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Reece J. Fullerton

Springfield,IL

Summary

Biomedical Engineering student pursuing graduate-level research opportunities to solve complex biomedical problems. Passionate about integrating engineering principles with medical applications to enhance patient outcomes. Proficient in laboratory techniques and technical skills, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Biomedical Engineering Externship

Springfield Clinic
Springfield, IL
05.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with biomedical engineering department employees and technicians.
  • Worked on medical devices and their uses in the clinical setting.
  • Brainstormed new product ideas with surgeons, and their applications in the operating room.

Cancer Infusion Unit Volunteer

Memorial Health
Springfield, IL
05.2025 - Current
  • Assisted staff in daily unit operations to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Engaged directly with patients to elevate overall experience.

Summer Research Internship

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - Simmons Cancer Institute
Springfield, IL
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led an oncology research project involving natural killer cells and the inhibitory effects of TGF-beta.
  • Collaborated within a team environment, designed and implemented experiments while utilizing multiple laboratory techniques.
  • Presented research findings at the internship research fair titled, Characterization of Selective Chemical Inhibitors of TGF-Beta Signaling Using a Quantifiable Cellular Assay.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
12.2023 - Current
  • Conducted research involving non-human primate models in the Constantinidis Lab.
  • Designed and acquired neurophysiological recordings, imaging, and computational analysis of the data.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Biomedical Engineering, Minor in Nanotechnology

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
05.2026

Skills

  • AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB programming
  • Scanning and transmission electron microscopy
  • 3D printing, nanotechnology applications
  • Biomechanics, biomaterials, fluid transport, thermodynamics
  • Bioinstrumentation techniques, engineering statistics

Affiliations

  • Vanderbilt Biomedical Engineering Society, Pre-Med Society, Club Table Tennis & Club Golf
  • West Side Christian Church Volunteer
  • Hobbies: traveling, pickleball, tennis, golf, table tennis

Timeline

Biomedical Engineering Externship

Springfield Clinic
05.2025 - Current

Cancer Infusion Unit Volunteer

Memorial Health
05.2025 - Current

Summer Research Internship

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - Simmons Cancer Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Vanderbilt University
12.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Engineering - Biomedical Engineering, Minor in Nanotechnology

Vanderbilt University