outcomes for patients by translating these insights into effective therapeutic interventions.I’ve coordinated experimental work on multiple projects, both independently and as part of collaborative interdisciplinary teams, and have developed strong problem-solving and project management skills. I’m a skilled experimentalist with experience of identifying and implementing cutting-edge techniques to progress my research. I have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and have presented work at >10 national and international conferences. I have trained and mentored students at all levels, and contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching at the University of Manchester. I am always interested in exploring new opportunities and challenges.