Clark K. Jett

• Performed molecular analysis to identify CRISPR-edited plant samples.
• Designed gRNA for CRISPR-based mutagenesis in customer-requested loci.
• Designed and executed appropriate molecular assays to identify edits.
• Communicated with multiple local and international teams to seamlessly deliver edited plant seeds to customers.
• Participated in candidate interviews for multiple scientific roles.

Project Summary

1. Structure-Function Studies of the NdhD4 Protein of the CO2 Uptake Mechanism in Synechococcus elongatus sp. PCC7942

• Investigating the role that the NdhD4 protein, of the NDH-1₄ complex, plays in the CO2 concentrating ability of Synechococcus elongatus
• Hypothesized that the NdhD4 protein functions to energize CO2 Hydration Reaction via the eluvation of proton accumulation

2. Role of D1-E189K Ligand in the Formation of High Affinity Site of Photosystem II

• Co-Authorship Project
• Main Author: Dr. Anton P. Avramov
• Conduct basic molecular genetic practices and physiological assays to assist with the project

• Taught laboratory techniques and relevant scientific information
• Met with students upon request and to make up missed assignments
• Graded all assignments including midterms and final exams.