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In my role as a PHD Candidate at the University of Utah, I led pioneering research on microbiota-pancreas interactions, identifying key innate immune pathways and collaborating with interdisciplinary labs to enhance research innovation. I developed high-throughput screening assays that led to novel discoveries within the pancreas.

• Managed lab operations, trained members in protocols, and enhanced lab efficiency.• Conducted complex experiments in bacterial culturing and fly genetics to advance research.• Investigated CagA's role in oncogenesis and microbiota disruption, contributing to a publication.

• Managed skilled nursing duties for 10 long-term care patients, including assessments, medication administration, and treatment.• Coordinated care between healthcare professionals and families to improve patient outcomes.• Supervised nursing assistant staff on patient care protocols and standards.

• Investigated the role of gut microbiota and circadian clock genes in metabolism at University of Oregon• Identified circadian clock genes requiring microbes to regulate metabolism, impacting animal triglyceride and glucose levels• Presented research at ABRCMS in 2014, receiving an outstanding oral presentation award