Alexandra Fisher

Weekly general, organic, and inorganic chemistry tutoring to Cal State LA students in one-on-one and small groups. Maintained a patient and encouraging environment to build confidence and support skill development.

Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Math Tutor at California State University, Los Angeles (2024-01 – 2025-12)

• Weekly general, organic, and inorganic chemistry tutoring to Cal State LA students in one-on-one and small groups.
• Maintained a patient and encouraging environment to build confidence and support skill development.

Physical and Organic Chemistry Lab Research Assistant at California State University, Los Angeles (2022-08 – 2025-12)

Undergraduate researcher in Dr. Yong Ba's physical chemistry and anti-cancer drug delivery lab, studying the characteristics of chlorambucil-tempol-β-cyclodextrin inclusion complexes via UV-Vis and NMR spectroscopies.

• Presented my research orally and with a poster at three different Cal State LA symposiums.
• Authored and defended a senior thesis on our findings.

Botswana HIV/AIDS Prevention Internship at Botswana HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (2023-04 – Present)

Intern for Dr. Ava Avalos, advanced HIV/AIDS physician and researcher in Botswana, Africa, for over three years, via virtual involvement and in-person work.

• Contributed to revising updated UNICEF guidelines; edited a publication comparing efavirenz and dolutegravir; evaluated tenofovir-based regimens; and communicated treatment advancements to healthcare professionals.

B.S. in Biochemistry – California State University, Los Angeles (2021-08 – 2025-12)

Certification in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – UCLA Center for Prehospital Care (2026-08)