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Developing imaging pipelines to bridge scRNA-seq datasets and precise spatial cell type annotations in intact tissues-hydrogel embedding of mouse and human tissues to preserve spatial organization and improve detection-3D RNA fluorescence in situ hybridization readout of transcripts

Yellen Laboratory

- Engineered genetically-encoded fluorescent biosensors for real-time metabolic readout in in vivo systems- Piloted microfluidic approach for high-throughput screening of biosensor libraries

Berkeley

- Established an independent research project investigating the role of a potential neurotoxin (β-methylamino-L-alanine) produced by S. elongatus.- Developed growth conditions to support simultaneous growth of multiple organisms on a single medium- Performed cell extraction to isolate amino acid neurotoxin, analyzed using LC-MS/MS.- Studied effects of.

Berkeley, CA

- Worked with faculty and graduate student instructors to evaluate problem sets, exams, and projects for students in MCB 50 (Introduction to Immunology).

Berkeley, CA

- Enforced rules and ensured safety at campus pools.- Helped patrons solve customer service issues.

Berkeley, CA

- Maintained laboratory glassware by washing and autoclaving.- Created media and gels for experimental use.- Assisted in research by running PCR, DNA gel extraction,and various cloning techniques.

Berkeley, CA

- Studied seizure susceptibility in Drosophila Melanogaster using potassium-chloride cotransporter (KCC) knockdown mutants (RNAi).- Set up genetic crosses targeting knockdown to various areas of the brain and assayed for seizure susceptibility to a mechanical stimulus.- Performed electrophysiology on flies to determine threshold susceptibility.

Berkeley, CA

- Coordinated with propagation volunteers to ensure they had the necessary resources to grow plants. - Assisted in the upkeep of plants for sale at the Botanical Garden (weeding, watering, planting).

Berkeley, CA

- Motivated and supervised campers at a science and sports (S2) camp.- Facilitated activities and resolved disciplinary issues.

Sunnyvale, CA

- Operated computer numerical control machine to produce frames for use in semiconductor assembly.- Learned basic programming for micro controllers (PIC).

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Biochemistry

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Molecular And Cell Biology - Immunology

Activities and Societies: Initiative for Maximizing Student Development (IMSD): NIH funded research and career development fellowship for.

Education record

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Biochemistry