Athena Cavounidis

Athena Cavounidis is a dedicated DPhil student at the Translational Gastroenterology Unit in Oxford, specializing in the field of immunology with a passion for tackling new challenges.

She is currently focused on exploring innovative anti-microbial pathways in inflammatory bowel disease to improve microbe clearance and combat anti-microbial resistance.

Athena has a strong educational background, having completed a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with Summa Cum Laude honors at Boston University, followed by a Master's degree in Integrated Immunology where she received the Best Thesis of the Year Award at the University of Oxford.

In addition to her academic pursuits, she has been actively involved in various roles at prestigious organizations including serving as the Chair of the Oxford Immunology Group, being a former Oxford Biomedical Data Science Training Fellow at MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, and contributing as a Research Assistant at both University of Oxford and Boston University.

Athena's career aspirations align with her interests in translational research, data analytics, and collaborative problem-solving, aiming to make significant contributions in the field of immunology and drive meaningful changes.

She values a fast-paced work environment, teamwork, and continuous learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.