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Yeselth Ivette Angarita Peña, BMS (BS)

Education

University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida (2017-2018)

• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences (magna cum laude)

Valencia Community College, Orlando, Florida (2015-2017)

• Associate in Arts Degree in General Studies / Biology transfer plan

Central University of Venezuela (UCV), Caracas, Capital District, Venezuela (2012-2014)

• College of Pharmacy-Second year student in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Academic Memberships, Scholarships & Awards

• University of South Florida Don’t Stop, Don’t Drop Award (Summer & Fall 2018)

• Golden Key International Honour Society Membership/ Jack Kent Cooke National Scholarship Semifinalist Recipient/ University of South Florida Latin America-Caribbean (LAC) & International Transfer Student Scholarships (2017)

• Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) National Honors Society Membership/ Valencia Community College S.O.S. Valencia Foundation, Phi Theta Kappa’s Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion, and the Foreman Family Summer Scholars scholarships (2016)

Research Experience

Computational Biology Researcher Assistant at University of South Florida Department of Cell Biology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology (2018 –Current)

• “Designed a signaling pathway focused on dendritic cell development and regulation of genes required for antigen presentation”- Initial Manuscript in Process

o Predicted promoter DNA sequences and promoter binding sites for several genes of interest utilizing Ensembl, JASPAR, and the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)-Gene Databases

o Utilized UCSC Genome Browser and UniProt database to identify single nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) within the 5’ UTR region of the genes of interest and to predict and examine the DNA binding domains of target transcription factors

o Analyzing protein-protein interactions and protein-DNA interactions using Protein Data Bank

(PDB)

Undergraduate Research Assistant at USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute (2018)

• Examined brain tissue samples for adult and young mice utilizing perfusion, immunohistochemistry, and stereology to conduct analyses in mental health using genetic and epigenetic alterations in FK506-binding protein 5 (FKBP5) with Dr. Marangelie Criado-Marrero at Dr. Laura Blair’s lab.

Undergraduate Research Assistant at USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute (2017- 2018)

• At Dr. David Kang’s Lab and under Dr. Tian Liu, acquired experimental skills in:

o Culture of cell lines including NIH 3T3, HEK 293T, HT-22 and primary neurons and glia

o Protein quantification and purification

o Immunoprecipitation and Western Blot

o Mitochondrial isolation and protein-protein interaction procedures including PLA

o PCR, FACS analysis, DNA cloning and construction

o Animal manipulation to conduct experimental procedures including perfusion and spinal cord extraction

o Observed confocal and fluorescence microscopy as well as stereotaxic injections utilizing AAV9

Training & Certifications

Environmental Health & Safety Lab Certifications and Training at University of South Florida (2017-2018)

• Laboratory & research and biohazard safety trainings/ Biomedical and hazardous waste certifications and refreshers

CRLA’s International Tutor Training Program Certifications at University of South Florida Academic Success Center (2018)

• CRLA’s International Tutor Training Program Certification Level I and II/Organic chemistry tutor

Work Experience

Medical Assistant at the Plastic Surgery Center of Tampa (January 2019-Current)

• Organize surgery packets, consult sheets, and before and after photos for presentation

• Manage digital marketing for Jaime Perez, M.D., F.A.C.S., and Traci Temmen, M.D., as the clinic representative along with staff from Ceatus Media Group LLC company and Einstein Medical provider

• Conduct statistical and theoretical analyses for every surgery performed and to be performed in the clinic

Computational Biology Researcher Assistant at University of South Florida Department of Cell Biology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology (2018)

• Designed an independent research project to identify patterns and create algorithms for regulation of gene expression

• Continued project initiated as an undergraduate research volunteer but under payroll

Organic Chemistry Tutor at University of South Florida Academic Success Center (2018)

• “Apply Socratic method to promote dynamic learning”

o Actively provided feedback and used open-ended questions to foster intellectual curiosity

o Identified tutees’ mindset to establish a proper communication and conduct group sessions to explain specific fundamental concepts in organic chemistry

o Considered the role of cultural diversity for application of Bloom’s Taxonomy

Supplemental Student Leader in General Biology I and Organic Chemistry II Courses at Valencia Community College (2017)

• “Promote study, organization, and time management skills to succeed in sciences courses and academic settings”

o Coordinated with course professors to prepare study sessions, utilizing mobile technology to communicate efficiently with students

o Identified and improved upon academic weaknesses and strengths of tutees when applying fundamental concepts in general biology and organic chemistry

Ambassador of the Answer Center at Valencia Community College (2016-2017)

• “Assure a synchrony between different academic departments, faculty, and current and prospective students”

o Coordinate and effectively managed the secretarial work of the Answer Center, acting as liaison between students and Answer Center staff

o Monitored students’ status via electronic information systems

o Coordinated with parents and prospective students to discuss the processes of enrollment, financial aid, employment opportunities, and transfers

Volunteering Experience

Community Volunteer at Give Kids the World Village (2017)

• Organized and engaged in role-playing activities, creating priceless memories for children with life-threatening illnesses

Community Volunteer and Physician Observer in the Surgical Care Unit at Health Central Hospital (2016)

• Interacted with patients directly, answering phone calls, organizing medication refill requests in the patient’s respective charts, and systematically assessing patient diets according to facility guidelines

• Learned to identify signs of urinary tract infections, diabetes, drug overdose, situs inversus, and infection of serous membranes

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