Marim Abdelrahman

• Collaborated with the Fisher Scientific team to manage and fulfill high-volume orders, including the production of over 3,000 units of acetic acid and formic acid.
• Participated in the manufacturing process, ensuring precise formulation and adherence to quality standards.
• Supported the Organic Material Project by classifying materials using LIMS.
• Assisted in managing inorganic materials for the Inorganic Stability Project.
• Shadowed chemists in the production of diesel and formic acid.
• Contributed to quality control processes for clients such as Nestlé and NSI.
• Reorganized chemical inventory systems to improve lab accessibility.
• Handled and cataloged waste and expired materials, following safety protocols.
• Maintained accurate records of inventory and disposal procedures.
• Accurately pipetted over 17,000 ampoules of formic acid with high precision.
• Ensured lab compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
• Maintained a clean and compliant work environment according to lab safety standards.

Capstone Project, Rutgers University (Fall 2024)

• Assessed impact of phosphate-rich fertilizers on lotic water sources using Water Quality Index.
• Conducted pH, DO, BOD, turbidity, and CFU testing to evaluate water quality.
• Participated in DNA barcoding project for bacterial species identification.
• Amplified 16S rRNA through PCR and analyzed results via agarose gel electrophoresis.
• Utilized FinchTV for sequence quality evaluation and identification of nucleotide variations.

Molecular Genetics Laboratory (Spring 2025)

• Performed DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.
• Conducted bacterial transformation with plasmid vectors and antibiotic resistance.
• Executed restriction digestion and ligation for molecular cloning.
• Interpreted experimental results, and prepared scientific reports.

Cross-Species Gene Complementation Project (Spring 2025)

• Investigated whether the Arabidopsis thaliana MET3 gene could functionally complement a MET3-deficient yeast strain.
• Transformed yeast mutants with a plant cDNA library using the Lambda YES plasmid under the GAL1 promoter, and URA3 selection.
• Screened for successful transformants by selecting colonies that grew on methionine-deficient media.
• Verified the presence and size of cDNA inserts through restriction digestion and gel electrophoresis.

Yeast Genetics Laboratory (Spring 2025)

• Conducted yeast mating, sporulation, and tetrad dissection.
• Mapped genes using replica plating and complementation tests.
• Identified genotypes and phenotypes using selective media.
• Practiced sterile techniques, and maintained detailed lab documentation.