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Greater Boston

Greater Boston Area

CST is a remarkable company that strives to provide useful tools to further scientific research. This is truly an amazing community which I would encourage everyone to experience if you get the chance!My role as a scientist in the immunofluorescence group has given me the chance to give presentations and provide training to coworkers, distributors, and.

MD Anderson Science Park

Researched several topics in immunology including the role of p63 in TEC differentiation and thymus function, regulation of Bmp4 during thymus development, and how Tbx1 impacts thymus fate.Developed and optimized protocols to obtain better results with fewer reagents. Trained colleagues on new techniques and helped to maximize their efficiency..

Athens, Georgia Area

Studied gene regulatory networks and the role of Sonic hedgehog in third pharyngeal pouch fate.Learned how to plan and execute experiments. Gained experience in public speaking. Made presentations (written, poster, and oral). Represented data through informative graphics. Wrote grants and publications. Developed ability in critical thinking and analysis..

DVRD VZRB

Identified variants of human granulocytic anaplasmosis and helped develop a method to rapidly ID Q fever.Helped design ELISA for Q fever. Tested immunogenicity of goats to AP-1 Variant 1 of Anaplasm phagocytophilum. Learned basic laboratory skills in a BSL-3 environment.Technical Expertise: nested PCR, qPCR, sequencing, ELISA, DNA extraction

Greater Atlanta Area

I made daily rounds through the hospital and helped eligible seniors to enroll in Medicare part D. Learned valuable interpersonal communication skills.

Ph.D., Genetics, 3.59

Activities and Societies: Genetics Graduate Student Association

B.A., Biology, Music Theory, Cello Performance, 3.6

Activities and Societies: Colonnade Club, Sigma Alpha Iota, Agnes Scott Television