Aspiring Biotechnologist (WEBSITE CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION - JAN 2024)

Obsessed with Regenerative Medicine (WEBSITE CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION - JAN 2024)

I am an aspiring young scientist looking to advance biomedical engineering and regenerative medicine research. Currently, I am a Post-Bachelors student at Los Alamos National Laboratory in the Bioscience Division. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics and Biotechnology, with a minor in Biochemistry from New Mexico State University, Las Cruces. In addition to my academic pursuits, I also serve as a Hazmat Auxiliary in the Emergency Response group. My bioscience research spans various areas, drawing on my expertise in cell and microbiome culturing, PCR, DNA extractions, aseptic techniques, gel electrophoresis, and biochemistry titrations. Within the Emergency Response group, I engage in operations involving Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNe) hazardous materials. As a certified NFPA Pro Board Hazmat Technician, I participate in multiple training programs, maintain a minimum cardiorespiratory fitness level of 9 METs, and is enrolled in medical surveillance initiatives. Additionally, I hold respirator certifications for APR and SCBA.

What I’m working on

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Cell Culture Media Optimization

This project is currently being done at Los Alamos National Laboratory, where I am the principle investigator.
Company: Post Bachelor’s Student

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100 Days of Code: The Complete Python Pro Bootcamp for 2023

In this project, I aim to enhance my skills by using Python programming to create a diverse toolkit.  

Projects

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Python - Cell Culture Optimization Model

This project will start late 2023. Need data from research first. (Cell Culture Media Optimization Project - in-progress) Basically, I will take the raw data generated by my wet lab work, and build a model using Python to apply the research findings to new cell types/lines. As well as, further...

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LANL- Microbiome Research

In this research project my team and I are interested in the effects of space on the growth / health of the human gut microbiome.          

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LANL - Phage Research

In this project my team and I are interested in effects of bacterialphage(s) on killing antibiotic resistant bacteria.

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LANL - BioScience Day 2023


Experience

Apprentice Plumber
Waller's Plumbing & Heating, Inc. , Apprentice Plumber / HVAC
Los Alamos, NM | July, 2017 - August, 2018

  • Troubleshoot and installation of plumbing systems

  • Assess and repair heating and cooling systems

  • Technical expertise with special equipment such as boilers, water heaters, solar panel systems, HVAC systems, sewer lines, toilets, sinks, bathtubs and more

Student Intern: Biotechnology
Specifica, Inc., Student Intern
Los Alamos, NM | August, 2018 - August, 2019

  • Cleaning & sterilizing glassware and plasticware using autoclaves

  • Maintaining solutions, petri dishes with appropriate media, stocking lab with equipment

  • Phage testing and disinfecting lab

  • DNA mini and maxi preps

  • Quantifying DNA & RNA using a nanodrop 2000 spectrophotometer

  • ELISA (Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay)

  • PCR – Polymerase Chain Reaction

  • Gel Electrophoresis

  • Western & Southern blotting

Post Bachelor's Student
Los Alamos National Laboratory - Bioscience Division ,
Los Alamos, NM | May, 2022 - May, 2024

  • Aseptic techniques using biological safety cabinets

  • Mammalian cell culturing (hiPSCs, hDF, cFB)

  • Bacteriophage research targeting multi antibiotic resistant bacteria

  • Human gut microbiome research (anaerobic chamber)

  • Cell Staining and Microscopy

Projects Related
Hazmat Auxiliary
Los Alamos National Laboratory - Emergency Response,
Los Alamos, NM | October, 2022 - May, 2024

  • Trained to handle CBRNe materials

  • IS-100, 200, 700, & 800 certifications from FEMA EMI

  • Full-Entry certified for Hazmat Technician pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.120

Certifications

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NFPA 1072 : Hazmat Technician

Badges & Skills

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Python Programming

Education

New Mexico State University
New Mexico State University August, 2019 - May, 2022

Bachelor's of Science in Genetics and Biotechnology and a Minor in Biochemistry

High School Diploma
Los Alamos High School August, 2013 - June, 2017