Researched the role of metabolism within the tumor microenvironment of pancreatic cancer under the mentorship of the Lyssiotis Lab as a part of an intensive 10-week summer research internship program.
Became familiar with wet lab techniques such as qPCR, cell culture, and metabolomics.
Emergency Medical Technician
Mobile Medical Response Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Chemistry Supplemental Instruction Leader & Tutor
University Of Michigan - Flint
09.2022 - 04.2023
Attended and led supplemental sessions.
Assist students with reviewing course material and improving comprehension.
Led discussions and activities centered around course content.
Research Intern
Insight Institute Of Neurosurgery & Neuroscience
05.2019 - 08.2019
Researched the effectiveness of current interspinous posterior devices (IPDs) and pedicle screws.
Came up with many possible alternative designs of IPDs, and created one prototype with the help of neurosurgeons and biomedical engineers.
Presented a cumulative presentation of our findings and ideas in a symposium.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Current
Skills
Technical Skills: Wet Lab Techniques, Clinical Research Methods, Excel, and Powerpoint
Language Skills: Bilingual in English and Arabic
Leadership & Community Involvment
Students Organize for Syria Refugee Tutoring Program (SOS RTP) Content Creator:
Creating content such as powerpoint presentations and worksheets for other SOS RTP tutors that serve Syrian refugees in the South-East Michigan area.
Child Care Network Translator:
Working with a non-profit organization based in Washtenaw as an Arabic-English translator for underserved children and families that cannot afford private tutoring.
Syrian American Medical Association (SAMS) Medical Volunteer:
Provided medical care for Syrian refugees and underserved Jordanian citizens in a one-week medical volunteering trip with SAMS
Timeline
Research Intern
Rogel Cancer Center - Cancer Biology
05.2023 - 08.2023
Chemistry Supplemental Instruction Leader & Tutor
University Of Michigan - Flint
09.2022 - 04.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Mobile Medical Response Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Research Intern
Insight Institute Of Neurosurgery & Neuroscience
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Sloan Kettering Institute, Cell Biology DepartmentPOSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Sloan Kettering Institute, Cell Biology Department
Research Assistant at Neuroimmunology and Cancer Biology Laboratory, Dr. Leah Pyter, The Ohio State UniversityResearch Assistant at Neuroimmunology and Cancer Biology Laboratory, Dr. Leah Pyter, The Ohio State University