Dedicated professional student with a track record of meeting objectives through consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to enhance organizational reach.
Under the mentorship of Michael Lemke, I investigated the potential regulation of MAST2 by MTORC1 through a specific conserved amino acid sequence. This experience enhanced my research skills and deepened my understanding of Microtubule Associated Proteins (MAPs) and their role in cellular processes.
• Honors Certificate Benefit (University of Puerto Rico) granted to 4% of students with an academic index higher than the cohort of all regular students. Current
• Scholarship from the Gonzalo Aponte Fund of the Puerto Rico Community Foundation, July 25, 2022
• Rosa E. Axtmayer Scholarship, May 18, 2022
• Scholarship from Unrestricted Endowment Fund of the University of Puerto Rico, March 31, 2022
• "Honor Merit" Scholarship, 8 times (2 by year), from 2018-22
• Undergraduate Scholarship from the General Endowment Fund of the University of Puerto Rico, July 2021
• Scholarship from the Club Caborrojeño Inc Charitable Board, September 2021
• List of the Dean of the University of Puerto Rico, 2019-2020
Internship Luis A. Ferré | San Juan, PR | 2022
● Leadership development in the executive branch of state government and education on the policymaking strategies of Puerto Rico's legislature
Internship Conchita Igartúa de Suárez | Aguadilla, PR | 2022
● Accomplishments in the realms of social work, economic development, and academic leadership
Student Leadership Institute | Associate Member
● Beach cleanups
● Integration with disadvantaged communities
● Visit nursing homes
Dr. Thurl E. Harris
Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies,
Pharmacology University of Virginia
Dr. Harris specializes in the molecular mechanisms controlling insulin signaling and fat synthesis. His research spans across multiple disciplines, including Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Translational Science.
Email: teh3c@virginia.edu
Telephone: 434-924-1584
Website: https://pharm.virginia.edu/harris/
Michael Lemke
Mentor
Ph.D. Candidate
Department of Pharmacology
University of Virginia
School of Medicine
Email: mcl4ph@virginia.edu
Michael Lemke's research under Thurl Harris focuses on Kinase Enzymology and Microtubule Associated Proteins (MAPs). He is also a dedicated mentor, known for his ability to simplify complex concepts.
Christopher Ayala-Griffin
Mentor
Ph.D. Student
Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology
University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus,
School of Medicine
Cel. (787) 685-5611
christopher.ayala@upr.edu
Carolina Maldonado-Diaz, Ph.D.
Mentor
4th year medical student
University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus,
School of Medicine
carolina.maldonado@upr.edu
Joseline Serrano, MSc
Mentor
Ph.D. Candidate Biochemistry
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Cel. (787) 515-5466
joseline.serrano@upr.edu
Robert Mayer-Arzuaga, Ph.D.
Research professor
(787) 890-2681
Ext: 2295
robert.mayer@upr.edu