Cecilia L. Email & Phone Number

WorkLearn student at the Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy Innovation (POPi) lab; Studied the genetic risk factors for glucocorticoid-induced avascular necrosis in pediatric cancer patients.

Carried out large drug screening trial with the c. elegans model system, and performed corresponding life-span analysis statistics under the supervision of Dr. Catherine Rankin. Responsible for all data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings. Worked with a graduate student mentor to create experimental design.

Awarded a NanoMedicines Innovation Network (NMIN) Summer Studentship to identify optimal dsiRNAs to target Lyn tyrosine kinase, using Pfizer-BioNTech lipid nanoparticle delivery system under the supervision of Dr. Ken Harder. Assisted with genotyping, routine lab maintenance. Performed broad range of protocols, including primary and basic cell culture, western blotting, and flow cytometry.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Organized general meetings and facilitated community building activities for 40 members. Re-designed the peer mentorship program, Research Coaches, in collaboration with the marketing team.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Organized UBC's largest research mentorship program, providing entry-level research experience to 350+ undergraduates with 100 graduate student/post-doc research mentors. Expanded interdisciplinary outreach, mentor support and student awards. Led team meetings of 8 members to coordinate program logistics and events.

Bachelor'S Degree, Integrated Sciences

Major in Integrated Sciences | Specializing in Molecular Genetics and Physiology, with emphasis on human health and disease

Education record