Asha Pittman

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Hampton VA 23666

678-***-****

ru49rj@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

December 2011

B.S. in Biology, Minor Chemistry GPA- 3.21

Georgia State University- Atlanta, GA

H.O.P.E (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally) Scholarship Recipient 2006-2010

High School Info

Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School

2520 East County Line Rd

Lithia Springs, GA 30122

GPA-3.5

Relevant Courses:

Microbiology

Genetics

Molecular Cell Biology

Developmental Biology

Immunology

Parasitology

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

2010 Ben Massell Dental Clinic, Internship. Atlanta, GA

Assisted in various dental procedures including cleanings, root canals, tooth extractions, impressions and sealents.

Gained knowledge in sterilization and infection prevention techniques

2011 Theme-Based Laboratory- Medicinal Plants, Internship. Atlanta, GA

Tested individually chosen plants for antimicrobial properties against microorganisms in a supervised laboratory setting.

Gained knowledge in various laboratory techniques including extraction, disk diffusion assay, and chromatography.

2009 DentFirst Smyrna -Theresa Beth Conway, D.D.S. , Smyrna, GA

Observed procedures including evaluation and charting of periodontium.

Observed quadrant scaling and root planning.

2008 Summer Medical and Dental Education Program Columbia University New York, NY

Gained experience and hands on knowledge of dental procedures, and received supplemental instruction in various science courses.

LABORATORY SKILLS

Microscopy Liquid Chromatography

Mass Spectrophotometer Ion Exchange Chromatography

UV Visible Cell culture

IR Spectrometer Tissue culture

Compound preparation

WORK EXPERIENCE

2004/2005 Miller and Gaines PC- Assist with administrative duties to include filing, answer phones, greet clients at law office weekends and school breaks

2006 American Eagle Inc- Arrange and maintain displays, assist customer, ensure projected sales goals are accomplished, assist manager in all aspects of daily operation

RESEARCH INTERESTS

I am most motivated to pursue research on effects of children in low income areas without proper dental care and nutrition. How does the lack of dental hygiene affect their health as adults in other areas as a result of little or no care during their adolescence?

ACADEMIC SERVICE

January 2009-August 2011 AUDA-Georgia State Chapter- Student dental organization

August 2006- December 2008 Science Med Club

COMMUNITY SERVICE

2012 Atlanta Food Bank

2011 Ben Massell Dental Clinic

2009/2010 Volunteer, Nicholas House

2006/2007 Tutor, Boys and Girls Club

2007/2008 Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity

2009/2010 Hands on Atlanta

2005/2006 Volunteer, WellStar Douglas Hospital

HONORS/AWARDS

2007/2008 Alpha Kappa Mu honor society recipient, 3.5+ average

2006 Douglas County Board Scholar

2006 HOSA State Leadership Conference Award/Georgia Dept of Ed

2005 HOSA State Leadership Conference Award/Georgia Dept of Ed

2004 Douglas County Science Fair 3rd Place Award

2003 Presidents Award for Educational Excellence, G.W. Bush

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)

American Undergraduate Dental Association (AUDA)

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