Emily Smith Email & Phone Number

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Mentor: Dr. Karen M. Berkowitz, Departments of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Obstetrics & Gynecology, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology• Studied the association between genetic variants, diminished ovarian reserve, and infertility• Collected and organized data from patient files, analyzed NGS sequencing data; Performed literature searches, designed PCR primers; Extracted genomic DNA from whole blood

Greater Philadelphia Area

• Produced and purified fluorophore conjugated secondary antibodies

Greater Philadelphia Area

I completed a Fox Alumni Research & Service Fellowship through the Robert A. Fox Leadership Program.Conducted independent research on the state of eldercare in Wilmington, DE from a public health perspective, while identifying conditions that foster healthy aging and aging in place;Reviewed and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data:Completed 50+ page report which included evaluations of available long-term care options as well as policy recommendations

Greater Philadelphia Area

I was a member of the Brown Lab in the Genetics Department.Collaborated with the research team while leading an independent project, exploring functional human non-coding sequence variation and its role in complex human disease;Extensive experience in executing and optimizing protocols, while documenting and analyzing data;Proficiency with molecular biology laboratory techniques including PCR, bacterial cell cultures, gel electrophoresis, gel extraction and purification, molecular cloning, bacterial transformation by electroporation, DNA ligation, and minipreparation of plasmid DNA

Greater Philadelphia Area

I served as a laboratory research assistant to the Equine Musculoskeletal Group of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (New Bolton Center campus).Examined the expression profile of thrombospondins, a set of extracellular matrix proteins, in hoof tissue affected by the inflammatory condition laminitis;Optimized protocols and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data;Acquired skills include immunohistochemistry, RNA extraction, quantitative PCR, and histology

Doctor Of Medicine - Md

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology, General, 3.7

Activities and Societies: Robert A. Fox Leadership Program, Penn Leads the Vote, Stouffer College House Steering Committee, Foundation.