LAUREN KOHLSAAT
Summary
Experienced Research Assistant proficient in meticulous data collection and analysis, providing valuable support to academic projects. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in team environments, working towards research goals and adapting to changing project demands. Proficient in preparing resources, equipment, and materials for research purposes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Loyola University Chicago
01.2023 - Current
- Primarily interested in the effects of isomerization on protein ubiquitination using PSD-95
- In addition, we studied the effects of different enzymes, such as GSK3-B and Pin 1, to determine inhibitory or complementary effects on protein levels
- Investigated the molecular mechanisms responsible for the stabilization of ionotropic glutamatergic receptors at synapses
- Streamlined project workflow, optimizing team efficiency through development of detailed scheduling and tracking systems.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
Summer Scholar
Children's Mercy Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
- With the many factors that participate in overall energy balance within the body, we worked to explore the role that these factors play in the energy balance framework
- Analyzed the association between insulin sensitivity and appetite regulation in adolescents
- Performed data entry tasks meticulously, maintaining high levels of accuracy throughout the entire dataset.
- Compiled and analyzed research data, forming my individual research project over the course of the internship program.
Research Assistant
Kansas University Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
- We investigated how the NKG2D ligand expression on NK cells and T cells affects the ability of these cells to kill malignant tumor cells
- Our study focused on natural killer cells and their role in controlling tumor growth relative to the immune system
- Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics (recently approved for publication).
- We investigated how the NKG2D ligand expression on NK cells and T cells affects the ability of these cells to kill malignant tumor cells
- Monitored laboratory mice according to IACUC procedures, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and contributing to the integrity of research data.
Education
BS - Biology, Neuroscience
Loyola University Chicago
05-2026
Skills
- Experimental Design
- Scientific Writing
- Pipetting
- Western Blotting
- Imaging
- Microscopy
- Data Analysis
- Tumor Extraction
- Tumor Dissociation
- Cell Culture
- Cell Purification
- Immunohistochemistry
Timeline
Summer Scholar
Children's Mercy Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
Loyola University Chicago
01.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Kansas University Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
BS - Biology, Neuroscience
Loyola University Chicago
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