LILAH ROUHI

• Contributing author on two manuscripts in preparation related to zebrafish regeneration, injury response, and functional recovery.
• Conducted hands-on research alongside a master’s student investigating regeneration, tissue repair, and functional recovery in zebrafish following traumatic injury.
• Assisted with experimental injury models involving traumatic brain injury, fin amputation, and abdominal puncture, examining behavioural and regenerative responses.
• Developed experience in microsurgical techniques, zebrafish handling, behavioural observation, and experimental animal care.
• Performed tissue processing for histological analysis and contributed to morphometric assessment of tissue injury and regeneration.
• Monitored and documented behavioural changes and recovery patterns to assess functional recovery following polytrauma.
• Applied concepts in regenerative biology, tissue plasticity, and injury response to the study of biological repair and recovery.
• Completed extensive training in animal research ethics, experimental protocols, fish care, laboratory safety, and responsible animal handling.

Research Affiliations:
Murugan Lab, Dr. Nirosha Murugan— https://themuruganlab.com/
Collective Cognition Lab, Noam Miller — https://millerlab.ca/labsite/

• Contributed to a research project examining recognition memory, imagery, and visual attention, supporting both experimental development and data analysis.
• Assisted in preparing and organizing experimental stimuli, including study and test materials used across different experimental conditions.
• Participated in pilot testing and reviewed experimental procedures to identify inconsistencies and improve study organization before participant testing.
• Organized and prepared research data for analysis, including data cleaning, labeling, and reviewing counterbalanced experimental conditions.
• Worked collaboratively with the research team to examine preliminary data, identify patterns, and support interpretation of experimental results.
• Gained practical experience in experimental psychology, research design, data management, critical analysis, and collaborative research.

• Provided 60+ hours of compassionate support to geriatric patients, assisting with transportation, activities, companionship, and day-to-day comfort.
• Built meaningful one-on-one connections with patients through conversation and engagement, reinforcing the importance of dignity, empathy, and person-centred care.
• Collaborated with staff during recreational and facility-wide programs and helped support newer volunteers in navigating their responsibilities.
• Gained firsthand exposure to the social and emotional needs of older adults and the role of communication and presence in improving the patient experience.
  

• Co-founded a healthcare technology initiative aimed at making patients’ medical information easier to access and manage in one centralized platform.
• Helped shape how clinical information, including test results, imaging, and medical documentation, could be presented in a clearer and more user-friendly format.
• Worked with healthcare and technology professionals to incorporate both clinical needs and patient usability into the platform.
• Contributed to decisions involving platform organization, communication features, and overall user experience.

• Completed 70+ hours of immersive physician and surgeon shadowing across Pediatric Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, and Neurosurgery.
• Observed surgeries, clinical consultations, patient management, and multidisciplinary decision-making within a hospital setting.
• Gained firsthand exposure to high-acuity care, including a cardiac-arrest response, highlighting the importance of rapid decision-making, defined team roles, and clear communication.
• Developed a deeper understanding of the physician’s role in balancing technical expertise, teamwork, and compassionate patient care.

• Completed 40+ hours of one-on-one radiology shadowing, receiving guided teaching on diagnostic imaging, anatomy, and identification of clinical abnormalities.
• Reviewed X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and other imaging alongside a radiologist, who explained findings and challenged me to interpret images and identify key features.
• Strengthened my understanding of clinical reasoning, pattern recognition, and how imaging findings contribute to diagnosis and patient management.

• Participated in an in-person psychology study examining autobiographical memory, emotional experience, and physiological responses.
• Completed surveys and physiological data collection involving heart rate, respiration, and skin conductance.
• Gained exposure to university-level research procedures and psychological data collection.

• Completed 80+ hours of intensive pre-camp training in CPR, emergency response, camper safety, communication, conflict resolution, and residential supervision.
• Practised responding to medical, behavioural, and emergency scenarios while maintaining calm communication and appropriate escalation.
• Received extensive preparation in camper welfare, safeguarding, teamwork, behavioural support, and creating a safe and inclusive overnight environment.

• Assisted with developing health and safety modules and creating marketing materials for the mammography department.
• Contributed to breast health awareness initiatives aimed at reaching a younger demographic.
• Gained exposure to clinical documentation, patient care environments, and healthcare communication.

• Supervised and supported a cabin of 14 girls in a residential overnight camp setting, helping ensure safety, emotional well-being, and daily care.
• Supported campers through homesickness, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, and distress using patience, empathy, and clear communication.
• Planned and led recreational, educational, and team-building activities that promoted confidence, inclusion, and participation.
• Collaborated with co-counsellors and senior staff to resolve conflicts, respond to camper needs, and maintain a safe and supportive environment.

• Provided one-on-one support to children and youth with special needs, including Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.
• Planned and participated in sports, arts, educational, and social activities.
• Strengthened empathy, patience, and adaptive communication skills through individualized support.

• Designed, planned, and carried out student-led community service initiatives.
• Supported leadership development, teamwork, and community engagement among student volunteers.
• Helped organize volunteer projects focused on strengthening community connection and involvement.
• Volunteer