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Heriberto Prado
Preclinical Onco-Immunologist, National Institute of Respiratory Diseases
Location: Washington, DC United States
Joined: May 29th, 2024

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Dedicated scientist with over 20 years of specialized experience in T-cell immunology, flow cytometry, and preclinical immuno-oncology research. Proven expertise in developing and optimizing cell-based assays for immune cell functional analysis, with extensive hands-on experience in primary human immune cell culture, PBMC manipulation, and multiparametric flow cytometry. Strong track record in assay development, data analysis, and scientific communication with over 60 peer-reviewed publications in immunology and oncology. Collaborative team player with demonstrated ability to design and execute complex laboratory experiments, interpret datasets, and contribute to innovative therapeutic development.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/heriberto-prado-459197207/

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Other College... class of 1998

Undergrad Major: Biochemistry

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I currently work with National Institute of Respiratory Diseases as Preclinical Onco-Immunologist
I have 24 years of experience working in the Research & Development industry.

Medical Writer-Editor (Freelance) | Cactus Communications
From June 2025 to Current • 1 year(s)
Provide expert peer review services for scientific manuscripts in immunology and oncology. Peer-reviewed 190 manuscripts for publication in scientific journals Provided expert editorial services for 70 for CACTUS communications

Head of the Onco-Immunobiology Laboratory | ational Institute of Respiratory Diseases
From January 2021 to August 2025 • 4 year(s)
Led preclinical immuno-oncology research program focused on T-cell function and tumor immunology. Designed, optimized, and executed protocols for evaluating T-cell immune responses in cancer contexts. Managed laboratory operations, supervised research projects, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to advance therapeutic development. Key Contributions & Achievements: Designed and validated novel T-cell functional assays for oncology applications Developed and optimized methodologies for primary human immune cell isolation and culture Established tumor cell co-culture systems using cells isolated from human pleural effusions Published scientific papers in peer-reviewed immunology and oncology journals Presented research findings at 5+ international conferences Mentored graduate students and laboratory technicians Secured funding for two competitive scientific research grants Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to translate research into publications

Preclinical Immuno-Oncology Researcher | National Institute of Respiratory Diseases
From February 2001 to November 2020 • 19 year(s)
Conducted independent research in T-cell immunology with focus on costimulation pathways and immune responses in cancer. Designed and executed laboratory experiments, analyzed data, and contributed to therapeutic concept development. Key Contributions: Published peer-reviewed articles in high-impact immunology journals Developed standardized protocols for T-cell functional assays Established and maintained primary cell culture systems and cell lines Participated in international scientific meetings Mentored 15+ undergraduate and graduate students

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