Berenice Alinde
Research Project Manager
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Occupation:Research Project Manager
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EDUCATION:MSc
EXPERIENCE
Berenice plays a pivotal role in our organization, focusing on the effective management of a diverse array of research projects within our group. She serves as the central point of coordination and supervision, bridging the gap between administration, clinical activities, and laboratory operations. With a remarkable 15-year journey in the biomedical sciences field, she has acquired invaluable experience and has left her mark on numerous scientific publications. Originally hailing from the Republic of Benin, Berenice’s academic and professional journey has taken her through various regions across the African continent, including Ivory Coast, Benin, Tunisia, Ghana, and South Africa. Her extensive exposure to diverse African environments has enriched her perspective and contributed to her wealth of experience. Berenice’s vision harmonizes seamlessly with the mission of the RIRCA, which is to actively participate in nurturing the next generation of scientists in Africa, with a special focus on the realm of Reproductive Immunology.
INTERVIEWS
INTRODUCTION
Berenice Alinde PhD candidate at RIRCA and our dedicated Research Project Manager.
🥼Berenice started her PhD journey in February 2025, where she is investigating how HIV infection and the timing of antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation influence placental development in twin pregnancies. Her research focuses on characterising Hofbauer cell phenotypes and understanding discordances between the placentas of twins who share the same maternal environment. A complex and vital area of maternal-foetal immunology.
🧬She aspires to become a leading African scientist, driving impactful HIV research in vulnerable African populations and making meaningful contributions to the global scientific community.
✈ Beyond the lab, Berenice brings vision and leadership to our team. She is also a mother of two and enjoys spending quality time with her family as well as travelling and exploring new places.
YOUR CURRENT PROJECT
🎙 Spotlight on Berenice Alinde
Berenice is a PhD candidate and RIRCA’s Research Project Manager.
Berenice is a central point of RIRCA coordination; she bridges the gap between administration, clinical activities, and laboratory operations! While advancing maternal–foetal immunology research and raising two kids. 💪
🎥 Watch her story to learn about her exciting research project and her life outside the lab.
FUTURE PLANS
Meet the RIRCA Team: Berenice Alinde’s Future Plans
Why did you choose immunology❓
🔬 From a young age, I was fascinated by biology. Immunology connects to every system — solving one mystery always opens the door to another mystery. It’s really fascinating.
What are your aspirations❓
🌍 I want to make an impact in HIV research, especially improving outcomes for infants born to mothers exposed to HIV and opportunistic infections.
Your advice for future immunologists❓
💡 Be patient. Be focused. Be hardworking.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years❓
👩🔬 Leading my own research group, transforming lives through my research.
