Sara De Pinho
Westport,CT
Summary
Aspiring physician and incoming pre-med student at Boston University with award-winning research experience in molecular genetics. Skilled in lab techniques including PCR, gel electrophoresis, mRNA synthesis, and statistical data analysis. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, with a strong foundation in STEM leadership, tutoring, and community service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Molecular Genetics Research Member
Columbia Stem Cell Initiative, Egli Lab
05.2022 - Current
Conducted award-winning research on DNA replication stress in zygotes to improve miscarriage outcomes, contributing to advancements in human-assisted reproduction (IVF) through a proposed and patented future treatment plan.
Intern
Yale School of Medicine - Jonas Lab
05.2025 - 06.2025
Analyzed images of Mitochondria, measuring Length, Width, Density, and ER Interactions using the software Fiji for a contribution to an upcoming paper of the lab.
Volunteer
The Alliance in Limiting Strays (TAILS) Non-profit
12.2021 - Current
Cared for injured and sick stray cats, assisted in state-wide adoption events, and helped raise community awareness for TAILS.
Math/Science Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2023 - Current
Provided personalized tutoring for elementary and middle school students in math and science, enhancing their academic performance and confidence.
Volunteer
Winslow Park Animal Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2025
Assisted veterinarians in animal care and rehabilitation; led community outreach to promote the clinic’s charitable services.
Math Tutor
Russian School of Math
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided personalized tutoring for elementary and middle school students in math and science, enhancing their academic performance and confidence.
Education
High School -
Staples High School
Westport, CT06.2025
Skills
- mRNA synthesis
- Bacterial Transformation
- Gibson Assembly
- Plating and splitting cell cultures
- Mixing PCR reactions
- Gel electrophoresis
- Designing mRNA primers and DNA base editors
- Statistical analysis of all Research data
- ApE Software Proficiency
- Fiji Software Proficiency
- 4Peaks Software Proficiency
- Prism Software Proficiency
Certification
- Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF) – Award Finalist
- New England Math League Competition - Award Finalist
- National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) – Award Winner
- Fairfield Regional National History Day Fair – Top 5 Team Finalist
- CPR and First Aid certified – Trained in emergency response
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (valid until 2026)
LANGUAGES
English: Native
Spanish: Fluent (Seal of Biliteracy awarded)
Portuguese: Fluent
Timeline
Intern
Yale School of Medicine - Jonas Lab
05.2025 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Winslow Park Animal Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2025
Math/Science Tutor
Self-Employed
03.2023 - Current
Math Tutor
Russian School of Math
09.2022 - 06.2023
Molecular Genetics Research Member
Columbia Stem Cell Initiative, Egli Lab
05.2022 - Current
Volunteer
The Alliance in Limiting Strays (TAILS) Non-profit
12.2021 - Current
High School -
Staples High School
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