Two FOSSI scholars spent a memorable summer at Pfizer’s Chesterfield site in St. Louis, Missouri. They saw firsthand how the pharmaceutical business works and the incredible potential of pharmaceutical science and lab research to revolutionize global healthcare.
Murray and Adams-Hall reflect on working together
Korin Murray, a rising junior at North Carolina A&T University, had the privilege of working with Sharee Adams-Hall, a Senior Scientist for Biotherapeutics Pharmaceutical Sciences in Pfizer’s Analytical Research and Development area. Together they assessed a novel application of multi-angle light scattering for a copolymer vaccine characterization.
Following her internship, Murray commented, “Throughout my experience, I delved into the fascinating world of pharmaceutical science, specifically light scattering. This provided valuable insights that enriched my future college and career aspirations. The knowledge gained during my time here not only broadened my understanding of pharmaceutical research, but fueled my passion to contribute innovatively to the STEM field.”
A proud Adams-Hall added, “I have had the distinct pleasure of mentoring Korin this summer to generate data to support a new application of static light scattering to characterize a copolymer vaccine. Korin’s meticulous work during lab research and data analysis produced an impactful assessment of a promising new tool to drive drug design for successful manufacturing. Her conscientiousness and focus are key attributes needed to create technology solutions for our future.”
Hart and Anleitner share their thoughts about the internship
Cidney Hart, a rising junior at Norfolk State University, worked on morphological and chemical characterization of lipid nanoparticles with Patrice Anleitner, Senior Scientist for Biotherapeutics Pharmaceutical Sciences in the Formulation and Process Development area.
“I have loved working as intern here at Pfizer,” said Hart. “It was nice to meet colleagues that are working on designing drugs for the future, and to learn where healthcare professionals and scientists are the nexus of patient care within the next 10 years. Thank you, Pfizer and FOSSI, for this great opportunity.”
Mentor Anelitner shared, “I was very fortunate to be able to mentor Cidney this summer. Her work on morphological and chemical characterization of lipid nanoparticles will benefit future studies in this area. Cidney learned the operation of multiple particle characterization instruments and applied the data generated to help manage the direction of the study. Her ability to quickly learn new instruments, apply data analysis, and pivot shows the great potential that exists in these scholars for the future.”
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