Dr Ekta Patel, PhD, is a Senior Scientist in Mass Spectrometry at Medicines Discovery Catapult with over 7 years’ experience in the field of imaging, both in academic and industrial roles.
During her PhD, Ekta further developed methods to detect peptide / protein biomarkers from fingermarks and tissue via shotgun in situ proteomics. Other focus projects included working with GlaxoSmithKline as an Industrial PhD Scientist to develop non-invasive methods to monitor patient compliance. Prior to MDC she was a Global Applications specialist for MALDI Mass Spectrometry Imaging at a major Mass Spectrometry vendor, Kratos Analytical Shimadzu.
