GEORGIA A. APPLE
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Aspiring synthetic organic chemist with a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience in undergraduate research, tutoring, and scientific instrumentation. Demonstrated ability to conduct original research, synthesize novel compounds, and mentor peers. Highly motivated to contribute to scientific innovation and knowledge through collaborative research in the chemical and life sciences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Peer Tutor
Butler University
Indianapolis, USA
08.2023 - Current
- Provided subject-specific academic support in Calculus I, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, and Ecology & Evolutionary Biology.
- Facilitated student learning through active engagement, visual aids, and conceptual breakdowns.
- Encouraged the development of independent learning strategies and critical thinking skills.
- Assisted in exam preparation and guided students through challenging coursework.
Butler Summer Institute Undergraduate Research Fellow
Butler University
Indianapolis, USA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted original research in synthetic organic chemistry under faculty mentorship.
- Synthesized six novel long-chain carbon fluorescein esters.
- Evaluated synthesized compounds using enzyme kinetics assays.
- Proficient in NMR spectroscopy, flash chromatography (ISCO), rotary evaporation, and microplate reader assays.
- Maintained meticulous experimental records in Microsoft Teams and Excel.
- Presented findings at the Butler Summer Institute Poster Session.
- Contributed to laboratory mentoring of new undergraduate researchers.
- Presented poster titled “Acyl Chain Specificity of Thermomyces lanuginosus” at the American Chemical Society Conference, March 2025.
- Delivered oral presentation titled “Acyl Chain Specificity of Thermomyces lanuginosus” at the Butler University Undergraduate Research Presentation, April 2025.
Summer Camp Counselor
Dayspring Center
Indianapolis, USA
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised and mentored middle school-aged children in a shelter-based day camp setting.
- Designed and implemented structured daily programming.
- Promoted inclusive, supportive, and safe group dynamics.
- Led conflict resolution efforts and maintained compliance with safety and record-keeping protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Biology
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05.2026
High School Diploma -
Herron High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2022
Skills
- NMR spectroscopy
- Flash chromatography
- Rotary evaporation
- Microplate reader
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Word
- Compound synthesis
- Kinetic assays
- Data analysis
- Laboratory documentation
- Peer mentoring
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Collaborative communication
Leadership And Campus Engagement
- President, Butler Bulldogs for Life, 10/22, Present
- President, Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Union, 10/22, Present
- Undergraduate Researcher, Department of Chemistry, 08/23, Present
- Member, Indianapolis Liederkranz Damenchor, 08/21, Present
Affiliations
- Dean's List, Fall 2022
- Lilly Industries, Inc. Endowed Scholarship – Chemistry, 2024 & 2025
- Women & Hi Tech Leading Light Award Nominee, 2024
- Member, Phi Eta Sigma and National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Accomplishments
- S.A. Sundararaman,J.J. Miller,E.C. Daley,K.A. O’Brien,P. Kasak,A.M. Daniels,R.L. Edwards,K.M. Heidel,D.A. Bague,M.A. Wilson,A.J. Koelper,E.C. Kourtoglou,A.D. White,S.A. August,G.A. Apple,R.W. Rouamba,A.J. Durand,J.J. Esteb,F.L. Muller,[...]& A.R. Odom John, Prodrug activation in malaria parasites mediated by an imported erythrocyte esterase, acylpeptide hydrolase (APEH), Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 122 (10) e2417682122, https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2417682122 (2025).
Presentations
- Presented poster titled “Acyl Chain Specificity of Thermomyces lanuginosus” at the American Chemical Society Conference, March 2025.
- Delivered oral presentation titled “Acyl Chain Specificity of Thermomyces lanuginosus” at the Butler University Undergraduate Research Presentation, April 2025.
Timeline
Butler Summer Institute Undergraduate Research Fellow
Butler University
05.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Peer Tutor
Butler University
08.2023 - Current
Summer Camp Counselor
Dayspring Center
06.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Biology
Butler University
High School Diploma -
Herron High School
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