Supported the Laboratory Sections of the following courses:
BIO408: Cell Biology
BIO495: Special Topics in Biology - Molecular Techniques for Environmental and Aquatic Studies
Served as Instructor/Mentor of the following programs:
Pathways and Access to Careers in Technology (PACT) Summer Program;
Research and Extension Apprenticeship Program (REAP);
AgDiscovery Summer Program.
Implemented multiple workshops about modern biology, including biotechnology; molecular biology; agriculture; environmental science; and microbiology, for K-12 students and teachers.
Research Activities:
Conducted research and supervised students' (including undergraduate and high-school students) research. The main research projects included:
Analyzed genetic variation in the germplasm collection of Asimina triloba (pawpaw) with Simple Sequence Repeat and Inter Simple Sequence Repeat markers. Preserved valuable wild varieties of pawpaw.
Analyzed genetic diversity of invasive species *Lonicera maackii* to understand its invasion mechanism and prioritize areas for management of invading plants.
Preserved endangered species Rhapidophyllum hystrix (needle palm) by increasing germinating rate and setting up in vitro regeneration system.
Participated in the implementation of molecular methods to detect fungal parasites. Nosema ceranae and Nosema apis in honey bee in the early stage of infection.
Published research results in refereed journals, abstracts, reports, and other publications and media outlets. Supervised students' reports, presentations, and publications.
Solicited cooperation, partnership, and extramural funding to enhance the program.
Extension and University/Society Activities:
Served on KSU Institutional Review Board (2010 ~ 2011).
Participated in student-recruiting activities. Gave seminars to undergraduate and high-school students about career paths and opportunities in biological science.
Presented progress of teaching/research projects at professional societies, and organized students to participate and present at scientific meetings/events. The students have won awards/grants for their research projects.
Participated in university's extension events (eg. "Third-Thursday" Event).
2000-2006 Teaching/Research Assistant, Department of Botany, Miami University, OH
Taught undergraduate level course (BOT191: General Botany). Major duties included:
➢ Designed lab syllabus and handouts.