Rabia Bibi

Self-motivated and driven PhD graduate in Cell and Molecular Bioscience with expertise in drug development and a strong interest and expertise in opioids and psychoactive substances, particularly in their medicinal applications for treating diseases. Extensive knowledge of Psychoactive drugs, Opioids, Medicinal Cannabis, and their legislation, with a deep understanding of their side effects, dosage requirements, toxicity values, and efficacy in both human and animal models. Confident in managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting tight deadlines, even under pressure.

• For publications, see Google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=qYbGagYAAAAJ

• Bioimaging symposium 1st prize, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand (2024).
• Travel award, PGSA, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand (2023).
• Travel award, AWCBR, Queenstown, New Zealand (2023).
• Travel award, MedTech Research Network, Auckland, New Zealand (2022).
• Travel award, Centre for Biodiscovery (CfB), Victoria University of Wellington (2023).
• Victoria Doctoral Scholarship, Victoria University of Wellington (2020-2023).

• Chemical reactivity and Toxicology, University of California (Coursera) 2024.
• Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health, University of Geneva (via Coursera) (Ongoing-10/24)
• Fire extinguisher training, Health and Safety training, VUW, NZ (2024).
• Safer chemical handling, Australia (2024).
• Chemical awareness training, Chemsafety, NZ (2024).
• Enterprise Development Training under UNIDO AND Biosafety/Biosecurity (HACCP) certification, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

• Bronwyn Kivell, Associate Professor, TTR 317, Te Toki A Rata, Gate 7, Kelburn Parade, Wellington, 6012, New Zealand, +644463970, bronwyn.kivell@vuw.ac.nz
• Anne La Flamme, Professor, AM 306, Alan Macdiarmid Building, Gate 7, Kelburn Parade, Wellington, 6012, New Zealand, +6444636093, anne.laflamme@vuw.ac.nz