Meaghan Griffin

Meaghan Griffin- Curriculum Vitae

PERSONAL DETAILS
252 Allyn Rd, Barton, NY 13734
Mailing Address (until May 2016): H101B University Village, Fredonia, NY 14063
(607)972-9947
grif8443@fredonia.edu
EDUCATION
State University of New York at Fredonia, Fredonia, NY, May 2016 (expected)
Honors Graduate,Bachelor of Science in Molecular Genetics, Spanish Minor.
GPA: 3.71/4.00
Relevant Courses Genetics, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Signal
Transduction, Microbiology, Developmental Biology, Molecular Genetics, Cancer
Biology
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
State University of New York at Fredonia, Fredonia,NY, October 2014-present
Undergraduate Student Research
Advisor: Dr. Nicholas Quintyne
Contributed to and led research project on coalescence patterns of
supernumerary centrosomes in oral cancer cells. Gathered preliminary data and
identified maternal centriole marker. Working towards characterization of
identifying cellular preference for coalescence in favor or in opposition to
maternal centriole.
The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, June 2015-August 2015
NSF-REU Student Research
Advisor: Dr. Michael Glotzer, Mentor: Ashley Rich
Contributed to on going project to characterize Drosophila
neuroblast polarization
with the use of optogenetics. Found aPKC to be sufficient for
the displacement of basal cell fate determinant Numb in the S2 cell model system.
Identified iLID as a superior optogenetic tool over TULIPs for further experiments in
this project
including tests within the endogenous system [neuroblasts].
CPSI Biotech, Owego, NY, June 2014-August 2014
Student Shadowing Experience
Advisor: Dr. Kristi Snyder

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Was taught basic cell culture in addition to hands on

experience/training with
cryotechnology, flow cytometry, and three dimensional solid
tumor culturing.
Given thorough instruction on cancer biology and endogenous
apoptotic
pathways.
HONORS/AWARDS
Tioga Central High School:
2012- Colleen Chamberlain Scholarship
Brenda Bunnell Memorial Award
American Red Cross Scholarship
NYS Award for Academic Excellence
2013- Monette Martin Memorial Scholarship
State University of New York at Fredonia:
Deans List- Fall 2012 & Spring 2013, Fall 2013 & Spring 2014, Fall 2014
&
Spring 2015, Fall 2015 (expected)
2012-2013 Scholarships- Honors Program Award
Presidents Award for Academic
Excellence
Academic Recognition Award
2013-2014 Scholarships- Presidents Award for
Academic Excellence
NYS Award for
Academic Excellence
2014-2015 Scholarships- Presidents
Award for Academic Excellence
NYS Award
for Academic Excellence
2015-2016 Scholarships- Presidents
Award for Academic Excellence
NYS Award
for Academic Excellence
Ann J Manly
Endowment Scholarship
Other Awards:
New York State Masonic Education Assistance Award 2012-2013, 20132014
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
State University of New York at Fredonia
Biology Tutor
2013-2015, instructed groups, conducted one on one tutoring, and
led study
groups with undergraduate and graduate students in introductory
and upper
level biology and chemistry classes. Taught general concepts, problem
solving
study strategies, and scientific writing skills.
Tri-beta Biology Tutor
2015-2016, Worked with beta beta beta biological

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honor society as an on-call

sessions for lab report writing,
skills.

tutor for students in need of help. Ran class help

and conducted seminars on biological writing
Teaching Assistant
Fall 2015, In class assistant for Cell and
Molecular Biology Laboratory, was
responsible for answering questions and
aiding students in class with
experiments. Also led study sessions for
exams after class.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE/ACTIVITIES
State University of New York at Fredonia:
Biology Club, general body member, 2012-2016, participated in on campus
events and fundraisers
Improv Comedy Society, Performer 2012-2014, Treasurer 2013-2014,
Performed in weekly improve comedy shows
Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, member 2015- present, served as
on call tutor, ran seminars, participated in fundraisers and induction ceremonies
Pride Alliance, member 2013-2016, attended general body meetings,
participated in on campus events, education opportunities, and fundraisers
Native American Student Union, member 2015-2016, Public Relations Chair
Spring 2016, participated in on campus events and planning of events, designed
posters and managed social media promotion of events
V-Day at Fredonia: The Vagina Monlogues, member and performer 20132016, Co-Director 2015-2016, Club Founder 2015, performed in charity
production for two years, and then helped establish group as a recognized club
on campus with a precedent for year round activism as Co-director of the show
and most prominent leader of the group.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Fluorescence Microscopy
Confocal Microscopy
Flow Cytometry
Fixed Cell Immunofluoresence
Lipid Mediated Transfection and Live Cell Imaging
Gel Electrophoresis
Western Blotting
Plasmid design and cloning

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Proficient in Tissue Culture Techniques

Image J Analysis
Some experience in Java Code writing
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Advanced research experience with both online databases and library tools
Award winning public speaking skills (competitive for 6 years pre-undergraduate)
Reading and Writing fluency in Spanish, Intermediate-Advance conversation
skills
Animal Husbandry (worked with livestock on farm from 2007-present)

PROFFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
National Honor Society
Golden Key International Honor Society
Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society- Upsilon Chi Chapter