Colton Kelley
Neuroscience
Waco,TX
Summary
Motivated neuroscience student with a keen interest in pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience, specializing in development. Skilled in conducting animal behavioral research, quantifying proteins, and performing statistical analysis. Experienced in investigating the genetic basis of epilepsy and autism-like behavior.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Baylor Developmental Neuroscience Research Laboratory
1 2023 - Current
- Conduct behavioral research, contributing to studies on status epilepticus and autism-like behaviors.
- Score behavioral data to assess subject responses and outcomes.
- Perform statistical data analysis to interpret research findings and support ongoing projects.
- Conduct western blotting to analyze protein expression and further research objectives.
Supplemental Instructor
Center for Academic Success and Engagement
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct review sessions on key topics in neuroscience to enhance student understanding
- Facilitate test reviews to prepare students for exams, promoting academic success
- Create engaging worksheets and materials to support learning objectives
- Increase academic engagement and success in the Introduction to Neuroscience class through innovative teaching strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Baylor University
Waco, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Animal Handling and Research
Time Management
Communication
Leadership
Western Blotting and Protein Quantification
Behavioral Research and Scoring
Statistical Analysis
Accomplishments
- Dean's List: Fall 2021
- Dean's List: Spring 2022
- Dean's List: Fall 2022
- Dean's List: Spring 2023
- Dean's List: Fall 2023
- Dean's List: Spring 2024
Publications
- Bradish, T. R., Chelliah, G., Lau, C.V., Kelley, C.K., Thayil, J.J., Lugo, J.N. Blandin, K.J., Narvaiz, D.A., & Lugo, J.N. (2024, October 5-9). Early Life Communication Differences Among NS-PTEN Mice. [Poster Presentation]. Society for Neuroscience: Neuroscience 2024. Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Bradish, T. R., Chelliah, G., Lau, C.V., Kelley, C.K., Thayil, J.J., Lugo, J.N. Blandin, K.J., Narvaiz, D.A., & Lugo, J.N. (2024). Early-Life Communication Differences Among NS-PTEN Mice at Critical Developmental Timepoints. [Manuscript in preparation].
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Caritas Hidden Treasures
08/2022-Present
- Helped keep the thrift store clean and organized to ensure it could serve Waco's poor and homeless populations to the best of its capabilities.
Extracurricular Activities
Service Chair, Medical Ethics Discussion Society
01/2024-Present
- Organize service opportunities for the organization, enhancing community engagement.
- Promote student involvement in service activities within the wider Waco community.
- Lead a team of service-minded individuals to effectively support local organizations.
Service Committee Member, Medical Ethics Discussion Society
08/2022-12/2023
- Organized service opportunities for the organization, enhancing community engagement.
- Promoted student involvement in service activities within the wider Waco community.
- Supported the team of service-minded individuals in effectively serving local organizations
Member/Founder, Neuroscience Journal Club
01/2024-Present
- Organize bi-weekly meetings to discuss and analyze academic literature in neuroscience.
- Promote academic literacy and enhance the development of scientific communication skills among club members.
Timeline
Supplemental Instructor
Center for Academic Success and Engagement
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Baylor University
05.2001 -
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Baylor Developmental Neuroscience Research Laboratory
1 2023 - Current
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