Lindsay B. Wilson Email & Phone Number

Saint Paul, Mn, Us

Corvallis, Oregon

St. Paul, Minnesota

Field and Laboratory researcher in the Sustainable Cropping Systems lab in the Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics under Drs. Craig C. Sheaffer and Jacob Jungers. Primary tasks:• Established and maintained 30+ experimental fields of Intermediate Wheatgrass (kernza)• Supervised up to six employees and providing them training on safety and proper use of equipment• Developed streamlined workflows for efficient sample collection and processing• Prepared chemicals for… Show more Field and Laboratory researcher in the Sustainable Cropping Systems lab in the Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics under Drs. Craig C. Sheaffer and Jacob Jungers. Primary tasks:• Established and maintained 30+ experimental fields of Intermediate Wheatgrass (kernza)• Supervised up to six employees and providing them training on safety and proper use of equipment• Developed streamlined workflows for efficient sample collection and processing• Prepared chemicals for pesticide application and hydroponic greenhouse studies• Performed administrative tasks such as hiring student workers, preparing data reports for collaborating researchers, managing large data sets, and ordering laboratory supplies Show less

East Bethel, Minnesota

• Maintained species diversity of long-term prairie research plots• Recorded measurements of root growth, soil moisture, and canopy cover of experimental plots • Prepared soil samples for chemical analyses • Assisted with tree removal, mowing, and cleaning to maintain site grounds • Performed prescribed burning to increase plant vigor

• Designed and implemented a research project on spider whole-body metabolomics • Developed Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopy protocols and analysis methods • Safely performed chemical extractions on biological material • Used SIMCA software to perform data analyses• Presented findings at Nebraska Academy of Sciences spring meeting and Doane's MindExpo

Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Doane University with a Bachelor's of Science in Biology and Environmental Science. GPA - 3.98/4.00On campus involvement: Doane Roots and Shoots (President)• Led student group to design and implement conservation and human-empowerment projects including the construction of pollinator gardens and a bee house on campus • Fundraised over $2000 to microfinance small business owners abroadGreen Committee (Student… Show more Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Doane University with a Bachelor's of Science in Biology and Environmental Science. GPA - 3.98/4.00On campus involvement: Doane Roots and Shoots (President)• Led student group to design and implement conservation and human-empowerment projects including the construction of pollinator gardens and a bee house on campus • Fundraised over $2000 to microfinance small business owners abroadGreen Committee (Student chair)• Moderated discussion and facilitated funding decisions for “green” projects on the Doane College campus as Green Committee chairpersonProject Outdoor Classroom (President and co-founder)• Encouraged the use of outdoor spaces in early childhood development and curriculum through the construction, maintenance, and use of an outdoor classroom in Crete, NE • Attended the International Nature Explore-Outdoor Classroom Project Leadership Institute, July 2012Teaching Assistant for introductory writing course• Collaborated with professor to formulate plans to ensure individual success in improving first-year students’ critical thinking and writing skillsAdditional involvement: Omnicron Delta Kappa, Alpha Lambda Delta, Cardinal Key, Doane College Honors Program, Student Congress (senator), Doane Sustainability Council, Wildlife and Conservation Organization, Queer-Straight Alliance, SerToMa, Concert Band, Marching Band, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Tutor, Orientation Leader, Alternative Spring Break Show less

• Conducted field and laboratory research on salinity stress tolerance of silver carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) to support research on invasive species spread in the Mississippi River and Atchafalaya Basin• Obtained blood samples from fish for cortisol and glucose ELISA assays• Followed proper protocols for handling live animals, sacrificed animals, and hazardous materials• Maintained wet lab facilities • Presented final results at the SIU Colloquium on Undergraduate… Show more • Conducted field and laboratory research on salinity stress tolerance of silver carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) to support research on invasive species spread in the Mississippi River and Atchafalaya Basin• Obtained blood samples from fish for cortisol and glucose ELISA assays• Followed proper protocols for handling live animals, sacrificed animals, and hazardous materials• Maintained wet lab facilities • Presented final results at the SIU Colloquium on Undergraduate Research in Ecology Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Toxicology

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology And Environmental Science

International Student Exchange Program

Activities and Societies: West African Primate Conservation Action, Students for Environmental and Social Action, Women's Rugby I studied.