Maya Velasco

• Conducted research on genetic mechanisms and molecules involved in dendrite self-avoidance
• Performed precise drosophila larvae dissections, staining, fixing, mounting, and imaging protocols
• Regularly wrote scientific and final progress reports

• Observed and collected unbiased scientific data on coastal and marine resource use.

Inputed data into MPA computer data network

• Three-week research program in Boston, honed from lectures and labs created research project on how CRISPR can help contain the Culex-Mosquito Disease Transmission

• Trained how to analyze complex research article and manipulate spreadsheets
• Developed research project based on studies of synaptic connections in mice as human models, collaborated and led research group. Presented to UCLA board of scientists

• Dedicated entire summer, all day on weekdays
• Reported patient requests, concerns and other observations to staff.
• Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance and assessed patient room and care environment to optimize patient comfort