Gabrielle Graceffa
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Engineering student versed in reviewing plans, writing reports, researching solutions and implementing company procedures. Willingness to learn, follow instructions and work cooperatively within team environments. Computer competencies include various CAD programs and MS Office applications.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
OTTAWA HOSPITAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
01.2023 - Current
- I am part of a project that aims to design a new temporary training prosthesis for individuals with lower limb amputation, addressing the challenges associated with existing walking aids
- The design involves developing a prosthesis to be used during the waiting period for a permanent one, aiming to expedite rehabilitation, prevent knee contracture, and enhance physiological and psychological benefits for users
- The design criteria include ease of use, adjustability, comfort, lightweight materials, accurate fit, durability, and versatility for various types of amputation.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SHRINERS HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Part of research study addressing osteoporosis in egg-laying hens
- Aim to understand how age, genetics and housing environments affect bone health in commercial egg laying hens, in order to find interventions to decrease osteoporosis and fracture risk, a major welfare concern
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Collected research data through experimentation, and in vivo scanning.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
PAREA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Part of a research project which addresses inquiry-based learning in the science field
- Streamlined data management processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in research findings.
- My work consists of logging data, setting up spreadsheets, data transcription, organization, and analyzing data, including coding to rubrics/coding key, and descriptive analyses.
ANIMAL TECHNICIAN
MCGILL UNIVERSITY
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored health of mice for signs of illness or distress and reporting any abnormalities to veterinary staff
- Maintaining accurate records of animal care and health-related data, including feeding schedules and medical treatment
- Implemented and maintained an enriched environment to promote mental stimulation and natural behaviors in captive animals
- Adhere to strict biosecurity protocol to prevent the dread of diseases between animals and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within animal housing areas.
CAMP COUNSEILLER
BEACONSFIELD CENTRE
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Ensured the safety of the campers and engaged in camp activities
- Organized activities for the children
- Hosted Field Hockey day to introduce the sport.
- Communicated disputes and create various solutions
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to an efficient camp's environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Mechanical Engineering and Computing technology
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, On.05.2027
Double DEC - Science And Social Science
John Abbott College
Montreal05.2022
Skills
- NRecon
- Cura
- Micro-Computed Tomography Scanning
- 3D-Image Reconstruction
- SolidWorks
- CAD
- Miro
- 3D-Printing
- NI Multisim
- Laboratory techniques
- Machinery skills
- Microsoft Office
- Java
- Python
Accomplishments
Mitacs/FRQNT College-Level Research Internship (2022)
Mitacs offers 90 grants of $5,000 to students participating in supervised projects in natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. I was one of the eight students at John Abbott College who received the award.
Certification
- McGill Animal Handling (theory and practice)
- McGill Animal surgery training
- McGill Poultry handling and surgery training
- Working together: the code and the AODA
- Normes d'accessibilité pour les services à la clientèle
- Respect en milieu de travail
- Prévention de la violence
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015) - for laboratory workers
- Indigenous Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Peace and Social Justice Studies
- Women's Studies and Gender Relations
Conference Abstracts
- Vitienes I, Ross E, Graceffa G, Bouchard A, Steyn B, Widowski TM, Willie BM, Aviary rearing enhances bone microstructure in Lohmann LSL-Lite and bone mass in Lohmann Brown Lite egg-laying hen pullets compared to conventional cage-rearing, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, Poster presentation, Oct 1-4, 2021
- Vitienes I, Ross E, Graceffa G, Bouchard A, Steyn B, Willie BM, Widowski TM, Aviary rearing enhances bone microstructure in Lohmann LSL-Lite and bone mass in Lohmann Brown Lite egg-laying hen pullets compared to conventional cage-rearing, Poultry Science Association 2021 Annual Meeting, Poster presentation, July 19-22, 2021
- Vitienes I, Ross E, Graceffa G, Bouchard A, Steyn B, Widowski TM, Willie BM, Aviary rearing enhances bone microarchitecture compared to rearing in conventional cages in LSL-Lite, but not Lohmann Brown-Lite egg-laying hen pullets, Réseau de recherche en santé buccodentaire et osseuse annual research meeting, Poster presentation, April 21-23, 2021
Publications
Peer-reviewed Publications, Vitienes I, Graceffa G, Mikolajewicz N, Hosseinitabatabaei S, Bouchard A, Julien C, Widowski T, Main R, Willie BM, Breed and loading history influence in vivo skeletal strain patterns in pre-pubertal female chickens, Bones Journal
Extracurricular Activities
08/2023, present, VP Social, Engineers Without Borders 01/2022, 05/2022, Director of Logistics, Mechanical Engineering Student Society
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
OTTAWA HOSPITAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
01.2023 - Current
ANIMAL TECHNICIAN
MCGILL UNIVERSITY
05.2022 - 08.2022
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
PAREA
01.2021 - 01.2022
CAMP COUNSEILLER
BEACONSFIELD CENTRE
05.2019 - 08.2019
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SHRINERS HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Mechanical Engineering and Computing technology
University of Ottawa
Double DEC - Science And Social Science
John Abbott College
- McGill Animal Handling (theory and practice)
- McGill Animal surgery training
- McGill Poultry handling and surgery training
- Working together: the code and the AODA
- Normes d'accessibilité pour les services à la clientèle
- Respect en milieu de travail
- Prévention de la violence
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015) - for laboratory workers
- Indigenous Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Peace and Social Justice Studies
- Women's Studies and Gender Relations
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