Education

Scholarships/Achievements

·         Doctoral Research Fellowship (2021-2025)

·         Doctoral Teaching Fellowship (2020-2021)

·         BU PhD Full Tuition Scholarship (2020-2025)

Scholarships/Achievements

·         Presidential Scholarship (2013-2015)

·         Women in STEM Scholarship (2014-2015)

·         President’s List (Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Spring 2015)

·         Dean’s List (Spring 2014)

Biotechnology Summit, Harrisburg, PA (2015) 

Poster – Targeted Delivery into the Nucleus of Live Cells - Using MB231 cell line and KI67 Antibody

 Abstract: Digitonin, a glycoside that is frequently used as a detergent, was used to create temporary pores in the nucleus of MB231. This allowed the antibody Ki-67 to enter the nucleus, where it bound to the Ki-67 marker protein . Previously, poration of the nucleus to allow antibodies to enter the nucleus required cell fixation, thereby killing the cells. This procedure allows live cells to be studied with target antibodies delivered to the nucleus.

Presentation – Synthesis, Capping, Characterization, and Functionalization of AuNP

 Abstract: Functionalizing gold nanoparticles with chemical groups and biological molecules increases stability and allows for their utilization in various biotechnology fields. Using a biological molecule to functionalize them has the potential to open up a wide array of biomedical applications.  

Scholarships/Achievements

·         Presidential Merit Scholarship (2008-2012)

·         University Scholar’s Award (2008-2012)

·         President’s List (Spring 2009)

·         Dean’s List (Fall 2008, Spring 2011, Fall 2011, Spring 2012)

·         Certificate of Superior Excellence for Valuable Contributions Made to the Learning Assistance Centers (Presented Spring 2012)

Honor Societies

·         University Honors Program

·         Golden Key International Honour Society

·         Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society

Celebration of Inquiry Conference, Conway, SC (2012)

Presentation – Senior Thesis: Efficacy of EGCG as a Neuroprotective Agent

 Abstract: The neuroprotective effect of epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) was investigated using an insecticide(rotenone)-induced Parkinson’s model in Drosophila. EGCG was shown to have a positive effect on the performance of the flies when challenged with lower concentrations of rotenone, as assessed using a climbing assay. However, higher concentrations of rotenone showed an increase in performance.