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Aqila Ahmed is a market development sales specialist with over a decade of experience in oncology research, spanning both basic and translational science. She earned her PhD from Wayne State University and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Michigan School of Medicine. Her work has led to numerous publications in aging, cancer biology, drug development and single-cell sequencing.

In 2021, Aqila joined the market development team at Bio-Rad Laboratories, eager to drive innovation and accelerate progress in translational oncology. During her time at Bio-Rad Laboratories, Aqila has played a strong role in sales, ensuring steady growth and supporting market development initiatives. As a market development sales specialist, she helps drive business efforts and builds connections with key stakeholders and research institutions. She is skilled at recognizing new opportunities and explaining scientific solutions in a way that appeals to customers. Her dedication to customer support is reflected in her collaborative approach – working with laboratory teams, improving workflows and assisting with the adoption of the new technologies. Recognizing the transformative potential of circulating tumor cell (CTC) isolation technology, Aqila championed the introduction and strategic placement of Bio-Rad’s cutting-edge CTC isolation system in leading research institutions.