Tag: physical sciences
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Adina Doyle
Behind every mission are dedicated professionals whose expertise helps make success possible. This month, we’re proud to spotlight Senior Scientist Adina Doyle, whose passion for science, mentorship, and collaboration is helping strengthen the future of biodefense.
Supporting two groups within the Biodefense Branch at DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center (CBC), Adina plays a critical role in laboratory sequencing efforts while serving as the technical lead for two programs of record. Her work supports the development of advanced biological detection technologies that provide critical capabilities for the warfighter.
Adina’s journey into biodefense began with a fascination for biology during high school.
“I was drawn to biology early on,” she says. “I earned my bachelor’s degree in Biology with an emphasis in evolution and had the opportunity to conduct undergraduate research studying Yersinia pestis. That experience introduced me to biodefense research and ultimately shaped the career I’m fortunate to have today.”
Today, that passion continues to drive her work every day.
While the science itself is rewarding, Adina says one of the most fulfilling parts of her role is helping others learn.
“I really enjoy lab work and training, and teaching others about sequencing has been a great experience,” she explains. “It’s rewarding to build on my experience mentoring students, interns, and new hires while helping warfighters understand how sequencing can improve biological detection.”
Her dedication to knowledge sharing made her a natural choice to serve as the inaugural speaker for Precise’s new LAUNCH Physical Sciences Lunch & Learn series.
For Adina, innovation happens when people connect.
“The main goal is to foster stronger connections through these discussions and encourage collaboration,” she says. “If we understand the capabilities of those around us, we’re stronger for it. There’s no need to reinvent the wheel when your friendly neighborhood Precise coworker may already have the expertise you need.”
Programs like LAUNCH create opportunities for employees to learn from one another, strengthen technical capabilities, and ultimately deliver even greater value to customers.
“If we know our capabilities and the capabilities of our team as a whole, we can be better prepared to provide the warfighter with the best possible solutions.”
When she’s not advancing biodefense research, Adina enjoys dreaming about her next adventure. Her bucket list includes visiting the United Kingdom, exploring every U.S. National Park, and experiencing parasailing for the first time.
At Precise, our people are our greatest strength. Adina’s dedication to scientific excellence, mentorship, and collaboration exemplifies our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that support our customers’ most critical missions. Thank you, Adina, for everything you do to strengthen our team and help advance the mission.
#PeopleOfPrecise: Meet Christa Zabelsky
Meet Christa Zabelsky – Human Resources Specialist, Excet ambassador, and Precise Systems’ Employee Spotlight for February 2024.
In November 2023, we combined our capabilities in our first acquisition with Excet, a Springfield, VA company that specializes in a range of engineering and chemical/biological research and development. Through this acquisition, a number of talented professionals have joined our workforce. We have enjoyed getting to visit Excet sites and meet our new employees.
This month, we are spotlighting Christa Zabelsky, one of our newest Precise Human Resources Team members. Working in HR, for both Excet and now Precise, has provided her a unique opportunity to communicate with a variety of employees in different departments. Speaking of her HR experience, she says, “It feels good to be able to provide the level of support and assistance to employees that truly makes a difference to the individual.”
After seeing the truly outstanding capabilities and support employees provided to their customers, it was clear that Precise and Excet would make a perfect match. Christa saw this immediately, explaining that both companies have a tenacious dedication to their customers, as well as their employees. Everyone understands that there is no success without employees who take pride in their work. Happy employees are the first step in having delighted customers, and no one embraces that more than these two companies.
From day one, Christa felt at home and welcomed onto our Team. The culture was one of the biggest factors that aided in a successful transition for her, and she is very appreciative of everyone who has helped her along the way! When asked how she would personally describe the Precise-Excet culture, she says, “agile, professional, and dedicated.”
In Christa’s spare time, she is a fan of the big and small screens! If she could choose one actress to play her in a movie about her life, she would choose Sandra Bullock. “She is a strong actress and has played a variety of roles, so I think she would do justice to any character she plays”, says Christa.
She has also enjoyed watching Ted Lasso on Apple TV. She is inspired by the main character’s wonderful outlook on life and his great sense of humor. Christa brings that same joyful demeanor to every Teams call, office gathering, and email – we are so happy to have her as part of the Precise Team!