Alissa Ye
Troy,NY
Summary
A driven college student interested in advancing my skills in scientific research, leadership, and the arts. I lead with enthusiasm and enjoyment!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Outreach Graphic Designer
The Rockefeller University
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Designed comic strips for science communication for RockEDU Outreach, commissioned artist
- Drew hoodie and t-shirt designs for various clubs and community organizations
Research Scholar
The Rockefeller University
06.2024 - 08.2024
7-week Research Program (Acceptance Rate: 1.7%)
- Conducted research on the effects of a high fat diet on mouse physiology, neuroscience, and behavior
- Performed qPCR, image analysis, and machine learning (Julius) to track the movement of mice
- Analyzed data & presented poster at American Museum of Natural History
Research Intern
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted research for the effects of Vismodegib on Basal Cell Carcinoma Pathogenesis and recurrence of tumors
- Skilled in lab equipment handling: Gel Electrophoresis, Cell Culture, PCR, immunofluorescence, animal models, and dissections
- Performed tumor imaging analysis on Gorlin's Syndrome and Basal Cell
Student Researcher
Boston Leadership Institute
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted literature review between effectiveness of sunscreen’s active ingredients
- Worked with PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Centrifuges, ELISA, CRISPR edited genes, detected cancer cells, sequenced DNA published on NCBI
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology - BS/MD
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY06-2029
High School Diploma -
John P. Stevens High School
Edison, NJ06.2025
Science Honors Program - Track Organic Chemistry with Lab
Columbia University
06.2025
Leadership
RPI Ambulance | Secretary
- Managing administrative communications of a 500+ member EMT Club, documented meeting decisions, ensuring accountability
Science Olympiad & Science Bowl | Captain & Co-President
- Raised $1,200 to fund competitions; coordinated practices; taught lab procedures, astronomy, biology, and forensics
- Mentored underclassmen, coached peers in competitions, and designed merch
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)| Co-President
- Planned fundraising events for 200+ attendees (e.g., blood drives, charity dinners)
- Raised over $4000+ for Breast Cancer and Heart Disease
- Doubled club membership from 150 to 320+; organized “Passion Talks”, a platform for students to raise awareness on issues, which linked 70 students to upcoming health initiatives
Youth Journal of STEM | Editor-In-Chief
- Led 200+ student writers; edited and published 5 STEM articles/research papers per month
- Translated papers to 7+ languages; led sessions to incorporate ethics and diversity into medical papers
Chamber Orchestra & Orchestra Council | Associate Concertmaster & Co-President
- Made executive decisions for the school orchestra of 150 students
- Planned and set up concerts; led Violin 1 section in school’s honors orchestra
Varsity Volleyball | Captain
- Built JPS Volleyball after coach’s sudden death; assisted new coach, created community outreach, mentored 30+ players in emotional resilience
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Awards
5th at HOSA Regional Conference, Pathophysiology, Athlete of the Month, Coach's Award, Gold Prize Award, Annual Talented Young Musicians Competition
Timeline
Science Outreach Graphic Designer
The Rockefeller University
08.2024 - 08.2025
Research Scholar
The Rockefeller University
06.2024 - 08.2024
Research Intern
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Student Researcher
Boston Leadership Institute
07.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology - BS/MD
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
High School Diploma -
John P. Stevens High School
Science Honors Program - Track Organic Chemistry with Lab
Columbia University