Alon Gershkoviz
PhD student at Weizmann Institute of Science
Fascinated with stem-cells and their intersection with food science
I have a Strong background in tissue culture (2D & 3D) and scaffold development. During my, masters I have optimized the myogenic differentiation of bovine mesenchymal stem cells (bMSCs) and successfully developed cellulose based scaffolds that support their growth and differentiation. I Led from plan to execution a multidisciplinary project under the Israel Innovation Authority’s Cultured Meat Consortium and collaborated with academic and industry partners.
Education
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem 2021-2024
M.Sc., summa cum laude, Animal Sciences, GPA: 97.12/100
- Thesis: “Growth and myogenic differentiation of bovine mesenchymal stem cells on anisotropic cellulose-collagen scaffolds for cultured meat applications”
- Advisors: Dr. Sharon Schlesinger and Prof. Oded Shoseyov
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem 2018-2021
B.Sc., magna cum laude, Biochemistry, Food Science & Biotechnology, GPA: 94.8/100
And when I don’t work…
I Enjoy playing the guitar, exploring new cooking techniques, dance swing and hike