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Maria Tsiarapa

Embryologist
Thessaloniki

Summary

Junior embryologist experienced in andrology lab procedures. Trainee in embryos and oocytes handling, with the aim to broaden expertise in reproductive science. Skilled in addressing complex reproductive health issues, passionate about supporting couples on their journey to parenthood.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

Junior Embryologist

IAKENTRO
01.2024 - Current
  • Gametes and embryos handling, in accordance with embryology lab protocols
  • Analysis and evaluation of infertility cases
  • Support role in IVF procedures and patient care

Lab Supervisor

BIODIAGNOSI
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Overseeing duties of daily laboratory procedures
  • Reagents and consumables inventory management
  • Laboratory shift schedule organisation

Molecular Biologist

BIODIAGNOSI
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Molecular diagnostic techniques including PCR for cystic fibrosis, HPV, and HLA-B27
  • Laboratory records keeping and compliance with safety protocols ensuring
  • Collaboration with medical staff for test interpretation and patient reporting

Education

Master of Science - Human Reproduction

Democritus University of Thrace
Alexandroupolis
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology and Genetics

Democritus University of Thrace
Alexandroupolis
04.2001 -

Skills

Infertility Case Analysis

IVF laboratory techniques

Team collaboration

Time management abilities

Calm and focused in challenging situations

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Certification

Computer Proficiency Certificate: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet

Publications

  • Donor and patient oocyte quality assessed by MAGENTA artificial intelligence (AI) correlates to earlier developmental milestones, as well as blastocyst developmental potential, quality and fate. Poster Presentation, ESHRE Annual Meeting, Paris, France – July 2025
  • Assessment of sperm cryopreservation with and without preparation with density gradient centrifugation. Poster Presentation, 7th Panhellenic Congress of the Hellenic Fertility and Sterility Society, Thessaloniki, Greece – April 2025

Interests

Reading

Tennis

Piano

Foreign languages

Timeline

Junior Embryologist

IAKENTRO
01.2024 - Current

Lab Supervisor

BIODIAGNOSI
06.2022 - 12.2023

Molecular Biologist

BIODIAGNOSI
09.2020 - 06.2022

Master of Science - Human Reproduction

Democritus University of Thrace
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology and Genetics

Democritus University of Thrace
04.2001 -
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