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EXPERIENCE
University of South Wales | June 2019/20
University of South Wales | 2018-present
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT MENTOR
Microbiology departmentStrain typing and disk diffusion testing for antibioticresistance in water samples from across Wales
Genetics departmentInvestigating antibiotic resistance in E.coli samples, andsubsequent effect of gene cassettes on antibioticsresistance - Detection of MotA gene using qPCR
2019
2018
Acted as a student mentor for new student sat USW,helping to relay information from student to faculty, andaddress any issues raised
EDUCATION
BSc Human Biology (Hons) | 2017-2020UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Achieved a firstResearch ProjectHuman Variation and Forensic AnthropologyGlobal Challenges in Infectious DiseaseClinical Biochemistry and PharmacologyClinical and Molecular Immunology
Achieved a 2:1Applied PhysiologyCellular Pathology and Disease ProcessesHuman Form and FunctionHuman Molecular GeneticsMedical MicrobiologyMetabolism and Biochemistry
Achieved a 1stBiological ChemistryBiomedical Research SkillsGenetics and EvolutionHuman Anatomy and PhysiologyHuman Growth and DevelopmentMicroorganisms and the Dynamic Cell
3rd year BSc
2nd year BSc
1st year BSc
EdwardSaunders,
BSc (Hons)STUDENT
AWARDS ANDACHIEVEMENTS
Course Representative Platinumcertificate (2019 & 2020)
Award of outstanding achievementin 1st year Human Biology
Oracle iLearning Java foundationscertificate
National Citizens service (NCS)
REFERENCES
[email protected](01443) 4 82933
[email protected](01443) 4 82819
[email protected](01443) 4 82106
[email protected](01443) 4 82468
Tracie McKinney, BA, MA, PhD, SFHEA
Darren Johnson, BSc (Hons), MRes, PhD,MRSB
Lewis Fall, BSc (Hons), PhD
Jeroen Nieuwland, MSc, PhD
CONTACT ME AT:
Email: [email protected]: +447956302963
Website: www.edwardsaunderscv.com
BIOGRAPHY
Edward Saunders is a 21 year old Human Biology student investigating the effects of cannabinoids ondopamine-associated cytotoxicity commonly associated with Parkinson’s Disease, and opioid use. His researchaims to provide an insight into the neuroprotective effects of cannabinoids such as anandamide (AEA). Thisresearch quantifies the neuroprotective effects by comparing Tyrosine Hydroxylase (TyH) gene expressionbetween planarian flatworm samples in 3 drug conditions; Methamphetamine (0.03uM, 0.06uM), AEA (2.5uM,5uM), and combination (0.03uM MA + 5uM AEA, 0.06uM + 5uM AEA).
Edward’s extracurricular activities include participation in the USW climbing and bouldering club, USW Gymbootcamp, metafit, and spin classes, as well as recent ventures in Brazillian jiu jitsu. Edward is also a part of alocal clean-up initiative focused on litter picking in the community, and a dedication to reducing environmentalimpact wherever possible.
TESTIMONIALS
“Edward demonstrates all of the qualities I hope for in a course rep. He considers all of his classmates' positionsequally and diligently reports them to the course team or SSCLG meetings. He responds to queries quickly andhonestly, and is a fantastic liaison between the staff and students. Edward remains dedicated to his courseeven when he is going through difficult stages of his own studies, and for this he deserves recognition. Hiscommitment to improving mental health in the university; alongside spearheading the campaign to improvebudgets for student services. He has continued to work extremely hard to improve the students experience.Edward, I take my hat off to you sir.”
SKILLS
Safe working in microbiology labsSafe working in general labs
Working with othersCollecting results in the labFollowing experimental protocols
Use of general lab instrumentationUse of specialist instrumentation
Preparation and analysis of slidesAnalysis of prepared slides
Preparation of microbiological culturesSafe handling of pathogens
Preparation of solutions of different molarities/concentrationsPreparation of sterile solutions
Safe handling of animal tissues (whole organisms)Dissection technique and recording
Experimental designCollection of experimental data
Safe laboratory practice
Understanding laboratory procedures
Using Lab Equipment
Microscopy
Aseptic Technique
Preparation of solutions
Animal tissue dissection
Data collection and analysis
Project proposal and hypothesisAppropriate health and safety requirementsEthical approvalCommunication of experimental results
DNA databases for sequence analysisUse of database for project design(e.g.primer sequences)
Spread platingStreak platingAspetic techniqueDisk diffusion testingqPCR and PCR
Project design
DNA databases for sequence analysis
Experimental Techniques
A-LEVELS
Biology (AS/A2)Chemistry (AS/A2)Computing (AS/A2)Psychology (AS)
Reigate College (A-Levels)
