Katie Colson
Staunton,Virginia
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented researcher with a robust background at the University of Kentucky and Oregon Health and Science University, specializing in flow cytometry. Excelled in interdisciplinary research, demonstrating advanced data analysis skills and a knack for fostering collaborative environments. Proven track record in enhancing research methodologies and contributing significantly to scientific knowledge. Presented at many international and national scientific conferences, including oral and poster presentations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted electrophysiological studies on mouse optic nerves in white matter injury.
- Contributed to research projects studying microglial interactions in white matter injury.
- The lab utilized Silmatersib, ARQ-092, and Roscovitine for mouse optic nerve drug applications.
- Performed electrophysiological studies on mouse optic nerves for pharmaceutical companies.
- Initially recruited for expertise in B cell flow cytometry, phosphoflow, Primeflow RNA flow cytometry, mitochondrial isolation, and flow cytometry, and worked on a grant that would utilize all techniques.
- Participated in weekly meetings with faculty members discussing postdoctoral research progress.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of advancements in the field.
- Collaborated with colleagues to discuss research programs and methodologies to influence leading edge practices.
Doctoral Candidate
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
09.2019 - 06.2024
- Dissertation work focused on sex differences in Age Associated B cells in post-stroke aged mice.
- Performed immunohistochemistry on floating brain tissue sections (mouse) and paraffin-embedded human parietal lobe tissue to identify B cell subsets.
- Regularly conducted FACS staining and flow cytometry for lab projects, including thesis work.
- Performed quality control tests for flow cytometry experiments and maintained the lab-owned FACS Symphony A3.
- Presented results of research projects at conferences, workshops and seminars.
- Performed flow cytometrical analysis using FlowJo software.
- Guided high school, undergraduate, and graduate students through hands-on laboratory experiences, including proposal writing, lab techniques, and proper analyses.
- Partnered on various initiatives with UK and overseas teams, including those in the Netherlands and Australia.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
SINAPS Faculty Meeting Representative
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Attended monthly Neuroscience department faculty meetings to report on student news.
- Composed detailed reports on meetings for dissemination to Neuroscience students.
Animal Care Lab Technician
Centre College
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Daily feeding/watering of research doves, quail, and rats as well as cleaning cages
Biomedical Intern
Centro Medico Peninsular
Merida, Mexico
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Worked in a clinic laboratory performing various drug tests for workers
Research Intern
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked under Dr. Yasuhiro Suzuki to determine which novel protein can stimulate microglia to secrete IFN-γ using novel mechanisms.
- I presented work from 2018 at an internship showcase at Centre College in August 2018..
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on research methods and subject area trends.
- Carried out experiments under supervision, developing skills and techniques to operate independently.
Biochemistry Lab Techniques
Centre College
01.2018 - 01.2018
- 3-week intensive class performing common biochemistry experiments such as protein assays
- Processed, analyzed, and reported data from experiments.
- Organized laboratory work areas to ensure a safe working environment.
- Ensured proper calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and data.
Microbiology Research
Centre College
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Isolated bacteriophage from dirt using Mycobacterium smegmatis.
- Visualized bacteriophage at Western Kentucky University using its electron microscope.
- Uploaded phage information to the database for bacteriophage.
Instacart Shopper
Instacart
- Shops for customers, and provides potential replacements for missing or unavailable items.
- Greeted customers and responded to inquiries in a friendly and professional manner during shopping and at time of delivery.
- Prepared orders for delivery, including selecting items from shelves, bags and boxes.
Doordasher
DoorDash
- Pickup and delivery of food orders.
- Interacted with customer to communicate issues, arrival times, and drop offs.
Tour Guide
Centre College
- Provided weekly tours to visiting students and their families.
- Greeted visitors at admission events as well as provide personal tours.
- Hosted potential new students overnight to give them the Centre College experience.
Teaching Assistant, Neuroscience
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
- Proctoring exams
- Office Hours
- Mentoring
Education
Doctoral Candidate - Neuroscience, Integrated Biomedical Science PhD Program
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Lexington, Kentucky06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Centre College
Danville, Kentucky05.2019
Skills
- Proficient in Flow Cytometry
- Proficient in Flowjo Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Review paper writing
- Customer Service
- Prism Statistics
- Google Docs
- Google Presentations
- LabArchives electronic notebook and scheduler
- Scientific presentations
- Manuscript Writing
- Organization and Scheduling
- Optic Nerve Electrophysiology
- Western Blot
- B Cell Culture
- ELISA
- Immunohistochemistry
- FACS Staining
- Animal Protocols
- Lab Notebook Maintenance
- Nikon Confocal A1R
- Axioscan Z7/71
- ImageJ
- FIJI
- Abstract Writing
- Floating Tissue Immunohistochemistry
- Cryostat tissue sectioning
- Mouse Colony Maintenance
- Cayuse AO system
- Grant Writing
- NIS Analysis
- ZenBlue Analysis
- HALO for Cresyl Violet Infarcts
- Catwalk Analysis
- Open Field Analysis
- Rotarod
- Operant Chamber Touchscreens
- Euthanasia (mouse)
- Perfusion (mouse)
- Single Cell Processing
- single cell RNA sequencing
- B Cell Isolation
- Microglial Isolation
- Teaching experience
- Interdisciplinary research
- Research procedures
- Advanced data analysis
Publications
- Malone, MK, Cotter, KM, Britsch, D, Lutshumba, J, and Stowe, AM, FACS To Identify Immune Subsets in Mouse Brain and Spleen, Methods in Molecular Biology: Neural Repair, Springer Publishing, 2022, 36715938
- Malone, MK, Ujas, TA, Britsch, D, Cotter, KM, Poinsatte, K, Stowe, AM, The immunopathology of B lymphocytes during stroke-induced injury and repair, Seminars in Immunopathology, Springer Verlag Publishing, 2022, 36446955
Positionsandhonors
Lab Animal Technician, Centre College, 08/01/17, 05/31/19
Graduate Research Assistant (PhD), UKY, 08/01/19, 06/30/24.
Post-Doctoral Fellow, OHSU, 06/01/24
Translational Research in Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias (TRIAD) T32 Fellowship, UKY, 08/01/21, 05/31/23
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Previous dance team captain at Centre College. We performed at football and basketball games.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Oregon Health and Science University
06.2024 - 12.2024
SINAPS Faculty Meeting Representative
University of Kentucky
01.2021 - 01.2022
Doctoral Candidate
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
09.2019 - 06.2024
Biomedical Intern
Centro Medico Peninsular
01.2019 - 01.2019
Research Intern
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
06.2018 - 08.2018
Biochemistry Lab Techniques
Centre College
01.2018 - 01.2018
Animal Care Lab Technician
Centre College
09.2017 - 05.2019
Microbiology Research
Centre College
01.2016 - 01.2016
Instacart Shopper
Instacart
Doordasher
DoorDash
Tour Guide
Centre College
Teaching Assistant, Neuroscience
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Doctoral Candidate - Neuroscience, Integrated Biomedical Science PhD Program
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Centre College
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