Katia Rossetti

Experienced in conducting research and analyzing data for academic projects using animal models, ensuring accuracy and reliability of findings through strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient in utilizing statistical software and effective communication techniques to present research results clearly. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience in developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines, and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.

• 1 - Comparing the Antiseizure and Neuroprotective Efficacy of LY293558, Diazepam, Caramiphen, and LY293558-Caramiphen Combination against Soman in a Rat Model Relevant to the Pediatric Population. Apland JP, Aroniadou-Anderjaska V, Figueiredo TH, Pidoplichko VI, Rossetti K, Braga MFM. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 2018 May;365(2):314-326. doi: 10.1124/jpet.117.245969. Epub 2018 Feb 21. PMID: 29467308
• 2 - Alpha-Linolenic Acid Treatment Reduces the Contusion and Prevents the Development of Anxiety-Like Behavior Induced by a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Rats Figueiredo TH, Harbert CL, Pidoplichko V, Almeida-Suhett CP, Pan H, Rossetti K, Braga MFM, Marini AM. Mol Neurobiol. 2017 Aug 26. doi: 10.1007/s12035-017-0732-y. [Epub ahead of print]
• 3 - Comparing the antiseizure and neuroprotective efficacy of LY293558, diazepam, caramiphen, and LY293558-caramiphen combination against soman in a rat model relevant to the pediatric population James P. Apland, Vassiliki Aroniadou-Anderjaska, Taiza H. Figueiredo, Volodymyr I. Pidoplichko, Katia Rossetti, Maria F.M. Braga 2017 “submitted to Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics”.
• 4 - Alpha-Linolenic Acid Treatment Reduces the Contusion and Prevents the Development of Anxiety-Like Behavior Induced by a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Rats. Figueiredo TH, Harbert CL, Pidoplichko V, Almeida-Suhett CP, Pan H, Rossetti K, Braga MFM, Marini AM. Mol Neurobiol. 2018 Jan;55(1):187-200. doi: 10.1007/s12035-017-0732-y. PMID: 28844093
• 5 - Comparing the Antiseizure and Neuroprotective Efficacy of LY293558, Diazepam, Caramiphen, and LY293558-Caramiphen Combination against Soman in a Rat Model Relevant to the Pediatric Population. Apland JP, Aroniadou-Anderjaska V, Figueiredo TH, Pidoplichko VI, Rossetti K, Braga MFM. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 2018 May;365(2):314-326. doi: 10.1124/jpet.117.245969. Epub 2018 Feb 21. PMID: 29467308
• 6 - The Recovery of GABAergic Function in the Hippocampus CA1 Region After TBI. Figueiredo T, Harbert CL, Pidoplichko V, Almeida-Suhett CP, Rossetti K, Braga MFM, Marini AM. Mol Neurobiol. 2020 Jan;57(1):23-31. doi: 10.1007/s12035-019-01753-z. Epub 2019 Sep 13. PMID: 31520315
• 7 - Delayed tezampanel and caramiphen treatment but not midazolam protects against long-term neuropathology after soman exposure. Figueiredo TH, Aroniadou-Anderjaska V, Apland JP, Rossetti K, Braga MF. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2023 Apr;248(7):612-623. doi: 10.1177/15353702231171911. Epub 2023 Jun 10. PMID: 37300407

• Nov/2017: General Laboratory Safety
• Mar/2018: HIPAA
• Apr/2018: Annual OSD Records and Information Management Training
• Sept/2019: Reducing Pain and Distress in Laboratory Mice and Rats
• Sept/2019: Working with Rats in Research Setting
• Sept/2019: Working with IACUC
• Oct/2019: CITI Program: Health Information Privacy and Security
• Oct/2022: Cyber Awareness Challenge
• Nov/2022: Phishing Awareness
• Sept/2022: Principal Investigator Training
• Sept/2022: Rodent Handling

• 01/2000 – 03/2009: Colegio Moura Lacerda (Brazil) Elementary, Middle and High School Portuguese Teacher: Grammar and Literature
• 05/2009 – Current: Nations United Baptist Church – Sunday School Teacher – Elementary and Middle schooler age

• Worked as Laboratory Technician at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations; carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses preparing specimens and samples. Good experience with:
• 1-Rodent anesthesia and perfusion;
• 2- Microtome sectioning of tissue and slide mounting;
• 3- Histochemical and immunohistochemical staining;
• 4- Nissl volumetric analyses using Stereo Investigator;
• 5- Open-field, elevated maze, water maze and acoustic rodent behavior tests;
• 6-Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment, for example centrifuges, pipetting machines and pH meters;
• 7- Ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced;
• 8- Data, Figures, graphics and poster writing and editing using Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

Worked as a manager at KidSpace Columbia Athletic Club. Responsible for recruiting, training and scheduled staff to work morning and evening shifts. Prepare drop off programs for kids age from 4-13 years old. Daily activities involving children from 6 weeks to 13 years old. Management supplies, maintenance and staff , working in collaboration with another department to promote activities for Columbia residents. Led a team to improve the participation in programs and implemented two new drop off programs for children 4-13 years old. Skills developed are Leadership, Project management, Planning, Coaching, Communication, Problem solving, Coordinating, Organization, Conflict resolution, Networking/outreach, Collaboration, Decision making.