Aly Desouky
Summary
RNAi Functional Genomics Research
Bellevue College, Biology Department, Dr. Rachel Hutto
Investigated the role of the rpa-1 gene in C. elegans using RNA interference (RNAi) feeding to examine its effects on development and phenotype. Performed molecular biology techniques including bacterial culture, plasmid purification, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, Sanger sequencing, BLAST sequence verification, and RNAi knockdown experiments. Analyzed phenotypic outcomes and embryonic viability to evaluate gene function and contributed to the presentation of research findings.
Plant Physiology Research
Bellevue College, Biology Department, Prof. Jessica McAbee
amined the effects of different fertilizers on plant growth, developed and carried out the experimental design while maintaining plants throughout the study, analyzed data using Excel and MATLAB to identify patterns; findings were summarized in a formal research presentation.
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Completed comprehensive training in emergency medical assessment, patient care, trauma management, airway management, CPR, and emergency response. Developed strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and decision-making skills while providing patient-centered care in high-pressure situations.
Clinic Volunteer
assisted patients through the intake process, safeguarded patient confidentiality, maintained a sterile clinical environment, obtained and documented vital signs, and communicated patient information to supervising healthcare professionals in accordance with established protocols.