My scientific journey began at my alma mater, Lomonosov Moscow State University in Russia, where I earned a PhD in biophysics. With nothing but a backpack and a thirst for discovery, I ventured to the United States, eager to explore a new country and its scientific horizons. During my postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, I delved into the intricate world of protein folding. Later, I joined the National Center for Biotechnology Information at the National Institutes of Health, where I developed computational methods to analyze protein interactions, cancer driver events, and chromatin dynamics.

In 2019, I embarked on a new chapter in Canada, joining Queen’s University. Here, on the serene shores of Lake Ontario, our team navigates the turbulent but thrilling waters of scientific discovery. In my spare time, I write novels and capture the graceful flight of birds through my camera’s lens.