Cameron G Copeland

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Education

PhD. Biological Engineering, Utah State University, UT Oct. 2015

Dissertation Topic: Development of a Process for the Spinning of Synthetic Spider Silk Fibers

B.S. Biological Engineering, Utah State University, UT May 2010

Research Experience

PhD Student Researcher 2011-Present

Lewis Spider Silk Lab, Utah State University, Logan, UT

Designed and tested a process for spinning synthetic spider silk/

Presented my process to television crews, business investors, lawyers, high school outreach programs, and funding agencies

Wrote a patent, multiple publications, posters and presentations

Mentored six undergraduate researcher students

Graduate Student Researcher 2010-2011

Sustainable Waste-to-Bioproducts Engineering Center, Logan, UT

Conducted research on algal growth in the presence of pharmaceuticals

Performed water treatment studies at the Logan City Lagoon wastewater facility

Professional Skills and Knowledge

Computing: Proficient at Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator with experience in Matlab, operating Labview, and Fit2d

Bioengineering research skills including: Data analysis, process design and testing, cell culture, spectrometry, fermentation, and safety training

Languages: Fluent in Portuguese

Prepared and presented various presentations

Completion of the Grant Writers’ Seminars and Workshops Proposal Writing workshop

Technical writing skills: wrote a patent as well as several publications with collaborators

Publications

Cameron G Copeland, Brianne Bell, Chad Christensen, and Randolph V Lewis. “Development of a Process for the Spinning of Synthetic Silk.” ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering (June 2015).

Ibrahim Hassounah, Ethan Abbott, Dan Gil, Cameron Copeland, Thomas Harris, Sujatha Sampath, Justin Jones, Jeff Yarger, Randy Lewis. ”Enhancing the Mechanical Properties of Nylon 66 Electrospun Yarns by Annealing and Addition of Spider Silk Proteins.” (In progress, expected submission date Dec2015).

Cameron G Copeland, Brianne Bell, Chad Christensen and Randolph V Lewis. “Exploring the Ratio of MaSp1 and MaSp2 in Synthetic Spider Silk Fibers.” (In progress, expected submission date Dec2015).

Changhu Xing, Troy Munro, Colby Jensen, Benjamin White, Heng Ban, Cameron G Copeland, and Randolph V Lewis. 2014. “Thermophysical Property Measurement of Electrically Nonconductive Fibers by the Electrothermal Technique.” Measurement Science and Technology (Nov 2014).

Changhu Xing, Troy Munro, Benjamin White, Heng Ban, Cameron G Copeland, and Randolph V Lewis. “Thermophysical Properties of the Dragline Silk of Nephila Clavipes Spider.” Polymer (Aug 2014).

Tucker, Chauncey, Justin A Jones, Heidi N Bringhurst, Cameron G Copeland, John Bennett Addison, Warner S. Weber, and Jeffery L Yarger. “Mechanical and Physical Properties of Recombinant Spider Silk Films Using Organic and Aqueous Solvents.” Biomacromolecules (July 2014).

Posters, Presentations, Awards, and Certificates

Poster – “Producing Spider Silk Fibers” Rocky Mountain Bioengineering Symposium, 2015

Best Oral Presentation, Intermountain Graduate Research Symposium, 2013

Outstanding Poster Abstract Award, Intermountain Graduate Research Symposium, 2012

Graduate Mentor for 2012 Utah State iGEM team, Winner of best Bio-product Worlds Division

Hands-on Training on Microbial Fermentation, Center for Integrated Biosystems, 2011

Leadership and Volunteer Experience

Training Manager 2007-2010

Utah State IT Computer Labs, Logan, UT

Designed and conducted a training program on customer service and technical skills for 15-20 new employees per year along with advanced technical training for current employees. Provided IT support to labs and personnel.

Biology, Chemistry and Math Tutor 2007-2010

Utah State University Library, Logan, UT/b

Tutored students on various topics and methods

Portuguese-speaking Volunteer 2004-2006

Religious Non-Profit, Brazil

Served in the states of Tocantins, Mato Grosso and the Federal District. Helped to rebuild homes, teach, and provide support to Brazilian citizens.

Willing to Relocate – Available Now

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