Daniel Addo-Gyan

Research

Influence of endogenous viral genomes on human immunity to viruses.

Responsibilities

• Planning and execution of Research projects
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.

Research

Chromosome Splitting of Plasmodium Berghei using the CRISPR/Cas9 system. This study developed a method with the potential for studying the relationship between chromosome spacial arrangement and gene expression in plasmodium

Responsibilities

• Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
• Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.
• Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
• Wrote research papers, reports and summaries regarding Chromosome Splitting of Plasmodium Berghei using the CRISPR\Cas9 system
• Trained new PhD students and Helped them settle into the lab environment
• Presented research findings at conferences and meetings

Impact

• Published a first author paper in PlosOne journal
• Trained 2 PhD students

Awards

• Awarded a PhD MEXT scholarship

Research

Role of Serotonin in the modulation of Sexual differentiation in Plasmodium falciparum. The research gave insite on how the plasmodium parasite adapted to use host environmental cues to enhance it`s chances of survival.

Responsibilities

• Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
• Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Presented research findings at research conferences and meetings
• Trained students
• Applied for Research grants to finance the research

Awards

• Awarded a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Research Grant for Master's degree research

Research

Worked on a project to monitor the circulating post vaccination rotavirus strains

Responsibilities

• Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
• Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Trained new students
• Presented research findings at conferences and meetings

Impact

• Modified the Poly-acrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE) protocol to reduce the run time from 18 hours to 8 hours resulting in time savings

• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
• Interviewed or administered standardized tests to research subjects to collect data.
• Assisted with preparing project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts.
• Managed, prepared and manipulated extensive databases.

• Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
• Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
• Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.
• Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.