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Ella Herring

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Diligent, professional, and kind recent microbiology graduate with a keen interest in bacteriology, anti-microbial resistance, and science communication. Adept at establishing and maintaining cultures of fastidious and non-fastidious microbes and assessing their concentration and viability via PCR and various assays. Works well in a team to ensure the maintenance of a clean and organised laboratory environment and timely completion of laboratory tasks. Is committed to engaging in scientific discussions with stakeholders and the public to positively impact the public perception of scientific research.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Training Committee Member

University of Queensland Centre for Clinical Research
Brisbane , QLD
04.2024 - Current
  • Attended meetings and discussed student engagement and recruitment with other committee members.
  • Updated UQCCR website by adding new student testimonies.

Future Students Ambassador

The University of Queensland
Brisbane , QLD
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Attended various high schools and large expo venues, on behalf of the University of Queensland.
  • Gave information regarding potential study, accommodation, financial, and support options available at UQ to potential future students and other stakeholders.
  • Greeted guests at the university during events and performed campus tours.

Tutor

All Access Education
Brisbane , QLD
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions on mathematics, science, English, and chemistry with students from year levels 7 to 12.
  • Monitored student performance on assessments throughout the year.
  • Adapted instruction methods based on individual learning styles.

Education

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) - Microbiology

The University of Queensland
Saint Lucia, QLD
12-2024

Skills

  • Bacterial culture and aseptic technique
  • Mammalian cell culture
  • PCR and qPCR
  • SDS-PAGE
  • Luminescence- and fluorescence-based assays
  • Flow Cytometry
  • Data Analysis
  • Community engagement

Accomplishments

  • Microbiology Prize (School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences Student Awards, 2024):
  • Awarded to the student with the highest overall mark for eight units from BIOL3003, MICR3001, MICR3002, MICR3003 and MICR3004. The recipient's entitlement to the prize is conditional on them successfully enrolling in the BSc(Hons) or in the fourth year in the BAdvSc(Hons) programs in microbiology in the following year.

Publications

  • Identification of novel targets

Timeline

Research Training Committee Member

University of Queensland Centre for Clinical Research
04.2024 - Current

Future Students Ambassador

The University of Queensland
04.2023 - 12.2024

Tutor

All Access Education
02.2023 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) - Microbiology

The University of Queensland
Ella Herring