Seda Nohut
Los Angeles
Summary
Skilled in managing and conducting complex research projects across diverse scientific disciplines, from drug synthesis to gene editing. Possess strong analytical abilities, adept at data collection, analysis, and interpretation to drive project objectives. Demonstrated capacity for critical thinking and problem-solving to advance scientific understanding and application. Contributed to significant improvements in research methodology and efficiency in previous roles, enhancing overall project outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Southern California, USC
Los Angeles
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the development and synthesis of small molecules and peptides as anti-cancer agents and diagnostics.
- Supported the preparation of research grants and proposals by compiling necessary data and documentation.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with external partners and stakeholders for collaborative research efforts.
- Engaged in continuous learning by attending workshops and seminars to stay updated on research trends.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and next steps in research initiatives.
Development Associate, Media & Marketing Associate
Biotech Connection Los Angeles (BCLA)Lo
Los Angeles
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and implemented strategies for fundraising campaigns to support organizational objectives.
- Assisted with the planning and implementation of special projects related to development initiatives.
- Managed social media accounts to engage current and prospective donors.
Research Intern
Vienna Biocenter
Vienna
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Studied selective autophagy in plant and mammalian models.
- Assisted in the design and execution of laboratory experiments, utilizing techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA purification, and plasmid vector development for gene editing in plant models.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects in molecular plant biology, identifying key findings and methodologies relevant to experimental design.
Research Intern
Imperial College
London
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Studied plant-microbe interactions, specifically the late blight pathogen, P. infestans.
- Conducted laboratory experiments to investigate plant responses to environmental stressors, utilizing techniques such as qPCR and Western blotting.
- Assisted in the design and execution of experiments aimed at understanding gene expression in response to biotic and abiotic factors.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures and results, contributing to the preparation of scientific publications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Middle East Technical University
Ankara, Turkey01-2020
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Synthetic organic chemistry
- Molecular biology techniques
- Data analysis
- Grant writing
- Laboratory equipment operation (HPLC, MS, GC, microscopy etc)
- Scientific writing
- Research collaboration
Certification
- Python programming certificate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
Korean
Limited
Accomplishments
Undergrad work published,
- Duggan, C., Moratto, E., Savage, Z., Hamilton, E., Adachi, H., Wu, C.-H., Leary, A. Y., Tumtas, Y., Rothery, S. M., Maqbool, A., Nohut, S., Kamoun, S., & Bozkurt, T. O. (2021). Dynamic accumulation of a helper NLR at the plant-pathogen interface underpins pathogen recognition. PNAS. https://doi.org/10.1101/2021.03.15.435521
- Duggan, C., Wu C. H., Savage Z., Moratto E., Prabhu K., Nohut S., Derevnina L, Kamoun S., Bozkurt T. A helper and sensor NLR pair focally accumulate at the host-pathogen interface to provide resistance to the Irish potato famine pathogen. Poster session presented at the 18th International Congress on Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions; 2019 July 14-18; Glasgow, Scotland. doi: 10.1094/MPMI-32-10-S1.1
Above works presented at;
- Molecular Biology of Plant Pathogens (MBPP); 2019 March 18-19; Norwich, UK.
- Presidential Meeting of British Society of Plant Pathology (BSPP); 2018 Dec 10-11; Coventry, UK
PhD work supported by NCI IMAT Grant (R21CA258019) and presented at,
- 2024 WMIC Meeting
- 2024 ASBMR Meeting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Development Associate, Media & Marketing Associate
Biotech Connection Los Angeles (BCLA)Lo
12.2022 - 01.2024
Research Assistant
University of Southern California, USC
01.2021 - Current
Research Intern
Vienna Biocenter
07.2019 - 09.2019
Research Intern
Imperial College
07.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Middle East Technical University
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Southern California
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