Larry Scott Jr., Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Houston, Tx, Us

Houston, Texas, Us

Houston, Texas, Us

Researched under the tutelage of Dr. Na Li, assistant professor of cardiovascular research, and Dr. Xander H.T. Wehrens, the current director of the Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI) at Baylor College of Medicine. Research conducted in both labs was generally focused on cardiovascular disease manifested by cardiac arrhythmias (i.e. atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia), and how different physiological processes (i.e. dysregulation of cardiac ion channels or inflammation triggered by obesity) may contribute to the onset of disease in normal hearts.

Houston, Texas, Us

SMART PREP Director: Gayle Slaughter, PhD/ Principle Investigator: Mary Dickinson, PhD- Performed biological research pertaining to characterization and regulation of angiogenesis utilizing in vitro and in vivo models- Utilized biochemical assays and confocal microscopy to visualize and record the ability of conditioned cells of interest to form "cord-like" structures under defined experimental conditions overtime- Completed Molecular Cell Biology Survey course reviewing basic concepts in the biomedical science field- Participated in an introduction to graduate research course that assists with development of presentation skills, scientific writing, experimental critique and scientific journal comprehension

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Responsibilities:- Tissue culture of mesenchymal and epithelial cells.- Isolating cells from animals or human organized tissues.- Analyzing cells and cell products using the common tools of molecular biology- Develop, design and implement new laboratory procedures and training others.- Analyzing data, statistical analysis and reporting for effectiveness of designed and implemented experiment.- Actively participate in research reviews and journal club.Exposure:- Human and laboratory animal (i.e. mouse) tissues- Laboratory use of chemicals and reagents typically used in cell and molecular biology

Atlanta, Georgia , Us

Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC) ProgramResponsibilities:- Served as a mentor/tutor to Atlanta Public School (APS) 9th-12th grade students - Tutored in STEM subject matter and prepared students for standardized and APS testing (ACT, SAT, EOCT, GGT)- Assisted senior students with college transitioning (college applications, scholarships, financial aid)

Atlanta, Georgia , Us

Completed rigorous academic curriculum to develop skills in problem solving, critical thinking, research, creative design, scientific analysis and communication. Software Proficiency: LabView, MATLAB, Minitab, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).Senior Design Capstone Project: Worked in a small group to develop a device addressing the issue of infection during manual delivery of intravenous drugs. Our team designed the "Clean Dock" system, which accepted specially manufactured vials to deliver medication with limited bacterial exposure to the patient.

Atlanta, Georgia , Us

Principle Investigator: Johnna S. Temenoff, PhD Lab Concentration: Tissue Engineering & Orthopedic Interfaces Responsibilities:- Developed cell carrier hydrogels that work in concert with local mechanical forces and bioactive factors to promote regeneration of orthopedic interfaces, such as tendon/ligament-bone- Performed cell culture with fibroblastic cell lines- Conducted Quant-It and DMMB assays to characterize protein and GAG release from cell-embedded hydrogel scaffoldsPublications:1. J.J. Lim, L. Scott, Jr., J.S. Temenoff. Aggregation of Bovine Anterior Cruciate Ligament Fibroblasts or Marrow Stromal Cells Promotes Aggrecan Production. Biotechnology and Bioengineering. 2011;108(1):151-162.2. Y. Qiu, J.J. Lim, L. Scott, Jr., R.C. Adams, H.T. Bui, J.S. Temenoff. PEG-Based Hydrogels with Tunable Degradation Characteristics to Control Delivery of Marrow Stromal Cells for Tendon Overuse Injuries. Acta Biomaterialia. 2011;7(3):959-966.Presentations:1. J.J. Lim, L. Scott, Jr., J.S. Temenoff. Bovine ACL Fibroblast and MSC Aggregates Upregulate Aggrecan Expression on Aggrecan-Coated Surfaces for Regeneration of the Ligament-Bone Insertion. American Society for Matrix Biology. Poster, Charleston, SC, October 20102. J.J. Lim, L. Scott, Jr., J.S. Temenoff. Glycosaminoglycan-Based Materials for Regeneration of the Ligament-Bone Interface. Georgia Tech Industrial Partners Bioengineering Symposium. Oral Presentation, Atlanta, GA, October 20093. J.J. Lim, L. Scott, Jr., J.S. Temenoff. Aggregate-Inducing Biomaterials for Regeneration of the Ligament-Bone Insertion. Society for Biomaterials. Oral Presentation, San Antonio, TX, April 20094. L. Scott, Jr., J.J. Lim, J.S. Temenoff. Characterization of Aggrecan Release from Oligo(poly(ethelene glycol) fumarate) Hydrogels. Petit Undergraduate Research Scholar Symposium. Poster Presentation, Atlanta, GA, August 2008

Washington, Dc, Us

Responsibilities:- Successfully completed training modules and determined Census Day statuses of inner-city and suburban homes of the Atlanta, GA area.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, Us

Principle Investigator: Michel Maharbiz, PhD.Program Title: Wireless Integrated Microsystems Research Experience for Undergraduates (WIMS REU)Responsibilities:- Initiated a pilot study to explore the pressure monitoring potential of a deformable polydimethysiloxane (PDMS) diffraction gating and quantify pressure associated with the development of decubitus ulcers commonly obtained by bedridden patients.

Responsibilites:- Assisted with residential and commercial moving services to local and long distance destinations.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Molecular Physiology & Biophysics

Bs, Biomedical Engineering

Bs, Applied Physics