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Irvine, Ca, Us

Irvine, California, United States

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Worked independently to develop new procedures to evaluate the effects of plant-based antimicrobials against the growth of common foodborne bacteria in vitro.• Collaborated with a major global food corporation to perform microbiological analyses and test an experimental device for the sanitization of their meat products.• Designed and executed an experiment to test the shelf stability of plant-based microemulsions to be used as an antimicrobial treatment within the food industry.• Performed routine laboratory techniques such as serial dilution, bacterial culture, biochemical tests, and staining to analyze food samples sent from food industry clients for potential contamination.• Managed supply inventory, prepped media and reagents, and disposed of biohazardous waste.• Communicated research findings and data in the form of a written manuscript, oral presentation, and poster.• Maintained detailed and organized record of all research procedures and data within a laboratory notebook.• Trained students in microbiological laboratory techniques and collaborated with instructors and lab staff to modify and implement lesson plans for an undergraduate lab course.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

• Performed routine techniques to prepare and characterize isolated samples, including bacterial culture, DNA extraction, qPCR/PCR, and gel electrophoresis.• Operated specialized laboratory equipment such as the BIOMIC system and MALDI-TOF spectrometer to identify bacteria isolated from animal specimens.• Maintained organized and detailed records of each experiment performed as well as updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed.• Communicated with clients by sending results reports and answering any inquiries regarding types of laboratory services.• Utilized Excel to create a spreadsheet of the laboratory’s supply inventory and received orders of laboratory equipment and reagents.

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Demonstrated good sterile technique and timeliness by maintaining cell cultures and consistently passaging cells every other day.• Learned various new protocols to work alongside graduate students and assist with their experiments.• Responsible for making and keeping media and solutions in stock, autoclaving waste, and maintaining general lab hygiene

Master Of Science - Ms, Medical Microbiology And Immunology

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Microbiology, Immunology, And Molecular Genetics

Uceap - Uc Education Abroad Program, 생명시스템대학 - College Of Life Systems

Coursework: Virology, Immunology, Diagnostic Biotechnology