Jude Prah, Phd, B(Pharm). Email & Phone Number

Cambridge, MA, US

Cambridge, MA, US

Philadelphia, PA, US

• Collaborated with 4 scientist to develop/validate HiPSC triculture of CNS cells using RT-qPCR, AVV plasmid transfection, immunofluorescence, Western blot and flow cytometry.
• Investigating the role of astrocytic UPR and PERK haplotypes in ischemia, HAND and Alzheimer’s (AD). o Designed experiments to study astrocyte dysfunction and UPR in ischemia, AD and HAND.o Determining if PERK*B.
• Used various techniques (RNAseq, qPCR, immunoflorescence, ELISA, Luminex assay, Western blot and flow cytometry) to study the effects of ART and Cannabinoids on inflammasome formation and HIV viral kinetics.
• Attended dozens of seminars by experts in neuroimmunology and neurodegenerative disorders and completed 8+ hours in responsible conduct of research and safety training.
• Delivered multiple presentations for departmental and conference meetings and mentored graduate students

Fort Worth, Texas, US

• Investigated how astrocytes mediate diabetes-induced neurotoxicity using in vitro cell culture and STZ mouse.o Developed a serum free astrocyte culture protocol leading to a 98 % pure culture. o Investigated astrocytes.
• Studied mechanisms of T cell activation and interactions with astrocytes post MCAO using ELISA, FACs, multiparameter flow cytometry, metabolic and immunoassays.
• Collaborated on multiple projects including the early involvement of cerebellum in Alzheimer’s disease using APP/PS1 mouse model, disease human tissue, immunohistochemistry, behavior assays and cell culture, Role of.
• Performed a critical assessment of SOPs of lab instruments resulting in 100% accuracy and consistency.
• Brought new approaches and technologies into the lab by fostering collaborations with other research groups.
• Gave presentations summarizing research results at scientific meetings.

Fort Worth, Texas, US

• Developed an institutional collaboration to study the role of mitochondria in the pathogenesis of glaucoma leading to a co-author publication.o Cultured RGCs, astrocytes and analyzed ET-1 mediated gene expression and.
• Involved in tutoring students on experimental design and instrument training and supervision of external partners and troubleshooting of experiments and seahorse analyzer and confocal microscope
• Prepared regulatory documents and amendments to IACUC and 3 high quality papers for publication.
• Created quality standards for managing mouse colonies leading to a 50% increase in mouse timed birth tracking.

• Provision of Pharmaceutical Services:
• Diagnosed and treated common diseases/conditions.
• Dispensed medications according to written prescriptions with 100% accuracy.
• Managed drug procurement, hired medicine counting assistants and tracked their performance

Cape Coast, Central Region, GH

 Tutored students focusing on theory concepts before their experimental/lab sessions Demonstrated laboratory practicals in Pharmacology. Supervised and graded quizzes and examinations. Provided guidance to students with their dissertations in pharmacology Tutored nursing students on medication dispensing and dosage calculations.

• Conducted research and developed ART combination products, gaining insight into drug discovery approaches.
• Used my expertise to formulate pharmaceutical products in accordance with the principles of GLP and GMP.
• Gained experience with automation and liquid handling robotics and performed drug analysis using UV spectroscopy.

Ph.D. Biomedical Science, Pharmacology And Neuroscience

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Pharmacy