FABRICCIO VASQUEZ SALINAS
State College,PA
Summary
High-achieving Undergraduate Researcher (3.99 GPA) and Dean's List scholar driven by a profound personal mission to advance medical discovery. After overcoming a rare vascular malformation tumor through international specialized surgery, I have dedicated my academic career to the frontier of medicine and rare disease research. I combine rigorous laboratory experience in the First-Year Research Initiative (FRI) with proven leadership in competitive athletics and large-scale event logistics. A lifelong learner committed to translating personal resilience into scientific innovation and clinical excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Assistant (LA)
Penn State
State College
01.2026 - Current
- Lead weekly review sessions to reinforce mathematical concepts.
- Assist course instruction and support students during lectures and office hours.
- Provide academic mentoring to improve student understanding and performance.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet the needs of 35 students and 2 instructors.
Co-author / Research Contributor
Servicios Médicos Neumosalud EIRL
Lima, Perú
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with authors to develop content frameworks and ensure thematic consistency across publications.
- Conducted research to support narrative development and enhance factual accuracy of written materials.
- Edited manuscripts for clarity, coherence, and adherence to publication standards.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for upcoming projects.
Undergraduate Researcher
First-Year Research Initiative (FRI) Lab
State College
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted research on circadian rhythm genetics (PER2) using human-based datasets.
- Currently working in plant genetics with emphasis on experimental design and data interpretation.
- Applied techniques including PCR, primer design, gel electrophoresis, data analysis, and literature review.
Co-founder & Director of Operations
Nyx Productions
Lima, Peru
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
- Managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of projects while maintaining quality standards.
- Collaborated with clients to define project scope and deliver tailored creative solutions.
- Oversaw team operations, fostering a collaborative environment that optimized workflow efficiency.
- Managed event logistics and guest engagement for 300+ individuals, resulting in significant financial success.
Student Committee – Campaign Assistant (2022–2024)
Lima, Perú
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Supported student leadership campaigns through logistics and organization
- Engaged with student body and coordinated outreach efforts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Biochemistry Minor — Pre-Med Track
Penn State University
State College, PA05-2029
Secondary Education Diploma -
Colegio Claretiano De San Miguel
Lima, Peru01-2024
Skills
- Resilience & Perseverance Under Pressure
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Mentoring
- Adaptive Growth Mindset & Rapid Knowledge Acquisition
- High-Impact Project Logistics & Operations Management
- Scientific Data Analysis & Literature Review
- Advanced Laboratory Research & Methodology
Accomplishments
- Penn State's 2025 Dean's List
- National Soccer Champion (ADECORE), Colegio Claretiano de San Miguel.
- Three-time Academic Olympiad Champion during final three years of secondary education.
- Selected to represent school at inter-school academic congress
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Native
English: Fluent (C2 level)
French: A1-Currently learning
Timeline
Learning Assistant (LA)
Penn State
01.2026 - Current
Co-author / Research Contributor
Servicios Médicos Neumosalud EIRL
01.2026 - Current
Undergraduate Researcher
First-Year Research Initiative (FRI) Lab
08.2025 - Current
Co-founder & Director of Operations
Nyx Productions
08.2022 - 06.2025
Student Committee – Campaign Assistant (2022–2024)
03.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Biochemistry Minor — Pre-Med Track
Penn State University
Secondary Education Diploma -
Colegio Claretiano De San Miguel
Publications & Presentations
Functional Analysis of ath-MIR160 , ath-MIR161 , and ath-MIR166 via CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Deletion
Poster Presentation, First-Year Research Initiative (FRI), Department of Biology, The Pennsylvania State University — University Park, PA
April 2026
- Investigated CRISPR-Cas9 deletion efficiency across microRNA gene families of varying sizes in Arabidopsis thaliana
- Performed PCR, gel electrophoresis, and qRT-PCR (Ct analysis) to evaluate gene editing outcomes
- Identified a decrease in deletion efficiency with increasing gene family complexity (≈40% in single-gene targets to ≈0% in multi-gene families)
- Contributed to experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation under faculty mentorship
Enhancing Student Learning Through Peer-Led Instruction in Introductory Mathematics
Poster Presentation, Math Learning Assistant (LA) Program Final Project, The Pennsylvania State University — University Park, PA
April 2026
- Analyzed the impact of peer-led instruction on student engagement and conceptual understanding in entry-level mathematics courses
- Integrated educational research with classroom observations to identify common student learning barriers
- Developed evidence-based strategies to improve participation, problem-solving skills, and student confidence
- Presented findings to faculty and program leadership as part of the LA program