Jackson Forlenza
Cheshire,CT
Summary
Biochemistry major with experience in various chemistry applications, with developed skills in chemical handling and analytical processes. I hope to be able to expand on these skills with more hands-on experience where I can contribute to and deepen my expertise in essential lab procedures while supporting a team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Computational Chemistry Research
University of Hartford
01.2024 - Current
- Utilized CHARMM-GUI to implement protein models into specific environments.
- Used GROMACS in tandem with CHARMM-GUI to simulate how the created protein environment would interact.
- Operated PyMol to not only model proteins in the context of the experiment, but also to map specific protein residues in relation to the results.
Chemistry Ambassador
University of Hartford
08.2023 - Current
- Guided prospective students in understanding what life as a science major entails.
- Collaborated with peers to address questions related to classes, labs, and campus life in an accurate manner.
- Assisted in tours of the chemistry labs, offering first-hand descriptions of lab activities, and highlighting the benefits of being a science major at UHart.
Introductory Chemistry Lab Instructor
University of Hartford
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Instructed students in basic lab practices and coached them on effective time management strategies.
- Assured that labs were properly set up to meet safety and procedure needs and were left clean at conclusion of experiment.
- Communicated individual progress and performance to students in addition to grading assignments promptly and effectively.
Assistant Coach in Foods and Beverages
Lake Compounce
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Assumed leadership roles when necessary, managing workflow to enhance team productivity and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Fostered a supportive and motivating work environment by uplifting and inspiring employees.
- Addressed customer needs, taking responsibility at best knowing the answers to their inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT05.2025
Skills
- IR Spectroscopy
- UV-Vis Spectroscopy
- NMR Spectroscopy
- Bradford Assay
- Western Blot
- ELISA
- GROMACS
- CHARMM-GUI
- PyMol
- Scientific and creative writing
- Record keeping
Publications and Presentations
- Using Generative AI Systems for Critical Thinking Engagement in an Advanced Chemistry Course: A Case Study, Pence, H.E.; Hightower, G.; Forlenza, J.; Leonard, K.; McLellan, A.; Suero, A.; Amoah, B.; Mbow, M. Borner, S.; Castillo, A.; Pence, L.E. J. Chem. Educ. 2024, 101 , 9, 3789–3794.
- Computational Hydropathy Analysis of BamA bacterial outer membrane protein and its mutants. Conner Farquhar, Greta L. Hightower, Jackson T. Forlenza, Shivangi Nangia. Manuscript in Preparation.
- Hydropathy of gram-negative bacterial outer-membrane protein (OMP) BamA and its Mutants. Conner Farquhar, Greta L. Hightower, Jackson T. Forlenza, Shivangi Nangia. ACS Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting. The Pennsylvania State University, June 7th, 2024.
Timeline
Computational Chemistry Research
University of Hartford
01.2024 - Current
Chemistry Ambassador
University of Hartford
08.2023 - Current
Introductory Chemistry Lab Instructor
University of Hartford
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Coach in Foods and Beverages
Lake Compounce
06.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Hartford
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