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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Hawaiian Islands

Collected healthcare workforce data to assess the overall shortage of healthcare professionals in Hawaii. Data was collected in order to maintain the Hawaii Physician Workforce Database for the Hawaii state legislature. Compiled healthcare workforce data to map the supply of physicians and the demand for certain specialties in various regions of Hawaii.

Hawaiian Islands

Research associate for INBRE, a federally funded grant program that originates from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Conducted experiments under Dr. Christopher Capaldo that examined the effects of Indoles on gut permeability with respect to gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. Cultured.

Provide reliable and creative one-on-one ACT tutoring that is individually tailored to a student’s preferred learning style. As a private tutor, I developed and implemented an evaluation system to assess student’s weaknesses, cultivate a realistic study-prep timeline, and articulate the strategies to help them achieve their desired score.

Ithaca, New York Area

Undergraduate research assistant responsible for recording and analyzing data aimed at examining and modeling the behavioral effects of neurotransmitters, such as acetylcholine, on the olfactory system. My current project involves electrophysiology recordings to visualize OB mitral cells odor response post-administration of an infusion of norepinephrine to.

Ithaca, New York Area

Actively promoted mental health advocacy events that improve the overall mental and emotional health of Cornell’s student body. As the manager of the center, I've acted as a liason betwen students, faculty, and the administration to help reduce prevalence mental health issues on campus. I was also responsible for providing administrative support for the.

Collaborated with IFC Executive Board, IFDC members, and student organizations to coordinate recruitment, philanthropy, and community outreach events aimed at addressing issues like diversity & inclusion and sexual assault.

Greater New York City Area

I conducted an independent research project within Dr. Ponomarev's Lab which assessed assess the cytoxicity of genetically modified T-cells expressing 10 different TRAIL-GFP constructs. I gained experience with various wet-lab techniques: molecular cloning, gel electrophoresis, PCR, cell culturing, Flow Cytometry/FACS analysis, and.

Ithaca, New York Area

Initiative focused on improving the health and well-being of students and creating a community in which students recognized and responded to other students who may be struggling and felt comfortable seeking support themselves.

Ithaca, New York Area

As an ambassador for the College of Human Ecology, I was responsible for contacting prospective students during the college search process in order to inform them about Cornell and the multi-disciplinary education it offers. I acted as a resource for prospective students during the admissions and acceptance process and conducted presentations pertaining to.

New York, NY

Provided research support by preparing and analyzing data from different radiology protocols for Molecular Imaging Therapy Service (MITS) and Interventional Radiology (IR). Prepared Informed Consent Forms, Eligibility Checklists, and all other patient data in order to assign patients to certain research protocols using Health Information System and.

New York, NY

Project manager for the formation of five positive psychology workshops–Positive Psychology Master Class; Soaring Character Strengths; SoaringNutrition; Caring for Yourself as a Caregiver; SoaringResiliency–designed to embrace hospitalized children, reduce the negative impact of chronic illness, and enhance the child’s overall healing process. I also.

Valley Cottage, New York

Coordinated the organization of incoming/outgoing shipments of inventory within the warehouse. Developed and managed inventory finances of up to $50,000 on Microsoft excel spreadsheets. Collaborated with store managers to eliminate business costs within the company’s budget

Doctor Of Medicine - Md, M4

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Pre-Health/Pre-Medical Studies

Activities and Societies: Alpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-Medical Honor Society), INBRE Research Associate, Student Instrumentation Mentoring.

Bachelor Of Science, Human Development, Senior

Activities and Societies: Computational Physiology Lab Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity Cornell Ski Team Human Ecology Ambassador Cornell Minds.