I worked with MCF7, K562, and HEK293T cell lines in the Roberts Lab to examine BASP1 using qRT-PCR and western blotting. I helped set-up the lab and get it running; creating an order list, chemical inventory, accumulating and organizing standard experimental protocols, and setting-up required safety measures.

Development of a protocol to regenerate wheat from seedling explants. Production of Arabidopsis embryogenic callus for protoplast and plantlet regeneration. Preparation of plant protoplasts for use in the flow cytometer to measure the expression of auxin signaling genes.

Working in the Shakoor lab, installing mini-rhizotron tubes and developing the protocol for minirhizotron use in the greenhouse. Collection and analysis of mini-rhizotron photos of sorghum roots in field and in greenhouse.