Adam Livingston
Biotechnology at Northeastern University
United States
Get Remote-Ready with the Anywherepro Assessment
Increase your chances of landing your dream hybrid or remote job today!
Earn your badgeExperience
Wayne State University Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics
Summer Undergraduate Research Intern
June 2023 - August 2023
- Investigated gene expression differences related to mitochondrial function in cell cultlure models, focuing on the effects of overexpressing a pseudogene to address pathologies in MELAS syngrome and certain ovarian cancers, contribyuting to potentail novel gene thetapires and enhancing undersanding of disease mechanisms
- Enhanced research presentation skills through active participation in journal clubs and delivered a culminating research presentation at a CMMG-hosted forum in Wayne State's School of Medicine, significantly improving communication skills
- Delivered a final research presentation at the CMMG and actively contributed to ongoing research discussions and critiques, significantly improving scientific analytical skills, presentations skills, and fostering a collaborative research environment.
Miami University
Undergraduate Research Assistant
November 2021 - May 2024
Led a comprehensive investigation of Lyme disease inheritability in White-footed Deer Mice
Secured $5,000 in grant funding
Presented research findings at Miami University’s Undergraduate Research Forum
Trained 5 undergraduates in critical laboratory procedures
Miami University College of Arts and Science
Undergraduate Research Assistant
September 2021 - May 2024
- Led a com Led a comprehensive investigation of Lyme disease inheritability in White-footed Deer
Mice, focusing on Northern Michigan populations, resulting in key insights that informed regional disease control strategies. - Secured $5,000 in grant funding to further support research in Lyme disease infection inheritability in reservoir hosts, allowing new spin-off projects to be developed
- Presented research findings at Miami University's Undergradute resaerch Forum adn was further selcted to showcase the work at the UNiversity Alumni Association's Student Showcase conference, enhancing visibilty and engagement with key academic satakeholders
- Trained 5 undergraduates in critical laboratory procedures, significantly enhancing project leadership capabilities and increasing lab productivity and morale
Education
Biotechnology
Northeastern University
Graduating in 2026
Certificates & Badges
No certificates or badges added
Projects
Investigating Inheritance of Borrelia Infection Susceptibility: A Study of White-footed Deer Mice in Michigan's Lower Peninsula
•https://drive.google.com/file/d/18bB_qgnMTfqM-iphDDmDdWkfRsQdMrhc/view?usp=sharingStudent Investigator
The study examines the genetic and demographic factors influencing the susceptibility of white-footed mice (Peromyscus leucopus) to Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease. We focused on populations in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, particularly in Benzie and Manistee Counties, where the transition zone between the presence and absence of Lyme Disease has been demonstrated.
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Beginner
Skills
Python
RStudio
Western blotting
DNA Extraction
Cell and Tissue Culture
RNA Extraction
Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)
Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
SDS-PAGE
Mammalian Cell Culture