Jay Y.

Suh
6137 Janes Way, Hilliard OH 43026
614-596-2942, suhju@mail.uc.edu
Education
- University of Cincinnati Graduation: 2020
o BS/MD College of Medicine Connections Dual Admissions Program
o Major: Medical Sciences
o Minor: Psychology
o University Honors Program
o GPA: 4.00 out of 4.00
o Relevant Coursework: Biology, General Chemistry + Lab, Organic Chemistry + Lab, General
Physics + Lab, Biomedical Lab Techniques, History of Medicine and Technology Innovations
Technical Skills
-Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
-Cell Culture Passaging and Hood Procedures
-Protein and DNA quantification
-Immunofluorescence Staining
-Protein and DNA purification
-Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
-Western Blotting
Research and Career Experience:
- University of Cincinnati Surgery Research Intern Sept. 2017 - Present
o Evaluated slides of mice exposed to pulmonary and lung infections and determined the level of
damage in the lungs using a grading system focusing on neutrophilic buildup, alveolar wall
thickness, and presence of colloidal materials in the alveolar space
o Designed and developed graphs using Excel to display the results of the analysis in an easily
understandable and presentable format
- Vontz Center for Molecular Studies Intern
Sept. 2017 Aug. 2017
o Investigated with Dr. Carolyn Price the binding mechanism of the CST protein complex to DNA
telomeres
o Developed a research proposal for the University Honors Program at the University of Cincinnati
for purifying CST protein molecules
o Studied the role of the CST protein complex in resolving G4 DNA structures in replicating
eukaryotic cell cultures
o Analyzed results using immunofluorescence staining and light microscopy techniques and
compiled results in a PowerPoint presentation for sharing with other lab members and the
Principal Investigator

- Nationwide Childrens Hospital Research Intern Jun. 2015 Aug. 2015

 o Researched with Dr. Brian Becknell the role of the STAT3 protein in the immune response to
kidney infection, particularly in the urothelial region, using immunofluorescence staining and
Western Blotting
o Analyzed the results of Immunofluorescence staining and Western Blotting results using electron
and light microscopes

Volunteer and Work Experience:

- VA Medical Center Emergency Room Volunteer Sept. 2016 - Present
o Managed the internal state of the Emergency Room at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center
o Assisted patients and ensured safety and hygiene standards were met
Extracurricular Activities:
- Mental Health Ambassadors PR Director Nov. 2016- Present
o Guided and listened to UC students in need of mental health support
o Directed UC students to appropriate mental health resources when appropriate
o Promoted mental health awareness projects through social media and poster campaigns
Awards and Distinctions:
- 2016 National Merit Scholar Mar. 2016
o One of 2500 high school seniors nationwide (out of approximately 1.5 million entrants) to
receive a $2500 scholarship from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) for
excellent academic achievement in high school and in recognition for a proven history of
leadership, good moral character, and commitment to service

- Cincinnatus Excellence Scholar Feb. 2016

o Scholarship covering full in-state tuition and on-campus housing costs awarded to full-time
students at the University of Cincinnati in recognition of strong academic achievements and
display of great academic promise and drive to succeed in high school

- University of Cincinnati Provost Scholar Feb. 2016

o One-time $2000 Scholarship awarded by the University of Cincinnati Deans Office to freshman
students at the University of Cincinnati judged by the Dean to be of high academic promise and
possessing high potential for excellent achievement at the college level