I establish my lab at the CHU Sainte Justine in June 2024. I obtained my Ph.D in Julien Bertrand's laboratory at the University of Geneva and did a postdoctoral training in Stefania Nicoli's laboratory at Yale University.

Danio rerio is a fish species that serves as our primary model organism in the laboratory.

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Hello, I'm Amani! I hold a masters’ in Medical Sciences specializing in Cell and Developmental biology from TAU. Joining the Ghersi lab as a PhD student, my research will focus on using zebrafish models to study Hematopoiesis at the early stages of development. My scientific interests include: Cell Biology, Pathology and Translational medicine. In my free time I like to enjoy art in various forms and go for walks in nature.   

Hi, my name is Félix. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Montreal. My academic interests lie primarily in immunology and pathology. In the long term, I aspire to pursue a PhD in immunology and ultimately become a professor in the field. In my spare time, I enjoy biking and cooking.

Hello, I'm Rose-Marie. I’m in the final stages of completing my Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, and I plan to further my studies in either Medicine or Pharmacology. I have a strong interest in pharmacology and pathology, and outside of my academic pursuits, I enjoy reading in my spare time.

Hello, I’m Naïma! I’m pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Montreal, aiming to apply to medical school. This summer, I’m conducting research in the Ghersi lab at Sainte-Justine, where I’m exploring how genetic mutations affect hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells in zebrafish, with a particular interest in immune and cardiovascular development. My scientific interests lie in Neonatology, Congenital Cardiology, and Translational Medicine, with a strong fascination for developmental biology and pediatric innovation. Outside the lab, I love drawing and reading.