OBJECTIVE
To obtain a Materials Engineering position where I can utilize my engineering skills and experience to aid in developing new materials and processes.
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Biotechnology, August 2010-May 2012
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
GPA: 3.45
Bachelor of Science in Materials Science & Engineering, May 2010
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Specialization: Biomaterials
GPA: 3.2
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate Lab Assistant, Dr. Brian S. Sorg’s Lab, June 2009-Present
Developed a protocol to encapsulate drugs with erythrocytes through hypotonic preswelling of erythrocytes
Analyzed percent encapsulation of test dyes using flow cytometry
Became familiar with culturing cells and mice surgeries
Undergraduate Lab Assistant, Dr. Juan C. Nino’s Lab, May 2008-January 2009
Enhanced adhesion and tissue growth between biological implant and bone
Developed a project testing the growth of hydroxyapatite on heat/UV treated surfaces of TiO2
RELEVANT PROJECTS
Senior Capstone Course, Materials Selection & Failure Analysis, January 2010-May 2010
Developed a new material for the NASA Grumman conical wheel
Placed 3rd in the 2010 ASM Undergraduate Design Competition
Design Project, Joint Class Project (Polymers & Ceramics), January 2009-May 2009
Developed a design for the Thermug, a battery powered coffee mug to keep coffee hot
Prepared an oral and written report on the materials and processing require...
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