Zachary Allen
Plant Sciences
Cary,NC
Summary
Crop Science Master's graduate with a focus on tobacco breeding and genetics. Proficient in collaborative research and production, with strong critical-thinking and interpersonal skills. Ready to apply expertise in plant sciences to drive innovation and progress in research or production settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant for Dr. Lewis (Tobacco Breeding and Genetics)
North Carolina State University
01.2021 - Current
M.S Thesis Projects:
- Genetic Control of Enantiomeric Specificity of Nicotine Biosynthesis in Tobacco
- Perform RNA Sequencing to Identify an Additional Enzyme Involved in Nicotine Biosynthesis
- Evaluation of Low Nicotine Lines for Resistance to Insects and Diseases
Temporary Student Worker
Doherty Lab at NCSU
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted graduate students in research projects and lab duties.
Research Assistant For USDA Seed Lab
North Carolina State University
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Received credit for a Undergraduate Research Experience
- Analyzed maize genomically and phenomically for Fusarium ear rot
- Assisted grad students with research tasks and summer field work
Student Worker
NCSU Agroecology Education Farm
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted with general farm tasks including planting, cultivating, harvesting, and equipment maintance
- Lead volunteer workshops
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Crop Science, Tobacco Breeding and Genetics
North Carolina State University Graduate School
Raleigh, NCB.S. - Agroecology, Sustainable Food Systems, Research And Production
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCAssociate of Science Degree - undefined
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NCAccomplishments
- Magna Cum Laude 2021
- Dean's List x4 2019-2021
- The National Society of Leadership and Success member 2019
- Division 1 Cross Country and Track Team member 2016-2017
- Boy Scouts Rank- Eagle Scout 2016
Activities
- The Space Chile Grow a Pepper Plant Challenge (Led by: Jacob Torres), 2020, Present, - Designed/built 5 gallon aeroponic bucket system, - Grew chimayo chile peppers in 5 gallon aeroponic bucket, - Collected growth data and submitted sample for testing
- Agronomy Club Member at NC State, 08/2019, 12/2021, - Volunteered at Tobacco Growers Association booth at the NC State Fair
- Agroecology Club Treasurer at NC State, 08/2019, 12/2021, - Responsible for managing club's money, - Participated in "Weed and Feed" at Agroecology Education Farm
Timeline
Graduate Assistant for Dr. Lewis (Tobacco Breeding and Genetics)
North Carolina State University
01.2021 - Current
Temporary Student Worker
Doherty Lab at NCSU
08.2020 - 08.2021
Research Assistant For USDA Seed Lab
North Carolina State University
10.2019 - 08.2021
Student Worker
NCSU Agroecology Education Farm
09.2019 - 11.2019
Master of Science (M.S.) - Crop Science, Tobacco Breeding and Genetics
North Carolina State University Graduate School
B.S. - Agroecology, Sustainable Food Systems, Research And Production
North Carolina State University
Associate of Science Degree - undefined
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
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