Victoria Quaicoe
BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration & Stroke) Laboratory at UTHealth Houston
Mission,Texas
6
years of professional experience
Previous clinical research skilled in patient interaction, specimen collection,data management, and regulatory compliance. Equipped with analytical skills and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Adaptable to changing project needs and priorities. Experienced with laboratory techniques and laboratory safety standards and protocol compliance ensures secure and efficient working environment.
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
10 Months- Completed trMaintained laboratory database records accurately.ining in phlebotomy and venipuncture techniques.
- Managed biorepository specimen accessioning, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation of samples for reliable research outcomes.
- Coordinated sample retrieval, storage, and distribution to support research workflows and investigator requests.
- Managed REDCap entries and maintained specimen inventory records in laboratory databases, a.
- Coordinated sample retrieval, storage, and distribution, facilitating efficient research workflows and timely investigator support.
- Trained new staff on biorepository procedures and safety practices, enhancing team competency and compliance with documentation standards.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates.
- Performed in-depth interviews with research subjects and compiled data and analyses into reports for review by group leader.
Laboratory Research Assistant
3 Years 4 Months- Conducted laboratory experiments following established protocols and quality control standards.
- Maintained accurate records of sample preparation, observations, and test results.
- Reviewed data for accuracy and flagged inconsistencies for further analysis.
- Supported research staff with assay preparation, reagent tracking, and workflow organization.
- Trained new assistants on safety procedures, documentation practices, and equipment use.
- Handled sensitive biological samples with care, ensuring integrity throughout each stage of experimentation.
- Utilized advanced analytical techniques such as PCR, ELISA, and HPLC for accurate data collection in various research projects.
- Maintained a clean and safe laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines and regulations.
- Contributed to the successful completion of multiple research projects by providing timely and accurate testing results.
- Presented ongoing progress reports at weekly lab meetings keeping all team members informed on the status of various projects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and proper implementation of experimental procedures.
- Coauthored multiple peer-reviewed publications by contributing valuable insights from experimental findings to the overall discussion section content.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
2 Years- Collected and organized experimental data using spreadsheets and research databases.
- Analyzed findings for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with project objectives.
- Assisted with preparation of presentations, reports, and research summaries.
- Applied established protocols to support reliable data gathering and sample handling.
- Developed skills in various research methodologies, ensuring high-quality work across diverse projects.
- Conducted fieldwork as needed, collecting vital data to supplement existing research efforts.
- Contributed to the completion of multiple research projects, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Compiled data into reports and disseminated to the supervisor for review.
- Participated in regular lab meetings, contributing valuable insights and suggestions for ongoing projects.
- Organized laboratory materials and maintained equipment for efficient daily operations.
- Presented research findings at university events, showcasing the value of undergraduate research efforts.
- Applied critical thinking skills when troubleshooting issues encountered during experimentation or while interpreting results from any collected data sets.
- Collected and recorded data at various field sites for later assessment and data analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Minor in Neuroscience
- Elected to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Member for Rice University Student Association in 2016-2017
- Relevant Coursework: Independent Research for Biosciences Undergraduate
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
- 3.73 GPA
- Thesis: Gut Dysbiosis and the Progression of BCAS-Induced Cognitive Impairment
- Relevant Coursework: Writing Scientific Articles for Publication
Skills
Phlebotomy
Participant screening
Informed consent
Patient recruitment
Patient confidentiality
Electronic data capture
Sterilization processes
Sample preparation
Sterilization techniques
Gel electrophoresis
PCR techniques
Western blotting
Research writing
Electrophoresis methods
Chemical handling
Lab safety protocols
Data collection
Scientific writing
Animal handling
Team collaboration
Timeline
Laboratory Research Assistant
BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration & Stroke) Laboratory at UTHealth Houston
04.2020 - 08.2023Read More
Clinical Research Assistant
BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration & Stroke) Laboratory Biorepository at Memorial Hermann Southwest
06.2019 - 04.2020Read More
Undergraduate Research Assistant
BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration & Stroke) Laboratory Biorepository at Memorial Hermann Southwest
05.2017 - 05.2019Read More
Rice University
Bachelor of Arts from Biochemistry and Cell Biology
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Master of Science from Biomedical Sciences
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POSTER PRESENTATIONS
- “Mucin Is a Novel Target for Gut Protective Immunity in Stroke” Juneyoung Lee, Victoria Quaicoe, Diego Morales-Scheihing, Bhanu P. Ganesh, Venugopal R. Venna, Louise D. McCullough. Moderated poster presentation at 2019 American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference, Honolulu, HI
- “Stroke Induces a Differential Colonic Epithelial Response and Leads to Impaired Gut Integrity and Increased Post-Stroke Infections in Aged Mice” Juneyoung Lee, Monica Spychala, John d’Aigle, Victoria Quaicoe, Louise D. McCullough and Venugopal Reddy Venna. Oral presentation at 2018 American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference, Los Angeles, CA (selected as one of the research highlights)
- “The Role of Microbiome in Stroke Recovery” Victoria Quaicoe, Juneyoung Lee Ph.D., Venugopal R. Venna Ph.D., Louise D. McCullough M.D., Ph.D. Poster presentation at the 2017 Institute of Biosciences and Bioengineering Poster Symposium, Houston, TX
- “Changes In Gut Microbiome Precede Cognitive Impairment In A Mouse Model Of Vascular Cognitive Impairment And Dementia” Venugopal Reddy Venna, Michael E Maniskas, Victoria Quaicoe, Joseph Petrosino, Louise D McCullough. Moderated poster presentation at 2023 American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference, Dallas, TX
- “Kynurenine-3-monooxygenase Inhibition Confers Neuroprotection After Ischemic Stroke In Aged Mice” Venugopal Reddy Venna, Victoria A. Quaicoe, Gabriela Delevati Colpo, Louise D McCullough, Antonio L. Teixeira. Moderated poster presentation at 2023 American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference, Dallas, TX