Brittany L. Box, M.F.S.

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Winterville, NC 28590

EDUCATION

Spring 2006 - Fall 2007 The George Washington University

Washington D.C.

M.F.S. with a concentration in Forensic Molecular Biology

? Classes taken include: Forensic Molecular Biology, DNA Profiling,

Forensic Biology, Trace Evidence Analysis, Homicide, Population Genetics,

Criminal Law & Procedures, Criminal Law (Moot Court), Forensic Pathology &

Terrorism.

Fall 2002 - 2005 Baylor University

Waco, TX

BS Forensic science with Minors in Chemistry and Biology

? GPA - 3.6/major 3.8

Class

Rank: Top 10%

? Awards: Received Presidents scholarship, Golden Key International Honor

Society, Dean's List.

? Activities: Baylor Crew/Rowing Club, volunteer work with Mission Waco and

the McLennan ARC, Baylor Forensic Society, Baylor Forensic Team

? Classes taken include: Biology I and II, Chemistry I and II, Organic

Chemistry I and II, Genetics, Molecular Genetics, Behavioral Genetics,

Biochemistry, Forensic Anthropology, & Forensic Osteology.

Work experience

July 2013 - April 2014 Center For Advanced Forensic DNA Analysis

Greenville, NC

CAFDA: DNA Analyst

? Perform validation of lab protocols, policies and procedures.

? Wrote standard operation procedures and validation reports.

? Performs serological testing and microscopic techniques to identify the

biological nature of the questioned evidence stains.

? Conducts various extraction procedures which include Organic extraction

method, Lithium Chloride extraction method and Differential extraction

methods.

? Validation work with Single Nucleotide Polymorphism use for forensic use.

Design and implement research projects necessary for validation.

? Performs sterile collection techniques to ensure proper preservation of

biological material to minimize the possibility of sample contamination.

March 2008 - March 2012 American Registry of Pathology

Rockville, MD

Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory: DNA Analyst

? Perform extraction, amplification, purification, sequencing of mtDNA and

typing of nuDNA as a part of the mitochondrial section.

? Analysis and interpretation of DNA typing results to determine the

statistical relevancy of DNA profile matches.

? Prepare and present formal written reports for casework.

? Presentation: "The difference between the use of acetylated BSA and non-

acetylated BSA when processing casework, concentrating on its increase DNA

yield when sample has inhibition of Hematin and Humic Acid." AAFS, Seattle,

WA, February, 2010

February 2007 - March 2008 American Registry of Pathology

Rockville, MD Armed

Forces DNA Identification Laboratory: DNA Analyst Assistant

? Analysis of mitochondrial DNA, including amplification, purification and

sequencing steps.

? Performed primary and secondary reviews of mtDNA sequences. Also trained

in maintenance on 3130 and 3730 genetic analyzers.

? Research project: Analysis of Null Alleles in a mtDNA SNP Multiplex

Assay.

October 2006 - December 2007 Collaborative Testing Services

Sterling, VA

Forensic Analyst Intern

? Manufactured forensic proficiency tests including: Forensic Biology,

Drug Analysis, Tool marks Examination, Latent Prints Examination,

Handwriting, Fibers Analysis, Paint Analysis, and Glass Analysis.

? Performed the data analysis of completed tests and put into report for

website and distribution.

International experience

March 2012 - current Independent Travel

? Expanded economic and cultural views with 13 months of travel to India,

Nepal, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South America.

? Extensive international travel background, learned negotiation skills and

comfortability working with and in different cultures.

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