Eva Erdogan
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Ambitious third-year Bachelor of Science student majoring in Microbiology and Genetics/Genomics, with strong interests in antibiotic resistance, disease, and molecular genetics. I have built extensive laboratory experience through advanced coursework and research volunteering, alongside proficiency in data analysis. Passionate about applying science to pressing health challenges, I'm eager to further develop my skills and gain research experience through opportunities such as scholarships, with the long-term goal of pursuing Honours and postgraduate study.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Volunteer (Neely Lab)
Charles Perkins Center
12.2024 - Current
- Project name: New mRNA based methods for treating chronic pain
- Conducted mouse behavioural studies using Any-Maze tracking software.
- Performed cryostat sectioning for tissue preparation.
- Carried out cell culture techniques for experimental assays.
- Completed tissue staining for histological analysis.
- Applied image analysis with QuPath for quantitative data collection
Research Volunteer (Ashe Lab)
Charles Perkin Centre
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Project name: Investigating the mechanisms of transgenerational epigenetic inheritance
- Performed PCR for amplification of genetic material.
- Conducted agarose gel electrophoresis for DNA analysis.
- Handled and maintained C. elegans cultures, including worm picking.
- Gained proficiency in molecular cloning workflows and genetic analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Advanced Studies - Microbiology And Genetics/ Genomics
University of Sydney
11-2027
Skills
- Molecular Biology: PCR, qPCR, Sanger sequencing, molecular cloning, colony screening & hybridisation
- Protein Analysis: Recombinant protein expression in E coli, affinity purification (His-tag), SDS-PAGE, Western blotting
- Microbiology: Bacterial culture, selective isolation, Gram staining, antimicrobial assays (course-based)
- Cell & Tissue Techniques: Cell culture, tissue staining, cryostat sectioning, microscopy, image analysis (QuPath)
Relevant Coursework
- BIOL1007 – From Molecules to Ecosystems
- BIOL1906 – Life and Evolution (Advanced)
- CHEM1111 – Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A
- DATA1001 – Foundations of Data Science
- MICR2031 – Microbiology
- GEGE2901 – Genetics and Genomics (Advanced)
- BCMB2001 – Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- BIOL3018 – Gene Technology and Genomics
- MIMI2002 – Microbes, Infection and Immunity (in progress)
- GEGE3004 – Applied Genomics (in progress)
Timeline
Research Volunteer (Neely Lab)
Charles Perkins Center
12.2024 - Current
Research Volunteer (Ashe Lab)
Charles Perkin Centre
12.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Advanced Studies - Microbiology And Genetics/ Genomics
University of Sydney