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John Yu

Temple City,CA

Summary

Engaged in immunology research at Keck School of Medicine, focusing on cytokine regulation of TH17 cell differentiation and therapeutic targets for inflammatory diseases. Contributed to neuro-developmental studies at CHLA’s CIBORG Lab, examining genetic factors in preterm infants. Over two years of clinical shadowing experience in ophthalmology and ocular oncology at Kaiser Permanente. Provided bedside assistance as a home care provider through California Department of Social Services, enhancing patient care skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Researcher

Keck School of Medicine, USC
05.2025 - Current
  • Investigate cytokine-regulated TH17 cell differentiation in autoimmune disease.
  • Study IL-6, TGFβ, and IL-23 in shaping defensive vs. pathogenic TH17 populations.
  • Identify molecular targets to suppress inflammatory TH17 activity while preserving immunity.

Research Assistant

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), CIBORG Lab
02.2025 - Current
  • Support MRI-based research on brain development in preterm/term infants.
  • Focus on APOE gene variants, especially APOE4 and Alzheimer’s risk.
  • Analyze corpus callosum segmentation and neuroanatomical data for neurodevelopmental outcomes.

Home Care Provider

California Dept. of Social Services
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided bedside assistance, mobility aid, medication reminders, and documented care for clients in need.

Shadowing – Ophthalmology & Ocular Oncology

Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Observed patient care and procedures in general ophthalmology and ocular oncology.
  • Gained exposure to eyelid surgeries, diagnostic tools (OCT, slit lamp), and clinical workflows.

Private Tutor

(Self-employed)
10.2019 - 11.2022
  • Tutored 20+ students (ages 13–17) in math and science.
  • Designed custom study plans to support academic improvement.

Education

B.S. - Biochemistry

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05.2026

Skills

  • Molecular Biology Molecular Cloning Scholarly Research Medical Diagnostics

Skills

Languages: English (Native), Mandarin & Cantonese (Professional), Spanish (Limited)

Timeline

Undergraduate Researcher

Keck School of Medicine, USC
05.2025 - Current

Research Assistant

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), CIBORG Lab
02.2025 - Current

Home Care Provider

California Dept. of Social Services
01.2024 - Current

Shadowing – Ophthalmology & Ocular Oncology

Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - 06.2024

Private Tutor

(Self-employed)
10.2019 - 11.2022

B.S. - Biochemistry

University of Southern California

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