Laurenee A. London

*** **** ***** **** *******, Georgia 30094

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CAREER OBJECTIVE

To further my career as a Research Scientist in an interdisciplinary

environment where I can utilize my background in analysis, synthesis,

characterization, and applications of Organic/Polymer Chemistry,

contributing to intellectual development and seeking to ensure excellence

and innovation.

SUMMARY

I am an accomplished professional in Organic and Polymer Chemistry with

over four years of experience in laboratory safety, management, and

inventory. Currently I am engaged in planning and executing various

research projects in a timely manner. My major strengths include excellent

communication and interpersonal skills; problem-solving; teambuilding;

attention to detail; analytical and organizational skills. I am highly

motivated, innovative, and I strive in a team environment in order to

contribute to the success of the organizations I work with.

HIGHLIGHTS

- Well versed and adaptive in approaches to Organic Synthesis, including

purification techniques and characterization tools (Nuclear Magnetic

Resonance, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, Ultraviolet

Visible Spectroscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy, Mass Spectrometry, Thin

Layer Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, High Performance and Liquid

Chromatography, Column Chromatography, recrystallizations, and

distillations) and possess skills in analytical, physical, and

chemical characterization and determination of mechanical properties

of organic materials and composites.

- Experienced setting up and maintaining a laboratory and chemical

inventory.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Proficient in multi-step organic synthesis and green chemistry

techniques.

- Experienced in student and staff training and task management.

- Performed and maintained stability testing and charts for latent

commercial products.

- Prepared and presented presentations and reports on data received from

testing.

- Instructed scientists on operating different equipment.

- Wrote procedures on proper test methods and standards.

- Skilled in the use of MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook,

Publisher, Matlab, ChemNotebook and ChemDraw.

EDUCATION

Ph.D. Chemistry

Awarded: May 2014

Clark Atlanta University, Georgia

Academic Advisor: Xiu-Ren Bu, PhD

Title of Dissertation Research: The Development of New

Heterocyclic Aromatic Compounds and Nanocomposite Materials for the

Detection of Explosives and other Applications

Title of Dissertation Proposal: The Funtionalization of 4-BisAcid

Thiosemicarbazone Inside and on the Walls of Single-walled Carbon

Nanotubes to be used as a Drug Delivery System to Induce Apoptosis in

Prostate Cancer Cells

B.S. Biology, Clark Atlanta University, Atlanta, Georgia

Awarded: May 2008

Title of Biological Study: Activation of androgen regulated prostate

specific RNA gene by cholesterol

EDUCATION WORKSHOPS AND SHORT COURSES

Fundamentals of Explosives Workshop, Rhode Island

May 1-3, 2012

Short course on chemical and physical principles including blast effects of

Home Made Explosives

- Examined the chemistry of explosives, the physics of detonation waves

and their initiation, and the issues involved in safe handling and

characterization

- Addressed terrorist bombings, gathering, analysis and interpretation

of evidence, improvised explosives, and explosive detection

National Security Analysis and Intelligence Summer Seminar, District of

Columbia July 10-22, 2011

Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced Internal Studies, John Hopkins University

in Washington D.C.

- Explored the context of U.S. national security affairs with regional

and senior officials

- Investigated methodologies, and substantive topics via lectures,

panels, case studies, and simulations

EXPERIENCE

Clark Atlanta University, Georgia

May 2008 to May 2014

CFNM / Title III Graduate Research Assistant

Experienced in organic synthesis/organic reaction, characterization,

separation, purification and photochemistry/fluorescence techniques.

- Surface modification of carbon nanotubes for the enhancement of

solubility for practical applications and the development of new

nanocomposite

- Identified decomposition products of peroxide based explosives

- Evaluated organic compounds as fluorophores for molecular imaging,

sensing, and detection

- Discovery of DMF sensor

- Developed new imidazole-based molecular sensors

- Developed a new series of semithiocarbazones and heterocycles as

antitumor compounds

- Prepared a new series of weakly fluorescence compounds

- Developed chemical sensors for the detection of trinitrotoluene for

humanitarian demining

- Designed synthetic polymer systems in the solid state i.e. fibers

- Functionalized polymers to a range of proteins for potential use as a

biosensor

- Analyzed the results of elemental analysis and X-ray crystallography

- Mentor and guided new group members through laboratory orientation

(i.e. supervising with reactions and other practices, training on

various instruments, etc.)

- Managed laboratories (i.e. maintained the upkeep of laboratory, and

acted as the account manager for most group transactions (i.e.

invoices, purchase orders, and balances)

Clark Atlanta University, Georgia

January 2014 to May 2014

CFNM / Title III Graduate Research Assistant

- Investigated the antiproliferative activity of imidazole based

ligands impregnated with metals zinc and lead in PC3 prostate cancer

cell and HeLa ovarian cancer cell lines using fluorescence microscopy

techniques.

- Explored the antiproliferative activity of carbazone based compounds

in PC3 prostate cancer cell line using various proliferation assays

such as MTT assay, sulforodamine B assay and cell counting assay.

