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Collins Lab- Clean and maintain aquariums housing sea urchins- Perform developmental toxicology experiments using sea urchin embryos- Collect images of developing embryos

- Instruct first-time visitors how to safely use the Rock Wall Space- Ensure UCLA Rock Wall safety standards are met- Maintain a clean and organized space- Interact with outside groups to hold camp and other special events

- Independently lead small groups through challenge course programs- Perform rescue procedures independently, using excellent judgement, and without error- Set up, inspect, and take down program equipment

- Supported facilitators with leading a small group through a challenge course program

Hartenstein Laboratory- Performed genetic experiments and stock maintenance for multiple Drosophila genetic lines- Dissected adult and larval Drosophila brains- Utilized immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy to visualize brain structures and neurons

Laboratory for Aquatic Environmental Microbiology and Chemistry- Determined the concentration of cyanobacterial toxins in nine commercially marketed drinks containing spirulina- Determined the concentration of microcystins in Aphanizomenon flos-aquae (AFA) raw materials and bulk products - Collected water samples from three Milwaukee beaches for testing by the City of Milwaukee Health Department to determine beach safety data, including coliform levels, three times per week