SHIHAN CHENG

Dynamic and dedicated volunteer with experience in research at Prof. Roger McIntyre's Lab, specializing in data analysis and critical thinking. Successfully organized a charity event for children with disabilities, showcasing strong public health outreach skills. Committed to improving lives through effective communication and regulatory compliance in various community initiatives.

• CHM247 Introductory Organic Chemistry II, Utilized infrared (IR) spectroscopy for analysis, Performed recrystallization techniques for compound purification, Conducted thin layer chromatography (TLC) and analysis
• BIO230 From Genes to Organisms, Conducted gene regulation experiments involving operon mechanisms and plasmid transfer, Isolated RNA from biological samples, Loaded gels and performed electrophoresis, Analyzed green fluorescent protein (GFP) expressions, Operated microscopy equipment for cellular observation
• PCL302 Pharmacodynamic Principles, Understand various signaling pathways triggered by ligand binding, Understand mechanisms of common drugs and next-generation therapies (protein-based and nucleic acid-based), Acquired skills to evaluate toxicological and clinical implications of drug actions under acute and chronic conditions, with insights into the latest advancements and future directions in pharmacology research

• Volunteer Activities, Chengdu, 06/01/20, 09/30/20, Delivery of supplies to patients in quarantine during an outbreak
• Volunteer activities to care for the elderly, Chengdu, 04/01/22, 05/31/22, Visiting and caring for seniors with pressure ulcers and participating in awareness and presentations on related diseases
• Volunteer program to help children with congenital intellectual disabilities, Chengdu, 06/01/22, 06/30/22, Organized a charity event to care for children with congenital intellectual disabilities, involving about 20 participants to accompany children and help sell homemade handicrafts
• Charity event to sell food to help the poor, Toronto, 01/01/25, 01/31/25, Involved with a charity organization to sell desserts and other food, with proceeds going to help children in poor areas for education and supplies