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Stephen Akosah

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Volunteer

Raskin Laboratory
09.2023 - Current
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.

Research Assistant Intern

Aresty Research Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Tested the effects of M. oleifera seed extract on the oxidative stress response of Caenorhabditis elegans.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.

Student Intern

Greater Newark Conservancy
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked side-by-side with community leaders – via demonstrations and hands-on training sessions – to develop an acumen of horticulture fundamentals and an ethnobotanical view of Greater Newark Conservancy's unique community-based approach, practices and culture
  • Leveraged standard urban farming systems to prepare, harvest, and care for crops – while maintaining robust adherence to local quality guidelines
  • Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs

Education

Pharm.D Candidate 2028 -

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ

Skills

  • Field Research
  • LC-MS
  • qRT-PCR
  • Cell Culture
  • Biohazard Disposal
  • Plant care and maintenance

Accomplishments

  • Investigating the Antioxidant Potential of Moringa oliefera Seed Extract in Caenorhabditis elegans,2023
  • Drug Use as a Human Right: A Comprehensive Analysis of Legal, Social and Public Health Implications of Drug Criminalization, 2023

Timeline

Laboratory Volunteer

Raskin Laboratory
09.2023 - Current

Research Assistant Intern

Aresty Research Center
05.2023 - 08.2023

Student Intern

Greater Newark Conservancy
06.2019 - 08.2019

Pharm.D Candidate 2028 -

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Stephen Akosah