Welcome to Kevin Guenard
Kevin joined the ICB on May 2nd. Find out about his research activities and interests here.
Working group
Cell Biology and in vitro Toxicology (Laura Suter-Dick)
Job title
PhD Student
Tasks at FHNW
4-year project will be to develop and implement state of the art, advanced cell culture systems (e.g. 3D-cultures, brainspheres) for the investigation of developmental neurotoxicity, particular with the aim of elucidating and assessing the role of microglia.
Work background/studies
I completed my Master’s degree in Cell and Molecular Biology at CY Cergy Paris University in 2023. For my Master’s thesis, I conducted research at the Pasteur Institute, where I investigated glioblastoma cell migration using microfluidic chip technology. In 2024, I joined Roche as an intern, working on a gene therapy project involving iPSC-derived neurons and organoids. In May 2025, I began my PhD studies at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW).
3 keywords about Kevin
I enjoy meeting new people, engaging in various activities, and also appreciate quiet, peaceful moments. Whenever I have free time, I try to spend it outdoors. I’ve been practicing judo since my first step, and I occasionally coach and compete in both France and Switzerland.