BENJAMIN LIU
La Jolla,CA
Summary
Motivated molecular and cell biology student with a strong foundation in laboratory techniques and data analysis, eager to learn and grow in the field. Demonstrated experience in conducting literature reviews and performing wet lab experiments, prepared to address the challenges posed by cancer research. Inspired by a family legacy in medicine and personal experiences with cancer, committed to contributing meaningfully as a lab technician while accumulating advanced laboratory expertise. Ready to leverage skills and passion for scientific inquiry to make a positive impact in the healthcare sector.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
IBDP EXTENDED ESSAY
Shanghai, China
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Investigated the relationship between the presence/concentration of common food additives and lipase activity
- Proficient in the use of pH probe, centrifuge, thermostat chamber, and photospectrometry.
- Independently designed experiment, drafted and finalized essay
Xlab Research
Shanghai, China
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Instructed by Dr. Koutsogiannaki's team
- Led research on anaplastic thyroid cancer to advance understanding of disease mechanisms
- Published a review paper on novel perspectives of anaplastic thyroid cancer treatment via virotherapy (published in Theoretical and Natural Science (Print ISSN 2753-8818)).).).
School Lab Course
08.2026 - 09.2026
- Conducted data analysis using Excel, Python, and basic statistics to visualize findings through figures
- Applied PCR and gel electrophoresis techniques to analyze microbial diversity and amplify target genes
- Developed a poster to effectively present key aspects of our experiment. and presented with group to showcase our own experiment design
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HUILI SCHOOL SHANGHAI
Shanghai01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
UNIBERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
San Diego06-2029
Skills
- Performing statistical analysis and creating detailed figures using Excel and Python
- Designing experiments that leverages existing resources to allow effective scientific inquiry
- Collaborates smoothly and efficiently with team
- Writing lab reports and reviewing scientific articles
Timeline
School Lab Course
08.2026 - 09.2026
IBDP EXTENDED ESSAY
01.2025 - 03.2025
Xlab Research
07.2024 - 09.2024
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HUILI SCHOOL SHANGHAI
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
UNIBERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
Personal Information
- Title: UCSD 2025-2029 | MOLECULAR & CELL BIOLOGY MAJOR | DATA SCIENCE MINOR
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Chinese
- Age: 19