Sofia L. Krykunenko
Newport Coast,USA
Summary
Dedicated pre-health undergraduate student at UCLA with a strong focus on advancing healthcare through research and service. Notable experience in pediatric oncology research, aiming to enhance health equity and contribute to innovative treatment solutions. Demonstrates core competencies in laboratory research and community service to effectively address pressing healthcare challenges.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
08.2024 - Current
- Research pediatric brain tumors with a goal to develop new genetic therapeutic strategies for challenging oncogenes through genetic manipulation
- Cloning, plasmid isolation, western blots, cell culture, lentivirus production, PCR tests
Hospital Volunteer
UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Fulfill rotational volunteer shifts based on the evolving needs of the hospital and clinics
- Exhibit strong customer service, empathy, and communication skills.
- Leveraged strong computer literacy to navigate hospital systems efficiently and accurately
Research Volunteer
UCI Cardiovascular Innovation and Research Center
Irvine
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Studied emerging innovations in tissue engineering and conducted independent research on cost-effective biomedical alternatives.
- Gained expertise in research ethics, lab safety, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative studies.
- Participated in online workshops and hands-on lab experiences, focusing on tissue and cardiac engineering.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Pre-Human Biology and Society
University of California-Los Angeles
01.2027
Skills
- Lab safety
- Qualitative and quantitative research
- Molecular biology
- Python
Extracurricular Activities
UCLA Medlife Student Association, 2023, Present UCLA CaHPSA Student Association, 2023, Present UCLA Biomedical Research Society, 2023, Present
References
- Jessica Tsai, jtsai@chla.usc.edu
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
08.2024 - Current
Hospital Volunteer
UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Research Volunteer
UCI Cardiovascular Innovation and Research Center
08.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelors of Science - Pre-Human Biology and Society
University of California-Los Angeles
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