- Generated a novel stem cell-derived platform for high throughput screening of Parkinson's Disease- Experience with dopaminergic neuron differentiation from iPSCs, automation, cell line characterization, and comprehensive image analysis- Collaborated with scientists across various specialties to optimize protocols and innovate experimentation

- Lead a team of students to computationally model the dynamics of neural stem cell development in vitro.- Investigating the regenerative potential of neural stem cell transplantation in patients with multiple sclerosis.- Explored the ethical implications of stem cell tourism in the field of Neurology using data analytics.- Generation of cerebral organoids from neurosphere-derived human multipotent precursors- Organized weekly lab meetings and journal club presentations exploring state of the art science.Funding Received: - Research Scholar Award- Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship- College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research ScholarshipPoster Participation:-Fall Undergraduate Research Forum-Midwest, Great Lakes Undergraduate Research Symposium-Denman undergraduate research forum

- Investigated induced pluripotent stem cell therapeutics using automated CRISPR-Cas9 technology while collaborating with international stem cell scientists.- Experience with stem cell robotics and neuronal lineage expansion.- Trained in CRISPR-Cas9 synthesis and cell-mediated transfection.- Successfully maintained multiple induced pluripotent stem cell lines over the course of the summer.- Prepared and delivered a culminating project presentation to 70 NYSCF stem cell specialists.Skills used-Stem cell automation using robotics-sgRNA Synthesis-CRISPR Cas9 Lipotransfection-Trilineage differentiation-pSpCas9 Plasmid construction-FACS analysis & sorting-DNA/RNA extraction-qPCR-Immunocytochemistry-IPSC culturing-Stem cell passaging & feeding-Gel electrophoresis

Investigated natural treatments to reduce neuroinflamation in mouse models of spinal cord injury.-Implemented the BBB locomotion rating protocol to analyze mouse injury progression.-Treadmill trained mice to induce regeneration of severed spinal cord neurons-Euthanized and analyzed mouse muscle and nervous tissue for regenerative capacity.-Utilized 3-Dimensional visualization techniques to model mouse locomotor ability post-injury-Initiated mouse care, feeding, and daily analysis

Gained clinical experience shadowing 10 physicians in various specialties throughout the hospital.- First hand experience working with biomedical equipment and sterilization procedures.

Completed all requirements to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. Organized and facilitated a service project to restore a campground ravaged by tornados. Totaled over 400 service hours and raised all funds for the project through external philanthropic endeavors.