Mrs. Orit Ecker Cohen’s research interests include stem cells, cytogenetics, cell culture media, and biochemistry. She is particularly interested in the development of commercial products based on amorphous calcium carbonate (ACC) supplements and their influence on different cell types, including stem cells and cancer cell lines. Mrs. Cohen is also interested in the effect of ACC on the differentiation of osteoblast cells into osteocytes in space, as well as molecular biology projects such as DNA/RNA isolation kits, ECL kits for protein and nucleic acid identification, and solutions for rapid hybridization and DNA labeling. Her research interests demonstrate a focus on advancing understanding and applications in the biotech industry.
Skills:
Mrs. Orit Ecker Cohen is a highly skilled professional with a broad range of technical, scientific, and managerial expertise. Her experience spans across biotech and food tech companies with domestic and international operations, where she has excelled as a senior R&D manager. In this role, she has led R&D groups from idea to final product, demonstrating exceptional project management skills and fostering partnerships with potential collaborators. Her proficiency extends to working with laboratory equipment and utilizing biological, analytical, and quantification methods, including Cedex, NC, and HPLC analysis. Mrs. Ecker Cohen’s expertise includes stem cell culture, in vitro fertilization (IVF), cytogenetics, and culture media development for vaccine and recombinant protein production. She is well-versed in mammalian cell culture methods, cryopreservation, and maintaining compliance with ISO and GMP/GLP guidelines. Her business development and marketing skills are evident in her success in establishing distributor relationships and securing grants.