Paige Chenoweth
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
A highly organized and detail-oriented team player with exceptional time management skills. Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Skilled in collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of tasks in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Volunteer Research Assistant
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
01.2025 - Current
- Culturing Cryptococcus neoformans; Maintaining and propagating fungal cultures under sterile conditions
- Inducing Titan Cell Formation; Using specific media and environmental conditions to trigger the transition to titan cells for study
- Microscopy Identifying and measuring titan cells using light or fluorescence microscopy
- Utilization of qPCR and RT-qPCR techniques by quantifying gene expression related to titan cell formation and stress responses
- RNA Extraction and Analysis; Isolating RNA to study transcriptomic changes during titan cell differentiation
- Flow Cytometry analyzing cell size, ploidy, and surface markers of titan cells
- Collaboration and Data Presentation; Discussing findings in lab meetings and preparing figures for publications
- Lab Maintenance; Preparing media, sterilizing equipment, and managing fungal strain inventories
Student Research Assistant
Virginia Tech College of Plant Sciences
09.2023 - Current
- Researching the virulence of C. Parasitica affecting American Chestnut Tree Species within John McDowell's Plant Pathology lab
- Acquired certifications in Safe Autoclave Use and Verification, Hazardous Waste Management, General Laboratory Safety, and Biosafety for Research Labs
- Proficient in transient transformation via needless injection and vacuum infiltration
- Expanded knowledge base through active participation in conferences, workshops, and seminars relevant to the field of study
- Culture fungal and pathogen organisms within a lab setting using sterile techniques
- Enhanced research accuracy by diligently collecting and analyzing data from various sources
- Developed strong problem-solving skills through troubleshooting experimental challenges as they arose during the research process
Education
B.S. - Biological Sciences, Microbiology
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
05.2026
Skills
- R code
- Nano-Drop
- Spectrometer
- PCR
- qPCR
- Centrifugation
- Gel electrophoresis
- Cell culture
- HPLC
- Flow Cytometry
- ELISA assays
Clubs
Alpha Sigma Kappa, 05/23, present, Women in Technical Studies, Communicating volunteer opportunities. Collaborated on ideas for further engagement. Provided help and knowledge within the community.
Activities
2024 Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Conference, 04/24, Intro to WGS, Discussed the topic of weaponizing bodies. Presented my research paper, 'Accessibility to Abortions Based on Race and Class.' Maintained an unbiased point of view with the goal of educating.
Timeline
Student Volunteer Research Assistant
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
01.2025 - Current
Student Research Assistant
Virginia Tech College of Plant Sciences
09.2023 - Current
B.S. - Biological Sciences, Microbiology
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
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