Sofia Zlatanova
Embryologist
“Modern embryology combines science, technology, and precision – every decision made in the laboratory can influence a future life.”
Professional Biography
Sofia Zlatanova is an embryologist with a strong scientific interest in embryo development and the role of immunological factors in reproductive health.
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology in 2022 and a Master’s degree in Developmental Biology in 2024 from Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”. During her studies, she completed internships at the Institute of Biology and Immunology of Reproduction at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, where she deepened her interest in reproductive research.
Her professional experience includes work as an embryologist at Nadezhda Hospital, where she actively participated in laboratory activities and conducted research related to her Master’s thesis.
Ms Zlatanova is co-author of a scientific publication in the international journal Genes, focusing on the morphokinetic characteristics of human embryos with chromosomal mosaicism – a topic of significant importance in contemporary embryology and IVF practice.
She is currently a PhD candidate at the Medical University of Plovdiv, with research focused on the role of immunological and inflammatory markers in reproductive disorders and their impact on fertility.
As part of the embryology team at New Life Clinic, she participates in the daily laboratory work related to embryo development and selection in IVF treatment.
Main Qualifications and Professional Activities
- MSc in Developmental Biology – Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”
- BSc in Molecular Biology – Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”
- Internships at the Institute of Biology and Immunology of Reproduction, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
- Professional experience as an embryologist at Nadezhda Hospital
- Co-author of a scientific publication in the journal Genes
- PhD Candidate at the Medical University of Plovdiv
Professional Focus
- Embryo development and selection in IVF laboratories
- Morphokinetic embryo assessment
- Research on immunological factors in reproductive medicine
- Fertility-related scientific projects
- Application of advanced assisted reproduction technologies
- Maintaining the highest quality standards in embryology laboratories