Luisa Zhang Email & Phone Number

Brampton, On, Ca

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

- Co-led team of 3 to rebuild the journal website to better support potential authors; developed mock-ups with intuitive navigation menus, concise instructions, and new resources to simplify the submission process; tripled article submissions. - Collaborated with the marketing committee to develop social media marketing strategy for published articles (i.e. LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook); brainstormed content, designed graphics, and created posting schedules; increased readership by 32%. - Identified need for an effective and accurate task management and manuscript tracking solution from antiquated system; developed new front-facing and internal systems using OJS and AirTable to streamline editorial processes; new system halved the editing period from 8 to 4 months; resulted in the most published articles and revenue generated in one year since the journal’s conception.- Created training documents to standardize editorial practices and facilitated training for team of 18+ editors, observed improved consistency and quality of edits across the editorial team.

- Liaised between authors and a team of 15+ editors to facilitate the editorial process; ensured manuscripts progressed through the editorial pipeline in adherence to timelines; helped 20+ young authors receive their first academic publication.

- Prepared 5+ manuscripts for publication using Adobe Indesign with 3-5 day turnarounds; adhered to strict deadlines while ensuring a high level of quality with strong attention to detail

- Initiated and propagated cell lines, performed various flow-cytometry, cell-based in-vitro assays, and analyzed experimental data using GraphPad Prism to elucidate the mechanism of action of synthetic, small molecule, cancer immunotherapeutic.- Organized and scheduled biweekly lab meetings and research presentations with 10+ members.

- Designed peptide sequences with molecular modelling techniques to develop a SARS-CoV-2 antiviral; coordinated research with senior lab members conducting wet lab experiments while working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

- Conducted molecular docking to evaluate protein-peptide interactions; collated data in a team of 3 to identify target peptide; synthesized target peptide via solid-phase peptide synthesis for further validation via wet lab experimentation.

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

- Taught cohort of ~40 students; led weekly office hours with step-by-step solutions; clarified fundamental chemistry concepts using various methods to suit the students’ needs (i.e. simplified terms, diagrams, analogies, & connections to real-world applications).- Cultivated compassionate learning environment through encouraging open discussions, peer support, and moderating group forums to help students navigate feelings of uncertainty during the pandemic.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Honours Chemical Biology Co-Op, Summa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Sciclones (Science Faculty Welcome Week Representative); McMaster SSUHN; McMaster Undergraduate Society.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Activities and Societies: IBMC Mentorship Developer Culturefest Pavilion Head Culturefeat Visual Artist Carols for Cans Team Lead Cross.