Landon Maloney

Masters graduate with dual degrees in biology and chemistry, showcasing a strong academic record. Expertise in laboratory techniques such as RT-PCR and data analysis, applied to research in toxicology and neurodegenerative diseases. Proven collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams, effectively communicating findings to enhance public health understanding. Successfully presented research at regional and national scientific conferences, demonstrating strong presentation abilities.

• Word of Life Church, Ridgeland, MS, Security Team Member, 07/01/24, Maintain safety protocols for large congregational gatherings, Respond to emergent situations with composure and situational awareness
• Pinelake Church, Clinton, MS, Sunday School Teacher, 09/01/23, 06/01/24, Developed structured lesson plans and facilitated youth education, Mentored students in leadership, accountability, and personal growth
• Mississippi College IEEE Marketplace, Volunteer, 05/01/24, Assisted with event logistics and student engagement initiatives
• Pinelake Church Wranglers Team, Volunteer, Provided consistent operational support for weekly event logistics
• Methodist Rehabilitation Center, Flowood, MS, Event Volunteer, 05/01/23, Assisted with coordination of community event supporting patients in rehabilitative recovery
• Stewpot Community Service, Volunteer, Participated in outreach initiatives serving underserved community members

• PCR and RT-PCR with Gel Electrophoresis for Western Blotting
• Microtome
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• Histology Slide Preparation
• Acid Digestion
• Acid-Base Titrations
• X-ray Fluorescence Analyzer

• Mississippi College, Clinton, MS, Research Assistant, Laboratory of Dr. Scoty Hearst, 03/01/24, Toxic Metal Analysis of Coffee, Designed and implemented laboratory protocols to quantify heavy metal concentrations in globally sourced coffee samples, Conducted analytical testing and interpreted quantitative data to assess potential public health implications, Collaborated within a multidisciplinary research team to prepare formal scientific presentations, Awarded Excellence Recognition at the Mississippi Academy of Sciences Conference, Toxic Metal Analysis of Tea and Chocolate, Performed toxicological screening of international tea samples and U.S. commercial chocolate products, Utilized laboratory instrumentation to detect trace heavy metal contamination, Analyzed experimental data to evaluate consumer safety risks and regulatory considerations, Parasites of Calling Lake, Investigated parasitic prevalence in freshwater fish to assess foodborne disease risk, Applied microscopy and specimen analysis techniques to identify contamination patterns, Contributed to public health-focused research promoting safe dietary practices, Genetic Penetrance of the Bitter Taste Gene, Utilized RT-PCR to evaluate gene expression and determine phenotypic penetrance, Interpreted molecular data to assess genotype-phenotype correlations, Maintained detailed laboratory documentation to ensure reproducibility and data integrity
• University of Mississippi Medical Center / Mississippi College, Research Assistant - Neurodegenerative Disease Study, 03/01/24, Investigated the therapeutic potential of doxycycline in SCA1 mice subjects to study neurodegenerative effects, Administered pharmacologic treatments via injection and oral delivery under controlled laboratory conditions, Conducted motor coordination and balance testing to quantitatively assess disease progression, Analyzed behavioral data to evaluate treatment efficacy, Presented findings at the 2024 National American Chemical Society Conference and the Undergraduate Research Symposium, 100+ hours