Hi, I’m
Aditi Patel
Bennington,VT
Summary
Meticulous and analytical scientist with 4 years of educational and hands-on experience in Biochemistry and Bioengineering. Adaptive team player with in-depth knowledge of experiment design, effective communication, and problem-solving.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Shukla Lab
Undergraduate Researcher
01.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Synthesized gelatin nanoparticles, characterize their size and stability through DLS and zeta potential measurements
- Designed and performed experiments to elucidate particle interactions with bacterial biofilms, resulting in honors thesis
- Confirmed statistical significance of results using Python
- Experience with bacterial culture, aseptic techniques, micro-dilution assays, and protein quantification and identification
- Developed top-level skills in collaboration, interpersonal communication and writing through hands-on work and training.
Brown University School Of Engineering
Teaching Assistant, Biotransport Processes
01.2023 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Taught student laboratory sessions on how to perform gel electrophoresis, column distillation, and dialysis through a membrane as well as prepared solutions for students
- Troubleshooted MATLAB programs that mathematically modeled physical phenomena
- Graded assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results
UC Berkeley, Herr Lab
Research Associate
06.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Designed experiments and conducted literature search to inform engineering design principles
- Developed a micro-scale, spatiotemporal temperature sensor for use in single-cell western blot device and wrote SOP
- Utilized design principles from droplet microfluidics, fluorescent microscopy, and single-cell isolation techniques
- Analyzed single-cell Western blot data with MATLAB and performed necessary statistical testing
- Documented procedures and results with high degree of accuracy and precision.
Chen Group
Researcher
09.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Synthesized TiO2 nanoparticles, tuned shape, and altered band gap via dopants to optimize photocatalytic oxygen production
- Conducted extensive literature search to ensure the nanoparticles are biocompatible, able to be synthesized via colloidal method, and have large enough of a band gap to catalyze oxygen generation
- Presented findings to potential donors, securing further funding for summer research
Capstone Design Team
Biomedical Engineer
09.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Conceptualized a smart inhaler design for chronic asthma patients in order to improve the usability and efficacy of the device with a team of multidisciplinary scientists, and later presented a poster at NEBEC conference in March 2023
- Optimized the vaporization and voltage variables in the engineering design
- Performed market research to validate need and ensured our design did not infringe any existing patents
Brown University
Student Researcher
01.2021 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Designed primers to insert a site-specific mutations in DNA , assembled the modified plasmids with PCR, prepared plasmids for Sanger sequencing, validated sequencing results through software, and transformed cells with the mutated plasmid
- Purified proteins using Ni-NTA agarose affinity chromatography, ran SDS-PAGE gels, and quantified enzyme function through a bicinchoninic acid assay
- Effectively communicated findings into a poster presentation and technical report
University of Kansas Medical Center
Research Assistant
06.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Segmented computed tomography CT scans of tibia and femur with modeling software to find 3D joint space width (JSW)
- Devised ways to analyze and interpret results, with the end goal to develop a new biomarker for osteoarthritis
- Edited and critiqued ongoing manuscripts for publication
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
Enzyme Library Curator & Research Assistant
05.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Analyzed DNA sequence files and organized them into an online enzyme library
- Assembled physical DNA plasmid database in the Biocatalysis Center of Emphasis
- Prepared DNA for sequencing by setting up PCR reactions, performing ligation reactions, and purified DNA for storage
- Built program for an automated liquid handler to mass produce bacterial culture
Brown Design Workshop
Workshop Leader
03.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Trained 10+ students per week in workshops to train students on all tools and machines in the Brown Design Workshop
- Instructed metal working, wood working, sewing, laser cutting, and 3D printing workshops
Biomedical Engineering Society
Events Chair
09.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Organized events such as internship panels, informal socials, and information sessions for biomedical engineering students
- Collaborated with professors, previous alumni, and industry partners to provide more opportunities and resources to students
Church Pension Group
Data Analyst Intern
06.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Completed data cleaning and data validation of existing Excel spreadsheets to promote robust data management platform, resulting in accurate data analysis and entry
- Compiled dossier for company meetings, resulting in successful presentations on diversity and inclusion
Education
Brown University, Providence, RI
Bachelor of Arts from Biomedical Engineering & Biochemistry
05.2023
University Overview
- Sigma Xi Research Honor Society Member
Skills
- Experiment Design
- MS Office
- Effective Communication
- Data Collection
- Python and MATLAB Programming
- Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reactions
- Data Processing
- DNA Replication
- Data Processing
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Research and Development Testing
- Protein Purification
- Statistical Data
- Data Entry
- Python Programming
- Molecular Biology
- Organic Chemistry
Availability
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Timeline
Teaching Assistant, Biotransport Processes
Brown University School Of Engineering
01.2023 - 05.2023
Biomedical Engineer
Capstone Design Team
09.2022 - 12.2022
Research Associate
UC Berkeley, Herr Lab
06.2022 - 08.2022
Undergraduate Researcher
Shukla Lab
01.2022 - 05.2023
Events Chair
Biomedical Engineering Society
09.2021 - 05.2023
Enzyme Library Curator & Research Assistant
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
05.2021 - 09.2021
Workshop Leader
Brown Design Workshop
03.2021 - 05.2023
Student Researcher
Brown University
01.2021 - 05.2021
Researcher
Chen Group
09.2020 - 01.2022
Research Assistant
University of Kansas Medical Center
06.2020 - 09.2020
Data Analyst Intern
Church Pension Group
06.2019 - 08.2019
Brown University
Bachelor of Arts from Biomedical Engineering & Biochemistry
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