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Mariam Ayrapetyan

Valley Village,CA

Summary

Since graduating with a degree in Bioengineering from UC Berkeley, Mariam Ayrapetyan has focused on advancing human health through research and education. Her passion lies at the intersection of biological sciences and technology which has driven her to design innovative medical devices, collaborate with industry professionals, and contribute to scientific knowledge through her lab work. Alongside her research, she is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists by sharing her love for science through teaching and mentoring. Her research experience has sparked a strong interest in neurology, biomedical devices, pharmaceuticals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Science and Math Teacher

AGBU Manoogian Demirdjian School
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed and delivered engaging science curricula in subjects such as Chemistry, Anatomy, Earth Sci
  • Designed interactive lessons incorporating hands-on experiments, projects, technology-based resources
  • Guided students in preparing for science fairs, supporting them in design process, research, presentation
  • Assessed students' performance through a range of methods, including quizzes, lab assignments, projects
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to integrate cross-curricular content and ensure science aligns with broader educational objectives

Undergraduate Researcher

Di Carlo Lab at UCLA
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Designed and developed PDMS devices through photolithography and soft lithography techniques, applying them in the development of injectable hydrogels for antigen delivery.

Research Assistant at Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute

Keck School of Medicine of USC
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Created 100 + choroid plexus organoids following established protocols and maintained induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) cultures
  • Successfully conducted laboratory experiments including immunostaining, cryosectioning, genotyping (PCR), RNA extraction, tissue dissociation, cell sorting, and cell culture maintenance
  • Executed 50+ mouse surgeries, isolating brain tissue for gene expression analysis following traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Conducted a successful analysis of confocal microscopy images for quantitative data interpretation

Biodesign Intern

UC Berkeley, College of Engineering
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Conducted interviews with over 40 hydrocephalus patients and 14+ neurosurgeons and neurologists to identify factors contributing to VP shunt failure
  • Employed the Lean Launchpad method to assess the clinical device market and develop a market entry strategy for a wireless Intracranial Pressure Sensor (IPS)
  • Designed an IPS to reduce unnecessary exploratory surgeries, serving as a noninvasive diagnostic tool for shunt malfunctions

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering

University of California, Berkeley
12.2021

Skills

  • Matlab
  • C Programming
  • LaTex
  • Arduino
  • COMSOL
  • Fiji
  • AutoCAD
  • Design and prototyping skills
  • Immunofluorescence
  • Pipetting
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • PCR
  • Cell culturing
  • Photolithography and soft lithography skills
  • Data Analytics
  • Teamwork
  • Presentation
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Science and Math Teacher

AGBU Manoogian Demirdjian School
08.2023 - Current

Research Assistant at Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute

Keck School of Medicine of USC
04.2022 - 03.2023

Undergraduate Researcher

Di Carlo Lab at UCLA
01.2022 - 04.2023

Biodesign Intern

UC Berkeley, College of Engineering
05.2020 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering

University of California, Berkeley

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