ABE Ireland Staff
Our Team Members
Ananya Ramesh
Lab Technician
Ananya is responsible for making and packing everything for our kit loans. If you're loaning kit from us, she is the person you will be talking to! Ananya has a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, a Master's degree in Biological and Biomolecular Sciences, and a strong passion for teaching and education. Her role as Lab Technician combines her scientific knowledge with her love for teaching.
Anna Wedderburn
Site Director & Programme Coordinator
Anna is responsible for the overall programme, resource management and coordinating the programme. She has a primary degree in Immunology and an M.Sc. in Science and Health Communication. Anna loves all things public engagement and science communication. She has been involved in many projects over the years including science-based art exhibitions, journalism, and podcasts.
Walter Kolch
Programme Lead
Walter is the Programme Lead of the ABE Ireland programme. He is Director of Systems Biology Ireland at University College Dublin and the Precision Oncology Ireland Consortium. He is best known for his research on cancer and precision medicine. Walter strongly believes that science is a public good that should be shared. Therefore, he has led and participated in many public outreach and engagement programs, with the Amgen Biotech Experience being a highlight.