Clark Atlanta University Waste Management, Georgia

May 2009 to August 2012

Waste Management Assistant

- Utilized OSHA and EPA standards to maintain the safety of the

laboratory

- Supervised, audit, and train laboratory personnel in chemical hygiene

protocols and responses

- Managed and maintain Hazardous Waste files and annual reports

Department of Homeland Security Summer Fellowship, Rhode Island June

2010 to August 2010

Graduate Research Assistant

- Implemented the use of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance to assist in the

detection of signature chemicals from thermally-decomposed

Hexamethylene Triperoxide Diamine Explosives

- Utilized a three in one system that consists of Thermal Gravimetric

Analysis, Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy, and Mass

Spectroscopy to monitor and analyze decomposition process of

Hexamethylene Triperoxide Diamine in real time including headspace Gas

Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy

Center for Functional Nanoscale Materials, Georgia

May 2008 to December 2008

Graduate Research Assistant

- Synthesized Metal Organic Frameworks by Hydrothermal and Solvothermal

methods

- Processing of functional materials and polymers in preparation of

efficient materials that produce stable devices

Clark Atlanta University, Georgia

May 2007 to May 2008

Undergraduate Research Assistant

- Conducted laboratory investigations to better define and understand

the development of cancer due to the proliferation of tumor induced

cells

National Organization for the Advancement of Black Chemist and Chemical

Engineers, Georgia CAU Chapter President

May 2011 to May

2012

- Supplemental Instructor of Chemistry to Booker T. Washington High

School

- Organized Chemistry Department Seminar(s); Invitees: Noble Laureate,

Sir Harold Kroto, DEA Laboratory Director, Mr. Darrell Davis and

Professor of Chemistry, Dr. Hongtao Yu

- Strived to increase minority participation through diverse programs

and opportunities

PRESENTATIONS AND POSTERS

- London, Laurenee A. "Modification of Carbon Nanotubes with

Organic/Polymeric Molecules for Potential Applications in

Photovoltaics and Field-Effect Transistors" NSF Advisory Board

Meeting, Clark Atlanta University, Department of Chemistry, Atlanta,

GA, United States, March 26, 2012.

- London, Laurenee A. "Modification of Carbon Nanotubes with

Organic/Polymeric Molecules for Potential Applications in

Photovoltaics and Field-Effect Transistors" U.S. Airforce Meeting,

Clark Atlanta University, Department of Chemistry, Atlanta, GA, United

States, February 29, 2012.

- London, Laurenee A. "The Funtionalization of 4-BisAcid

Thiosemicarbazone Inside and on the Walls of Single-walled Carbon

Nanotubes to be Used as a Drug Delivery System to Induce Apoptosis in

Prostate Cancer Cells." Ph.D. Proposal Defense, Clark Atlanta

University, Department of Chemistry, Atlanta, GA, United States,

December 9, 2011.

- London, Laurenee A.; Ke Feng; Bu, Xiu R. "Preparation of Organic

Molecules with Planar Geometry for the Modification of Carbon

Nanotubes" Abstracts, NOBCChE South East and South West Conference,

Auburn, AL, United States, November 11-12, 2011.

- London, Laurenee A.; Ke Feng; Bu, Xiu R. "Preparation of Organic

Molecules with Planar Geometry for the Modification of Carbon

Nanotubes" Abstracts, NANO-DDS Conference, Brooklyn, NY, United

States, August 28-September 2, 2011.

- London, Laurenee A.; Jack, Nachelle; Bu, Xiu R. "The Effect of 4'-Bis-

Thiosemicarbazide, a New Ribonucleotide Reductase Inhibitor, on

Prostate Cancer Cell Proliferation" Abstracts, Clark Atlanta

University Prostate Cancer Symposium CCRTD, Atlanta, GA, United

States, May 23-24, 2011.

- London, Laurenee A; Bu, Xiu R.; Dr's Oxley and Smith; "Investigation

of Thermal Decomposition of HMTD Explosives" Abstracts, NOBCChE 38th

Annual Conference, Houston, TX, United States, April 19, 2011.

- London, Laurenee A; Bu, Xiu R.; Dr's Oxley and Smith; "Investigation

of Thermal Decomposition of HMTD Explosives" Abstracts, Clark

Atlanta University, Department of Chemistry Seminar, Atlanta, GA,

United States, October 12, 2010.

- London, Laurenee A.; Jack, Nachelle; Bu, Xiu R. "Development of

Anticancer Drug that Overcomes Multidrug Resistance" Abstracts,

Clark Atlanta University Prostate Cancer Symposium CCRTD, Atlanta, GA,

United States, April 16-21, 2010.

- Ifere, G.O., Cain, K., Muhammed, N., London, L., Kersh, A., Diala, N.

and Ananaba, G.A. 2008. Cholesterol activates the expression of

androgen-regulated prostate-specific non-coding RNA gene PCGEM1.

Georgia/Florida Academy of Science, Jackson FL. Georgia J. Sci. 66: 30-

31.

- Abimbola, O., Ifere, G., London, L., Nwankwo, L., Khan, I., Eko, F.,

Igietseme, J. and Ananaba, G. 2009. Synthesis of ?-cyclodextrin-PEG-

folic acid bioconjugate for delivery of antitumor phytosterols.

Georgia Academy of Science, Atlanta, GA. Georgia J. Sci. 67: 34.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND AFFILIATIONS

NSF/NOBCChE Traveling Scholar

September 2013 Alpha Epsilon Lambda

Honors Society

April 2012

Beta Kappa Chi (BKX) Scientific Honors Society

March 2012

Center for Functional Nanoscale Materials Scholar

August 2011

Department of Homeland Security Graduate Research Scholar

August 2010 Clark Atlanta University Deans

List Recipient

August 2009

Center for Functional

Nanoscale Materials Scholar December

2008

Clark Atlanta University Honor Roll

May 2008 HBCU-UP STEM

Scholar

May 2008

Clark Atlanta University Deans List Recipient

May 2007

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