• Conducted Hi-C genomic analysis on 20 leukemia patient cell samples, mapping 3D chromosomal interactions to identify structural variations and their potential links to oncogenesis• Streamlined graduate-level research by performing 100+ biological assays, accurately micropetting volumes as small as 0.2μL, and preparing critical reagents such as enzymes, buffers, and solutions• Maintained 10+ cell lines under sterile conditions, including long-term storage below 0◦C, ensuring sample viability for experimentation

• Refined and tested 2 separate synthetic routes to develop organic soluble π-conjugated polymers with improved solubility, conductivity, greater molecular weight, and lower polydispersity• Synthesized 10+ unique arylsulfonium salts and optimized polymerization to produce Mn > 3500 oligomers in ambient conditions; validated polymer structures via MALDI-TOF MS, confirming the feasibility of Direct Arylation Polymerization• Developed 5+ experimental protocols optimizing safety and efficiency; minimized risks from hypodermic needles and reactive reagents by redesigning hazardous procedures, improving lab safety• Reviewed and incorporated methodologies from 15+ peer-reviewed publications to refine experimental procedures, leading to a 20% increased yield in key precursor compounds• Maintained a meticulously updated digital research log, documenting daily progress and findings to ensure data accuracy and facilitate efficient collaboration• Authored 3 detailed reports summarizing experimental progress using ChemDraw & Powerpoint; presented findings quarterly to group members and received 100% approval from the principal investigator• Delivered a poster presentation summarizing key project findings to an audience of 100+ graduate students and faculty of the UCSD Chemistry department, effectively communicating complex concepts to a diverse academic audience