Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Mounted rat brain tissue samples for histological analysis, ensuring proper preservation and sectioning techniques for optimal staining and microscopic visualization Preformed immunohistochemistry (IHC) experiments by using specific antibodies to label cellular structures and proteins in rat brain tissue, contributing to the identification of target biomarkers Conducted extensive video analysis by reviewing and annotating hundreds of hours of rodent behavioral footage to identify seizure activity, improving the accuracy of experimental data collection
Maintained Drosophila melanogaster cultures for research, ensuring proper environmental conditions, nutrition, and breeding for experimental consistency Prepared and standardized chemical solutions, solvents, and buffers necessary for experimental protocols, adhering to precise measurements and safety protocols Participated in weekly research meetings, presenting updates on experimental progress, troubleshooting issues, and discussing findings with the research team to contribute to project development