Andrew Bo
Lexington,MA
Summary
Curious student researcher seeking hands-on clinical experience motivated by the potential to impact patients and society through the advancement of scientific and medical understanding. Adaptive and fast-paced problem solver, quick to learn and execute deadline-driven goals as part of a team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Honors Research Assistant
Timme-Laragy Laboratory
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained a protocol driven functional laboratory environment and general research subject upkeep including clear and accurate records of lab work
- Research focus on PFHxS toxicity on larval zebrafish endocrine pancreatic β-cells to understand the developmental origins of diabetes
- Husbandry of research grade zebrafish and embryos including formulating and restocking of solutions and buffers
- Secured grant funding by crafting persuasive proposals highlighting the significance of proposed research projects.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Research Assistant
Water Resources Research Center (WRRC)
10.2023 - Current
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Use of Excel to input and proof data on water quality for submission to regulatory agencies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Commonwealth Honors College UMass Amherst
Amherst05.2026
High School Diploma -
Lexington High School
Lexington, MA2022
Skills
- Pipetting, sterile techniques and microscopy
- Bacterial cell culture and plate development
- DNA extraction, RT-qPCR, spectrophotometric analysis
- Formulation and dosing of toxic solutions on research animals
- Qualitative and statistical analysis
- Biosafety, laboratory and fire safety
- Lab animal research according to IACUC standards
- Grant proposal writing
Certification
Fundamentals of RT-qPCR (Bio-Rad)
- Gene expression analysis
- RNA sample preparation
- Experimental design
- Assay optimization
CITI-Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Program
- Zebrafish (Danio rerio) in Research Settings
- Lab Animal Research
- Working with the IACUC-Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
Timeline
Research Assistant
Water Resources Research Center (WRRC)
10.2023 - Current
Honors Research Assistant
Timme-Laragy Laboratory
10.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Commonwealth Honors College UMass Amherst
High School Diploma -
Lexington High School
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