Demetrios Vlachos
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Experienced biologist with a strong background in guiding research initiatives and providing strategic planning. Proven track record of contributing to impactful research projects and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated ability in effectively presenting data and facilitating team communication. Seeking an opportunity to apply expertise in biology by teaching at the secondary education level.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Horticultural Entomologist and IPM Advisor
V&P Nurseries
05.2021 - Current
- Responsible for insect pest identification and population tracking as well as coordinating and implementing an Integrated Pest Management program in order to minimize chemical use
Research Professional
University of Arizona's Department of Surgery: Institute for Cellular Transplantation
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Responsible for overseeing and planning rodent and porcine research, animal care and management, assisting with cell culturing, histology, and imaging
Research Technician
University of Arizona's Department of Surgery: Institute for Cellular Transplantation
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Responsible for rodent and porcine research animal care and management, assisting with cell culturing, histology, and imaging
Education
Graduate Certificate - Microbiology And Immunity
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2018
Skills
- Biology
- Scientific writing
- Science communication
- Student mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Collaborative research
- Quantitative research
- Experimental design
- Microscopy proficiency
- Interdisciplinary research
- Immunology background
Certification
- Substitute PreK-12 Arizona Department of Education 2024/12
Publication
SteynLV, DrewD, VlachosD, HueyB, CocchiK, et al. (2023)Accelerated absorption of regular insulin administered via a vascularizing permeable microchamber implanted subcutaneously in diabeticRattus norvegicus. PLOS ONE 18(6): e0278794.https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0278794
Timeline
Research Professional
University of Arizona's Department of Surgery: Institute for Cellular Transplantation
07.2022 - 04.2024
Horticultural Entomologist and IPM Advisor
V&P Nurseries
05.2021 - Current
Research Technician
University of Arizona's Department of Surgery: Institute for Cellular Transplantation
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Substitute PreK-12 Arizona Department of Education 2024/12
Graduate Certificate - Microbiology And Immunity
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Arizona
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