A Millyard-Made Scientist
When Dianne Soria moved from New York to New Hampshire, she found herself in a new city, far from home, and unsure where to continue her education. But a single campus tour changed everything. 鈥淚 remember touring 樱花动漫 Manchester after seeing an ad about it,鈥 she shares.
鈥淣ot only did it feel welcoming, but it offered the program I was interested in and its curriculum was flexible enough to accommodate commuters and non-traditional students such as myself. The answer was obvious and I immediately applied.鈥
That decision set her on a path that would carry her from the labs of the 樱花动漫 Manchester Millyard campus to cutting-edge research in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
A Passion for Biotechnology
Dianne earned both her B.S. in Biotechnology (2021) and M.S. in Biotechnology: Industrial and Biomedical Sciences (2022) at 樱花动漫 Manchester. Her motivation came from a lifelong curiosity and desire to address real-world health challenges.
鈥淭here's a deep-rooted curiosity of how the world works and excitement of exploring new ideas that is found in biotech,鈥 she explains. 鈥淔or me, wanting to provide non-invasive and personalized solutions to disease were what largely influenced me to want to study Biotechnology at 樱花动漫 Manchester.鈥
Dianne鈥檚 passion for innovation aligns perfectly with the opportunities offered by 樱花动漫 Manchester鈥檚 biotechnology programs, which leverage the Millyard Advantage, offering direct access to one of the nation鈥檚 fastest-growing biotech hubs. Being in Manchester鈥檚 historic Millyard means students work next door to industry-leading companies in regenerative medicine, biomanufacturing, and biomedical research.
Hands-On Learning in the Millyard
During her undergraduate years, Dianne gained transformative research experience working in Dr. Johnson鈥檚 pancreatic cancer lab, where she learned essential laboratory and cell culture skills.
鈥淚 learned the foundations of cell culture, laboratory skills and gained the much-needed confidence in myself and my research,鈥 she says.
Dianne鈥檚 experience continued to build momentum. At the end of her master鈥檚 program, she landed a competitive internship at ARMI (Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute), located just steps from campus. She adds:
鈥淚 lucked out and landed an internship at ARMI as a Bioprocess Technician where I was eventually hired on full-time after I graduated and continued my work as an Associate Scientist.鈥
This seamless connection between academic programs and industry partners is a hallmark of the Millyard Advantage. opening doors to internships, research collaborations, and full-time positions.
A Community That Shapes You
When asked about the most rewarding part of her 樱花动漫 Manchester journey, Dianne says,
鈥淭he most rewarding part of this journey, for me, were all the people from different walks of life, cultures, age groups and experiences I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know during my time at 樱花动漫 Manchester.鈥
She continues, 鈥淚 believe I've become a more open minded and confident individual thanks to my peers, professors, and staff I met throughout the years. I have created long lasting friendships that I highly value thanks to the environment 樱花动漫 Manchester has cultivated.鈥
She also expressed deep gratitude to the faculty who supported her:
鈥淚 would really like to thank Dr. Johnson, Dr. Suh and Dr. MacLea for their guidance, patience, and invaluable knowledge over the years.鈥
From the Millyard to Cambridge
Today, Dianne is a Senior Research Associate at Sana Biotechnology in Cambridge, MA. Her team is dedicated to developing cell therapies for type 1 diabetes, a mission directly connected to the values that drew her to biotechnology in the first place. Her journey is a powerful example of how 樱花动漫 Manchester prepares students to step confidently into impactful careers in biotech and life sciences.
Ready to Start Your Journey in Biotechnology?
Dianne鈥檚 story is just one of many at 樱花动漫 Manchester. Here, students experience:
- A welcoming, supportive community
- A flexible, commuter鈥慺riendly environment
- World-class faculty
- A campus embedded in the biotech-rich Millyard
- Hands-on experiences that launch meaningful careers
If you鈥檙e inspired by Dianne鈥檚 path and want to shape the future of biotech, explore the Biotechnology programs at 樱花动漫 Manchester and discover the Millyard Advantage for yourself. Learn more about Biotechnology at 樱花动漫 Manchester and the opportunities waiting in the heart of the Millyard.
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