Technical Skill:
- Western blotting
- SDS-PAGE
- Aseptic techniques
- Bacteria cultures
- Immunofluorescence staining and handling of fluorescence microscope
- PCR
- Histology and microscopy skills
- Handling of Spectrophotometer
Soft skills: Developed ability to collaborate and work effectively with lab partner to conduct experiments efficiently.
Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Dementia Research Centre Singapore Aug 2022 – Present
Research Intern
Cognitive, Neuroimaging and Blood Biomarker Profile of Individuals with Subjective Cognitive Impairment (SCI) in the Southeast Asian Cohort
- Investigated the differences between cognitively normal individuals and SCI individuals to establish a clearer and more accurate profile of SCI in Southeast Asia
- Compiled cognitive data and biological marker data of over 300 clinical research participants and writing a research paper on categorisation of individuals with subjective cognitive impairment.
- Independently conducted neuropsychological assessments such as Montreal Cognitive Assessment and Clinical Dementia Rating assessments and processed blood samples.
- Technical Skills: Montreal Cognitive Assessment Certification, Clinical Dementia Rating Dementia Staging Instrument Certification and research writing
- Soft skills: Developed strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with test subjects patiently and respectfully during consent taking and cognitive testing.