Olivia Jones

Undergraduate Research Assistant

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Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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About me
Undergraduate Researcher at Clemson University
Education
- Charleston School of the Arts
  2017 - 2021
  High School Diploma VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
  Activities and Societies: National Honor's Society GPA: 3.875 (Unweighted) and 4.863 (Weighted)
- Clemson University
  2021 - 2025
  Bachelor of Science - BS Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering Senior
  Activities and Societies: • National Academy of Engineering Grand Challenge Scholars Program (Vice President of Records) • Asian Student Association • Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society • Clemson Bioengineering Organization • Society of Women Engineers • BioE Diversity & Inclusion Student Council Member • Clemson Esports Event Coordinator • Women in Science and Engineering Member • BioE Student Advisory Council Member
Experience
- Clemson University
  Aug 2021 - May 2022
  Undergraduate Research Assistant
  • Under the guidance of Dr. Christopher Norfolk, I assisted in a study designed to investigate the rate of socket cooling in prosthetics. We had to estimate the skin temperature of a limb inside a prosthetic socket and liner combination while the limb was generating various amounts of heat. • Collaborated through experimentation and analyses 2-5 hours per week • Recorded all data and lab proceedings • Maintained a safe and sterile laboratory environment
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  May 2022 - Aug 2022
  Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows
  • Researcher in Dr. Amanda LaRue's lab• Studied the effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) on bone metabolism in both osteoclasts and osteoblasts• Ran experiments and performed data analysis, and learned technical writing skills
- Clemson University Bioengineering
  Aug 2022 - Jul 2023
  Under the guidance of Dr. Brian Booth, I assisted in a study designed to investigate the redirection of cancer cells (HER2+ cell line) to switch to a normal epithelial (MCF10A cell line) phenotype• Mastered protocols used in cell passaging, freezing, and cell culture• Worked alongside an experienced graduate student • Pursuing Honors in Bioengineering by completing a thesis project• Determining whether extracellular vesicles deliver the intercellular biochemical signals involved in cancer cell redirection
  - Undergraduate Research Assistant
    Sept 2022 - Jul 2023
  - Undergraduate Student Researcher
    Aug 2022 - Jul 2023
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023
  Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows
  • Researcher in Dr. Amanda LaRue's lab• Studied the effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), specifically fluoxetine and citalopram, on bone metabolism in an in vivo model• Ran experiments and performed data analysis, and learned technical writing skills
Licenses & Certifications
- Laboratory Safety and Chemical Hygiene
  SciShield
  Nov 2023
- Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA)
  SolidWorks Designer
  Apr 2023
- Working with Mice in Research Settings
  CITI Program
  May 2023
  View certificate
- Radiation Safety
  CITI Program
  Jun 2023
  View certificate
- Working with the Charleston VA IACUC
  CITI Program
  May 2023
  View certificate
- Surgery
  CITI Program
  May 2023
  View certificate
- Laboratory Safety Refresher
  CITI Program
  May 2023
  View certificate
- VA ORD Biosecurity Training
  CITI Program
  May 2022
  View certificate
- Hazardous Waste Management Training - How to Dispose ofHazardous Material Wastes (Non-Labs)
  SciShield
  Nov 2023
- Post-Procedural Care of Rodents
  CITI Program
  May 2023
  View certificate
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  Poly-Med Outstanding Bioengineering Senior Award Department of Bioengineering Feb 2025 The Poly-Med Outstanding Bioengineering Senior Award was established in 2009 and is made annually to a promising graduating senior in the Department of Bioengineering and places primary emphasis on scholarship and creativity, with additional emphasis on professional and extracurricular activities.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  ASTM International Project Grant ASTM International Dec 2024 A project awarded to my senior design project entitled "Development of a neonatal cap with integrated cerebral oximetry for hypoxic respiratory failure detection". This grant awarded our team with $500 towards our project prototype as well as a publication on the ASTM International Students and Professors website.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  CECAS Undergraduate Research Grant Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Nov 2023 The CECAS grant is awarded to students that propose a research plan to be accomplished by the end of the semester.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  Rick Klein Young Investigator Award Lowcountry Center for Veterans Research Nov 2023 Special award at MUSC Research Day issued to an Undergraduate, Masters, or Post-Baccalaureate who demonstrates excellent Veteran-centric research.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  The 2023 Perry V. Halushka MUSC Research Day 2nd Place Winner Medical University of South Carolina Nov 2023 Award at MUSC Research Day issued to an Undergraduate, Masters, or Post-Baccalaureate presenting a poster.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  Departmental Honors Research Grant Clemson University Honors College Sep 2023 The Departmental Honors grant offers funding opportunities for students to explore global learning, research or professional initiatives.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  Clemson University President’s List Clemson University May 2023 Awarded to students who achieve a 4.0-grade point average on a minimum of 12 semester hours, exclusive of Pass/No Pass coursework.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  Clemson Design-a-thon awarded "Top in Health" Clemson University's Grand Challenge Scholars Feb 2022 Design-a-thon brings together students from all majors and experience levels in a pitch-style competition applying the Design Thinking process to create innovative solutions to grand challenges facing society. Teams who are successful clearly communicate their design solution, demonstrate that they sought to develop an empathetic understanding of the problem, and identified alternative strategies. My team was awarded the "Top in Health" award.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  National Silver Medalist Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Mar 2018 The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are the longest-running, and one of the most prestigious recognition/scholarship programs for student achievement in the visual arts and creative writing in the United States. My Gold Key winning piece received national Silver Medal recognition.
- Awarded to Olivia Jones
  Clemson University Dean’s List Clemson University Awarded to students who achieve a 3.5-grade point average on a minimum of 12 semester hours, exclusive of Pass/No Pass coursework.Award semesters: Fall 2021, Fall 2022