- Participate in volleyball and dance, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
- Yoga
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Avid Reader
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Fundraising Events
- Animal Care
- Astrology
Mira Kunz
Santa Barbara ,CA
Summary
Dynamic researcher with a proven track record at Stanford Polygence Research Academy, showcasing expertise in data analysis and a strong work ethic through impactful societal contributions and presentations at international conferences. Excelled in team collaboration and research planning, driving projects to completion with innovative methodologies and rigorous experiment design.
Research professional with solid history of delivering thorough and insightful analyses in various research projects. Known for collaborative approach, adaptability to changing project needs, and results-driven mindset. Skilled in data interpretation, report writing, and utilizing advanced research methodologies to drive outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
Bellarmine Marine Chemistry Research Program
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
- Completed designated tasks with efficiency and accuracy in order to support research objectives.
- Prepared fact sheets, tables, and graphs to summarize research results.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines, showcasing strong organizational skills and time management abilities.
- Developed critical thinking skills through continuous problem-solving activities related to hypothesis testing or experiment design challenges faced during research projects.
- Conducted literature reviews to stay informed on current trends and developments in the field, bolstering research relevance.
- Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
Researcher
Stanford Polygence Research Academy
05.2020 - 11.2022
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
- Designed experiments with rigorous controls to maximize validity of findings.
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
- Navigated complex ethical considerations, ensuring all research practices adhered to highest standards.
- Facilitated partnerships with external research institutions, expanding resources and expertise available for projects.
- Tailored research approaches to address specific community needs, leading to impactful societal contributions.
- Worked as member of integrated project team in highly collaborative work environment.
- Learned new laboratory techniques and applied expertise in carrying out enhanced experiments under supervision of senior lab members.
Student Researcher
CNI-X
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Completed designated tasks with efficiency and accuracy in order to support research objectives.
- Prepared fact sheets, tables, and graphs to summarize research results.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Collaborated with fellow researchers, fostering a productive team environment that accelerated project completion.
- Conducted literature reviews to stay informed on current trends and developments in the field, bolstering research relevance.
- Contributed to the development of innovative research methodologies for more accurate results.
- Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive reports, effectively communicating key findings to stakeholders.
- Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bellarmine Preparatory School
Tacoma06-2023
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Data collection and organization
- Interpreting results
- Research planning
- Documentation and reporting
- Effective multitasking
- Fieldwork experience
Accomplishments
- Completed a 2 years research project that helped to analyze the effects of COVID-19 on adolescent anxiety, depression, and stress levels.
- Was apart of multiple summer pre-medical programs that relied on students completing different psychology and neuroscience research projects in 4 weeks, along side of other Ivy League mentor's.
- Selected to presented at Polygence National Symposium. Reported my findings from my research project.
- Accepted for publication by the International Journal Of High school Research
Interests
Timeline
Student Researcher
CNI-X
06.2022 - 08.2022
Researcher
Stanford Polygence Research Academy
05.2020 - 11.2022
Researcher
Bellarmine Marine Chemistry Research Program
01.2020 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Bellarmine Preparatory School
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