Caden Sherman
San Diego
Summary
Throughout my time here at UCSD, I have mastered various laboratory techniques, statistical inferences methods, coding softwares, and scientific writing processes. I got my start in high school labs and have continued to practice, becoming closer to the ideal researcher. My skills in academia have been refined over the years, making me an invaluable asset that can get viable results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chem 7L Student
UCSD
La Jolla
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Performed numerous experiments: titrations, crystallizations, gravimetric + volumetric analysis.
- Wrote several detailed lab reports from experimental findings.
- Complex excel graph & chart making.
SIO 136 Student
UCSD
La Jolla
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted experiments pertaining to microbiology, physiology, and ecology.
- Familiarized myself with various scientific instruments: respirometer, oxygen probe, micropipette, dissection kit, centrifuge, flow cytometer.
- Data analysis through RStudio and Excel.
- Wrote three scientific papers with references.
BILD 4 Student
UCSD
La Jolla
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Learned sterile techniques in soil bacterium inoculation and agar plating.
- Genomic analysis via PCR and gel electrophoresis.
- Collaborated with peers during experiment and final poster presentation.
- Designing and presenting a viable experiment with controls, independent + dependent variables, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2027
High School Diploma -
Leigh High School
San Jose, CA06-2023
Skills
- Data analysis via RStudio, Excel, and other statistical methods
- PCR & Gel Electrophoresis
- CRISPR Techniques
- Bacterial Transformation using plasmids
- Other commonplace laboratory techniques
- Experiment design
- Detailed scientific writing
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
Affiliations
- Competitive in swimming, running, and rock climbing.
- Artistic photography.
- Avid reader of all kinds of literature.
Accomplishments
- Leadership awards in high school for Cross Country.
- High school awards given by faculty for significant achievement in social sciences and language.
Timeline
Chem 7L Student
UCSD
04.2025 - 06.2025
SIO 136 Student
UCSD
09.2024 - 12.2024
BILD 4 Student
UCSD
09.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of California, San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of California, San Diego
High School Diploma -
Leigh High School
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