Biologist
Sumayah Ben Nakhi Professional Statement A detail-oriented, meticulous biologist with a thorough background in performing a multitude of lab procedures. Wellrounded degree in a variety of complex biochemical and biological classes, as well as a focus on genetic genetic and microbiological microbiological processes. Adept researcher with the ability to learn and implement new techniques t echniques easily.
Personal Info Phone: (720)326-9037 Email:
[email protected] Address: 475 Baird St Apt 508, Morgantown WV 26505
Skills Can critically assess genomic, medical and social science literature. Able to write concise, understandable clinical and scientific information for audiences of varying backgrounds.
Education West Virginia University ! ! ! !
Can generate and decipher Western, Southern, and Northern Blots.
Honor’s Research (Spring 2018-Spring 2019) Worked under Dr. Ashok Bidwai with two undergraduate and one graduate student. Experimented with one amino acid changes in creatine kinase (CK) in d. melanogaster , homo sapiens, and s. and s. cerevisiae. cerevisiae. Explored the relationship of the enzyme in foreign organisms, its functionality, and its side effects. Conducted multiple PCR, cloning, inoculation, and Western blots throughout the research. Published a thoroughly-detailed thesis on the research conducted upon graduation. NASA Fellowship (Summer 2018) Earned NASA fellowship with proposal of CK2-! research. Coordinated expenditures required for research with proper justification. Attended conference to present the results of the research. Assisted in the development of a new medical diagnostic procedure to detect developmental delays caused by kinase inactivity. !
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PyMOL Serial Cloner, ApE Adobe Illustrator Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
B.S. Biology Emphasis on Molecular Biology Minor in Psychology President’s List or Dean’s List every semester
Experience
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Able to perform electrophoresis, PCR, and complementation tests.
(2015-present)
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