Brianna Gilmore
Normal,IL
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research
Illinois State University
Normal
08.2023 - Current
- Aim to develop a further understanding of Leishmania tarentolae, a parasitic protozoan, by testing the effects of a unique strontium complex addition
- Create cell cultures of Leishmania tarentolae utilizing sterile techniques
- Measure cell viability using an MTT assay, complemented with microscopy
- Regularly use UV-Vis Spectroscopy to complete BSA protein assays and measure the Secreted Acid Phosphatase (SAP) activity of cells.
Lab Technician
Illinois State University
Normal
08.2022 - Current
- Analyze water samples for chemical makeup, specifically looking at phosphate, nitrate, and ammonia, via Flow Injection Analysis (FIA)
- Work with Ion chromatography (IC), testing for common anions: fluoride, chloride, nitrate, and sulfate
- Prepare water samples using micro-pipetting techniques
- Utilize computer software Microsoft Excel and Omnion to compile data of samples
- Regularly make up chemical solutions and standards for the FIA instrument.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2024
Antioch Community High School
Antioch, ILRelated Coursework
Departments of Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Mathematics
● General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry
● Molecular and Cellular Biology, Ecology and Diversity in Biology, Genetics
● Physics: Mechanics, Electrostatics
Extracurricular Involvement
Girl Gains Lifting Club at Illinois State University
August 2022 - Present
● Public Relations Chair (2023-2024 academic year)
● Organize events and create flyers to attract new members and increase student involvement
● Participate in group events including informational meetings, fundraisers, and group workouts while promoting the benefits of physical exercise and body positivity
Epsilon Sigma Alpha, Alpha Beta Chapter at Illinois State University
August 2021 – December 2023
● Alumna of philanthropic service sorority
● Participate in raising funds and supporting events related to St. Jude, Easter Seals, and Hope for Heroes
Timeline
Undergraduate Research
Illinois State University
08.2023 - Current
Lab Technician
Illinois State University
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Illinois State University
Antioch Community High School
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