Brianna Calderon

Dynamic and detail-oriented Lab Assistant at Nova Southeastern University, skilled in research methodology and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance student learning through effective communication and team collaboration. Adept at laboratory techniques, including pipetting, while maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure environments. Committed to achieving excellence in all tasks.

Presentations:

Resveratrol Reimagined: Targeting Glioblastoma Stem Cells with Innovative Compounds. Nhi Van, Daniela Otero-Wincher, Brianna Calderon, Elaine Chen, Neha Jasti, Elaine Chen, Eliezer Gurovich, Marissa Bonsangue, Maria Moreno Hollweg, Eduardo Véliz, Ph.D., Steven Vanni, D.O., Venkatesh Shanbhag, Ph.D., Regina Graham, Ph.D. Nova Southeastern University InterLACE Research Showcase April 12, 2024. Oral presentation Awarded “Best STEM or Health/Medicine” abstract

Resveratrol Reimagined: Targeting Glioblastoma Stem Cells with Innovative Compounds. Nhi Van, Daniela Otero-Wincher, Brianna Calderon, Neha Jasti, Elaine Chen, Eliezer Gurovich, Marissa Bonsangue, Maria Moreno Hollweg, Eduardo Véliz, Ph.D., Steven Vanni, D.O., Venkatesh Shanbhag, Ph.D., Regina Graham, Ph.D. Life Sciences South Florida (LSSF) STEM Undergraduate Research Symposium April 13, 2024. Poster presentation Awarded second place for Outstanding Research.

Publication(s):

Van, N., Otero-Wincher, D., Chen, E., Calderon, B., Gurovich, E., Bonsangue, M., ... & Shanbhag, V. (2024). Resveratrol Reimagined: Targeting Glioblastoma Stem Cells with Innovative Compounds.

Chicago

1. Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program): Human Subjects Research (Basic) - Completion Date: Sept 24, 2025

2. NSU Environmental Health and Safety (EHS): Safety Certificate of Completion Laboratory Chemical Waste Management (RCRA) - Completion Date: March 15, 2024

3. Completion of Vida's Service-Learning Program in Costa Rica including: Patient interviews, Basic physical exams, Observation and assistance with pre-natal wellness checkups, and Cultural immersion activities such as Spanish

1. OH! Fashion Club President - managed team of 15+ members, developed and implemented a platform for sharing of ideas, led the planning and execution of successful club collaborations and hosting University events

2. Designed posters for Research Symposiums. Played a senior role in the research group in indoctrinating new students and communicating demands.

3. Lead the launch of the BUG (Biology Undergraduate Guidance) tutoring program. Organizing scheduling and formulating study material.

4. Took on a leader role for two separate research projects simultaneously. Responsible for designing procedures, excel sheets for data collection, and a numbering system to keep track of participant along with the corresponding condition. Made sure there was a proper work flow, ensuring everyone was putting in time and completing task. Trained students in procedures.