Michał Kępka

Writing an Individual Fellowship Application organized by BioScript International

Advanced Scientific Writing organized by BioScript Internationa

Plant Stress, Technical University of Munich, Germany
Light Microscopy, Radboud University, Nijmegen, The Netherlands

Plant Breeding, ITQB-Instituto de Tecnologia Química e Biológica, Oeiras, Portugal

2004 - 2006
Member of The Student`s Biochemical Association at Maria Curie - Sklodowska University, Lublin, Poland

STANDARD TECHNIQUES
DNA isolation and purification, PCR, sequencing, cloning, Gel electrophoresis, DNA transformation of microorganisms and plants, recombinant protein expression and purification, SDS-PAGE electrophoresis, Western blot, enzymatic activity assays, plant physiological assays, very good experience in work with Arabidopsis thaliana.

SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES
isolation and transformation of Arabidopsis protoplasts, transient expression, in vivo visualisation of reporter constructs in plants, positional cloning, establishment and performing of genetic screenings.

driving licencse cat. B
excellent knowledge of Microsof Office package and Photoshop
experiences in making presentations and giving talks
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
international work exprerience
ability to work independently and under stress
experience in scientific writing
ability to set priorities and to work in a team