Michaela Bosworth
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Researcher with a background in environmental and biological sciences, exhibited through projects at Duquesne University and internship at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Demonstrated exceptional independent learning skills and a commitment to biological research. Currently looking to expand skills in research and biotechnology fields.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh , PA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted field sampling from passive bioremediation sites.
- Used various methods to seasonally screen samples for manganese-reducing bacteria for further experiments.
- Recorded and quantified data collected from studies.
- Assisted PhD researchers with data collection, equipment management, and preparation of samples.
- Trained fellow undergraduates in lab techniques.
Summer Research Internship Program
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Carried out experiments investigating the hypertonic stress response on the model organism, C. elegans with osmotic avoidance deficiencies.
- Examined the osmotic avoidance phenotype at different stages of development.
- Learned staining techniques for motor neurons in the model organism.
- Attended seminars weekly from speakers of different research departments.
Capstone Project Research
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Learned multiple lab techniques and utilized them based on sample requirements and testing goals.
- Produced comprehensive research questions and potential hypotheses.
- Created research experiments surrounding interactions between heavy metals and antibiotics and their impact on environmental bacteria.
- Produced a manuscript of scientific findings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2024
Skills
- Scientific writing
- Laboratory techniques
- Data collection
- Independent learning
- Quantitative research
- Fieldwork experience
Affiliations
- Member of the Beta Beta Beta Biological Honors Society
- 4-year member of the varsity rowing team
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Duquesne University
08.2023 - 05.2024
Summer Research Internship Program
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
06.2023 - 07.2023
Capstone Project Research
Duquesne University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Duquesne University
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