EMMA MAURER

• Contributed remotely to current research project headed by Dr Pilar Anton-Martin. Collected and organized research data for analysis. Meticulously gathered data referencing online databases. Converted ICD-10 codes to relevant patient diagnoses, and condensed data for comprehensive analysis.
• Contributions to: “Impact of underweight status on pediatric ECMO outcomes: An ELSO Registry Study”.
• Currently undergoing analysis.

• Worked under Dr. Pilar Anton-Martin on multicenter international study with multiple sites. Site of contribution: Philadelphia. Extracted patient information from electronic medical records and systematically recorded it in organization-specific templates. Met with site team to discuss data collection and findings. Partnered with team members to troubleshoot and resolve data collection challenges.
• Contributor to: "Worldwide Exploration of Renal Replacement Outcomes Collaborative in Kidney Disease (WE-ROCK) for Pediatric ECMO Patients".
• Data undergoing further review due to scale of study.

• Analyzed the dwarf lemur hindbrain to characterize the superior olivary complex, comparing it with related species such as other primates and humans. Created a detailed presentation depicting the architecture of the dwarf lemur hindbrain and the nuclei within it. Conducted comparative analysis of different types of neurons in the the dwarf lemur hindbrain, highlighted similarities and differences with other species, and presented findings effectively using detailed visuals.

Presentations - Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Interprofessional Research Day | Fall 2023 | Presented to the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Professors and Student Body

• "Cytoarchitecture of the Superior Olivary Complex of the Dwarf Lemur (Cheiroglaeus)"

• Assisted physicians, nurses and other emergency providers in caring for patients in the emergency department waiting room; when requested by providers, assisted patients and family member in transport to their room; facilitated communication between nurses and patients; helped patients cleared by providers in discharge; supported patients and family member’s needs; restocked/readied rooms for new patients

• Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs; guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus; addressed grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents on solutions; assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents; promoted positive relations between residents and staff; fostered productive and supportive environment for academic and social success

• Directed a student research group in studying the effects of retinoic acid in the regeneration of the axolotl spinal cord
• Mentored junior student researchers research techniques
• Reviewed and guided contributions from junior researchers
• Cared for research animals, anesthetized animals prior to amputating tissue samples, processed tissue, sectioned samples and created slides, stained slides, and used light microscope to visualize normal and abnormal neurologic changes
• Communicated with faculty on research progress and new findings
• Co-developed summary presentations and image collections to share with the Ursinus research audience

Presentations – Ursinus College Celebration of Student Achievement | Spring 2019 | Presented to the Ursinus College Student Body

• “Studying the Effects of Retinoic Acid in the Regenerating Spinal Cord of Amystoma Mexicanum”

• Worked with admissions staff to increase enrollment, called prospective students to gauge interest; answered questions, told personal anecdotes, and pointed out features of programs offered; guided groups of up to 30 people on tours of Ursinus College, built relationships with families to promote positive experiences, provided interesting information on buildings throughout Ursinus College; made phone calls to prospective students to encourage their interest in Ursinus College

• Assisted customers, arranged shelves to keep merchandise neat and orderly, maintained knowledge of current discounts, promotions and payment policies

• Sinking Spring Playground
• Borough of Sinking Spring, Planned events and activities, mediated conflict; ran planned activities; participated in safety training required for playground staff; promoted inclusive environment for playground campers; helped coordinate nutrition and daily activities including field trips