Advancing Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV) Characterization: High-Resolution Techniques for Gene Therapy Applications

Ashleigh Koontz is a Global Product Manager for Thermo Scientific Bio LC Columns and has launched innovative products that revolutionized the field of size exclusion chromatography with monodisperse inert (MDi) technology. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University and a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Following her education, Ashleigh started her career as a method development chemist, specializing in liquid chromatography sample analysis. Her expertise in this area allowed her to gain valuable insights and contribute to the advancement of chromatography techniques. In addition to her technical background, Ashleigh had the opportunity to gain valuable sales experience as a chemistry specialist for chromatography (LC & GC), spectroscopy, sample prep, and chemical standards. We are honored to have her speak with us today to keep updated on market dynamics and processes to drive better efficiencies in the lab with updated technology.