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Fuka Asao

Osakashi Abenoku Aioidori 1-5-33 Unit512

Summary

With a double major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, extremely hard-working skills, a strong commitment to continuous learning, I am seeking acceptance into the Master of Biomedical Science program at The University of Melbourne to pursue a career in medical research and help people's lives using the power of genomic technology.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Fast Food Crew Member

Lotteria
Osaka
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for customers.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer orders.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.

Library Volunteer

Belleville Public Library
Belleville
12.2019 - 01.2020
  • Maintained the children's play area.
  • Organized and shelved materials according to library standards.
  • Assisted with planning and conducting regular children's programs and special events.

Tutor Volunteer

Nicholson Catholic College
Belleville
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Helped students in improving their understanding of complex concepts in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
  • Helped students in solving specific problems in Calculus.
  • Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Science - Major in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry

University of Toronto
Scarborough, Ontario
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Nicholson Catholic College
Belleville, Ontario
06-2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Skills gained from practical sessions:

  • Bacterial Culture
  • Affinity Chromatography (used for purification of IgG using Protein A beads, used for purification of GST fusion proteins using glutathiones)
  • SDS-PAGE (used for identification of IgG)
  • Gel Electrophoresis and Western Blotting (used for identification of GST fusion proteins using anti-GST conjugated to Horse radish peroxidase)
  • 1H NMR, IR, Mass Spectrometry (used for characterization of the products formed in weekly practical sessions)
  • Computer skills (MestreNova to process 1H NMR data, ChemDraw to draw chemical structures and reactions)

Relevant Project Work and Experience

A Member of Nano Bootcamp (University of Toronto), May 2023

  • Participated in labs, seminars and collaborative experiential learning activities related to nanotechnology for 2 weeks
  • With my performance on my case study presentation "Nanocoating in Sustainable Agriculture" and dedication to this session, I was nominated for the SCI Canada Student Merit Award 2023.

Integrative Multimedia Documentary Project (University of Toronto), March 2023

  • Collaborated with group members to prepare a educational video on a COVID-19 vaccine "What’s Killing Us Faster: Misinformation or COVID-19?"
  • Applied organization skills to make sure that our team's workload was divided evenly and help the member who was struggling with working on multiple projects at the same time

Integrative Research Poster Project (University of Toronto), November 2021

  • Collaborated with group members to prepare a poster on the effects of depression on brain cells
  • Applied time management skills to attend every virtual meeting and work effectively from Japan even though there were significant time zone differences

Accomplishments

  • SCI Canada Student Merit Award 2023
  • PPD’s annual dependent scholarship US$ 2000
  • 2020 U of T Scholars Program CAD$ 7500

Languages

Japanese
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Fast Food Crew Member

Lotteria
06.2022 - 09.2022

Library Volunteer

Belleville Public Library
12.2019 - 01.2020

Tutor Volunteer

Nicholson Catholic College
09.2019 - 12.2019

Honours Bachelor of Science - Major in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry

University of Toronto

High School Diploma -

Nicholson Catholic College

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