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Doylestown, PA, US

Hummelstown, PA

Hummelstown, PA

- Performed efficacy, acute, and maximum tolerated dose studies in compliance with SOP’s.- Executed pharmacokinetic and toxicology studies in compliance with GLP regulatory guidelines.- Compiled, analyzed, and communicated experimental data for internal and external clients. - Assisted and prepared documentation of studies to ensure efficient execution..

Rochester, New York Area

-Determined the mechanisms of lung barrier breakdown and restorative compounds for translational and therapeutic use. -Created and optimized protocols involving human cells and mouse models of viral infection and asthma.-Trained lab members regarding operations, safety procedures, and lab protocols in a collaborative work environment.-Collected and.

Project title: The Value of Native and Invasive Fruit Bearing Shrubs on Migrating Songbirds. Advisor: Dr. Susan Smith, PhD-Successfully managed the design and execution of several experiments and presented the results at research conferences, and published a peer reviewed article widely recognized in the field of conservation biology.-Led a research.

Rochester, New York Area

• 2011 Project Title: Avifauna as Indicators of Wetland Function: Evaluating the Success of Wetland Restoration at RIT and High Acres Nature Area. Advisors: Dr. John Waud and Dr. Christy Tyler2010 Project Title.
• Led efforts to monitor constructed wetlands for the bird populations and overall habitat assessment at two separate Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) bird banding stations.
• Oversaw the establishment of a MAPS station which complied with the Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) guidelines.
• Managed the schedule, design and execution of field experiments, maintaining the project timeline on track.
• Independently recruited and trained volunteers in proper data collection techniques.
• Captured and banded Song birds to collected data in accordance with the USGS and United State Fish and Wild Services (USFWS).

• Project Title: Genomic Analysis of Tissue Samples Advisor: Dr. Larry Buckley
• Oversaw troubleshooting and established protocols for extracting DNA from feather samples.
• Completed the extraction of DNA from various tissue samples using standard DNA isolation kits.
• Conducted PCR on extracted DNA and ensured success by agarose gel electrophoresis.
• Prepared DNA samples for sequencing using standard kits and procedures.

Rochester, New York Area

• Collaboratively assisted with the care of multiple animals species.
• Assisted in animal husbandry including enrichment, proper diets and exhibit cleanliness.
• Supported in the design of park exhibits.

Immunology, Toxicology I (Biochemical), Toxicology Ii (Organ Systems), 3.40

Graduate Courses Completed

Bachelor'S Degree, Biological Sciences, 3.79

Activities and Societies: Research Scholars Program• Dean's list, Honors- Cum Laude • Major in Biology • Minor in Environmental Science •.