Neide Vieira
Co-founder and COO
IPLEXMED
Braga, Portugal
Scientist | Co-Founder | Communicator | EIC Women in Leadership | Passionate about science & innovation, people, food, laughs. Onwards and upwards 💜
My organisation
About me
Neide Vieira has over 18 years of experience in cellular and molecular biology, working at leading institutions such as IMS Aberdeen, Institut Jacques Monod, NYU, IMM Lisbon, and ICVS Braga. Her research has focused on identifying molecular mechanisms underlying infectious and neurological diseases, with a particular interest in biomarkers and therapeutic approaches. She has led multiple projects, secured competitive funding, and developed international collaborations.
In 2021, Neide co-founded IPLEXMED, where she now serves as Chief Olerating Officer (COO). Her scientific expertise, particularly in molecular diagnostics, has been key to the company’s development of innovative graphene-based biosensors. Neide has played a central role in securing funding, filing patents, and establishing strategic partnerships, leveraging her background to drive IPLEXMED's growth in the field of decentralized diagnostics.
Skills
- R&D
- Health Sciences
- medtech
- Business Development
- Fundraising
- public relations
- Science Communication
Interests
- Entrepreneurship
- innovation
- Science
- Music
- Food