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• Studied the underlying molecular and genetic predictors of synapse formation, maturation, and processes of information transmission• Investigated neurological diseases such as Autism and Huntington’s Disease using molecular biology, protein biochemistry, electrophysiology, imaging in combination with Drosophila genetics • Produced fluorescently-tagged genetic Plasmids for active zone labeling and analysis of diseased-state synaptic formation in dozens of mutant lines

• Investigated co-option of host cell function by bacterial agents during infection and replication• Helped develop three bacterial strains able to deliver cell-targeted therapeutics via type-III protein delivery systems• Drafted National Institute of Health grant proposals for innovative viral drug delivery research

• Investigated protein aggregate formation and their role in Cataracts formation• Isolated protein aggregate for X-ray crystallography• Performed advanced lab techniques, including gel protein electrophoresis, quantitative gel imaging, and sucrose gradient fractionations• Presented findings to fellow team members, principal investigators, and industry representatives

• Recruited and enrolled 50+ mothers and their newborns in a novel study on the effects of breastfeeding and obesity later in childhood• Generated and compiled medical files for each study participant• Traveled to the participant’s home to collect data around the newborn’s nutritional intake and growth