Denitsa Hristova
Wayne, PA 19087
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Education
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor/Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering,
Anticipated Graduation - March, 2011
Concentration: Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials, Minor:
Chemistry
Cumulative GPA: 3.92
Academic Research Experience
Biochemistry Department, Drexel University College of Medicine,
Philadelphia, PA
Master Thesis: Enhancement of HIV-1 Entry Inhibition by
Multivalent PLGA Nanoparticles
. Prepared protocols and conducted synthesis of polymeric
nanoparticles by different methods
. Performed bioconjugate techniques for modification and
conjugation of peptides
. Conducted viral assays with mammalian cell cultures
. Gained experience with ELISA, Western Blotting
. Collaborated with teams on writing grant proposals
Work Experience
Eugenio Medea Scientific Institute, Bosisio Parini, Italy
Research Assistant, October 2008 - March 2009
. Designed and conducted NIRS research studies on pathological
patients
. Participated in the collection and processing of data from
studies
. Wrote and reviewed research studies on fNIRS and Gate Analysis
. Worked extensively with Matlab
Noramco, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Affiliate, Wilmington, DE
Laboratory Technician, October 2007 - March 2008
. Participated in planning, execution and reporting of
production support and research projects
. Involved in synthetic organic chemistry work and analytical
chemistry work
. Took part in routine production support as well as analytical
method development and validation
. Became familiar with the general pharmaceutical manufacturing,
organizational techniques and job safety analysis
Alcoa Flexible Packaging, Downingtown, PA
Assistant to the Environmental Health and Safety Manager,
September 2006 - March 2007
. Assisted with daily tasks, computer support and data entry
. Conducted meetings and environmental samplings
. Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies
. Interacted with employees
Honors and Activities
. Certificate in Engineering Management, Drexel University, 2010
. Math Mentor/Tutor, January 2010 - June 2010
. Member, Pennoni Honors College, Drexel University, 2006 -
Present
. Dean's List, 2005 - Present
. Drexel University's Dean's Scholarship, 2005 - Present
Relevant Coursework
Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Human Physiology I, II
Calculus I, II, III
Multivariate Calculus
Linear Algebra
Differential Equations
Probability and Statistics
Organic Chemistry I, II
Quantitative Chemical Analysis
Inorganic Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry I,II
Physics I, II, III
Electric Circuits
Materials
Statics
Mechanics of Materials
Thermodynamics
Evaluation and Presentation of Exp. Data
Engineering Principles of Living Systems I,II
Transport Phenomena in Living Systems
Biomaterials I, II
Tissue Engineering I, II
Biocomputational Languages
Computational Bioengineering
Biosimulation I,II
Engineering Management
Economics for Engineering Management
Financial Management
Communications
Skills
. Computer: Windows, Mac, Microsoft Office Suite, Matlab, Maple,
Labview, AutoCAD
. Languages: English, Bulgarian, intermediate French