Logan

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Cellular biology
Microbiology
Molecular biology

PhD student in Microbiology with a Bachelors of Science in Molecular biology. I've published my research in these areas 4 separate times. I teach microbiology, molecular biology, and cell biology.

Biology
Cellular biology
Microbiology
Molecular biology

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About Logan

Education
Indiana University – Bloomington, IN 2018-present
 Bachelor of Science in Molecular Life Sciences with a Concentration in Cell Biology
 Cumulative GPA: 3.960 – Graduation with Honors and Highest Distinction
Zionsville Community High School – Zionsville, IN 2014-2018
 Graduated summa cum laude
 Cumulative GPA: 4.68
Research Experience
Undergraduate Researcher - Dr. Julia van Kessel Lab 2019-present
 Author on 2 publications: Environmental Microbiology and PLoS Pathogens Pearls (see below)
 Designed and executed a protocol to explore the role quorum sensing synthases within the novel Vibrio campbellii DS40M4 strain.
 Established and explored the use of Mobile CRISPR interference within a variety of Vibrio strains and tested its functionality in evaluating quorum sensing.
 Tested the function of an upstream gene region previously described to influence transcription of bioluminescence genes in V. campbellii
 Mentored 2 other undergraduates on independent research projects related to the van Kessel lab
Undergraduate Researcher - Dr. Michael Manzella ASURE Research Lab 2018-2020
 Designed and executed a project to explore ribosomal RNA multiplicity and how it relates to the rapid doubling time of the bacteria Vibrio natriegens.
 Mentored a total of 12 undergraduate students on basic lab techniques such as PCR, growth curve assays and aseptic technique.
 Mentored a total of 6 undergraduate students on advanced project design, troubleshooting, and execution related to the research I had started in the ASURE Lab.
Research Volunteer - Dr. Jonathon Lowery Research Lab 2016-2017
 Author on 1 publication: BMC Research Notes (see below)
 Researched the dimeric transduction pathway of Bone Morphogenic Protein within osteoclasts and assembled a relevant grant proposal for the Indiana Academy of Sciences
 Performed natural transformation on Human Embryonic Kidney (HEK) Cell line 293T cultures and utilized fluorescence microscopy to evaluate the success of the protocol
 Executed and evaluated western blot protocols on HEK293T BMP pathway knockdowns and assembled the resultant data

Publications
 Simpson CA, Petersen BD, Haas NW, Geyman LJ, Lee AH, Podicheti R, Pepin R, Brown LC, Rusch DB, Manzella MP, Papenfort K, van Kessel JC. The quorum-sensing systems of Vibrio campbellii DS40M4 and BB120 are genetically and functionally distinct. Environ Microbiol. 2021 Sep;23(9):5412-5432. doi: 10.1111/1(concealed information)02.
 Barrasso K, Watve S, Simpson CA, Geyman LJ, van Kessel JC, Ng WL. Dual-function quorum-sensing systems in bacterial pathogens and symbionts. PLoS Pathog. 2020 Oct 29;16(10):e1008934. doi: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1008934.
 Gorrell RE, Totten MH, Schoerning LJ, Newby JB, Geyman LJ, Lawless WG, Hum JM, Lowery JW. Identification of a bone morphogenetic protein type 2 receptor neutralizing antibody. BMC Res Notes. 2019 Jun 11;12(1):331. doi: 10.1186/s1(concealed information)7-0.
Fellowships and Awards
Drs. Sidney and Becca Fleischer 2019-2022
 This scholarship is awarded to outstanding undergraduate students demonstrating strong potential for success in scientific research careers by providing $5,000 per year awarded with an additional $1,000 for travel and supplies per year.
Jim Griffin Research Scholarship Summer 2019
 Awarded to an undergraduate who demonstrates strong research skills to support research for the summer by providing $4,000.
Provost’s Award for Creative Undergraduate Research Spring 2022
 Awarded to an undergraduate who demonstrates strong research skills both in terms of creativity and productivity.
Provost Merit Scholarship 2018-2022
 Awarded $32,000 over 4 years for academic excellence and achievement.
Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) 2018-2020
 Admitted as the top 2% of College of Arts and Sciences Direct Admit Students to an accelerated program focused on developing research and scientific writing skills to equip students for a lab environment
Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List 2018-Present
 Awarded to students who achieve a 3.75 or higher semester GPA.
Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences Founder’s Scholar 2019-Present
 Awarded to students who achieve a 3.8 cumulative GPA after being inducted into the Honors College.
Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences Phi Beta Kappa 2021-Present
 Students are selected by faculty for admission into the Phi Beta Kappa Academic society. Only 1% college students at schools with Phi Beta Kappa are admitted to this society. Selection is based on possessing a wide breadth of liberal arts education while maintaining academic excellence in STEM courses.
Presentations
Poster Presentations at conferences and symposia
 Geyman, LJ; van Kessel, JC. 2021. Mobile CRISPR Mediated Interference in Vibrio campbellii. Midwest Microbial Pathogenesis Conference, East Lansing, Michigan, USA.
 Geyman, LJ; Petersen, BD; Simpson, CA; van Kessel JC. 2019. The Analysis of Vibrio campbellii Quorum Sensing Mutants to Investigate the Potential for a LuxM Ortholog. Indiana University Microbiology Retreat, Nashville, IN, USA.
 Geyman, LJ; Couser, EH; Badar, SA; Manzella MP. 2019. Analysis of Structurally Similar Ribosomal RNA Operons in Vibrio natriegens. Indiana University ASURE Poster Symposium, Bloomington, IN, USA

Teaching Experience
BIOL-L312 Cellular Biology – Dr. Soni Lacefield
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
 Designed and executed weekly review sessions for 60 students designed to prepare students for quizzes and exams
 Graded quizzes and exams while helping the primary instructor identify problem areas within the material. Followed this up with coverage during the review sessions
 Led office hours designed for individualized help on material challenging for each particular student.

Work Experience
 Indiana University Residential Programs and Services, Bloomington, IN May 2019 – Present
o Desk Staff – Agnes E. Wells Quadrangle
 Organized the schedule for a staff of 16
 Managed and appropriately answered questions for concerned residents and visitors
 Processed Maintenance needs and requests and handled mailing logistics
o Residential Assistant – Agnes E. Wells Quadrangle
 Supervised two floors containing 50+ residents to maximize safety, execute a residential curriculum, and maintain a healthy, supportive environment conducive to the learning experience through event facilitation and intentional engagements
 Advised a STEM community council to helped organize 10+events and appropriate a budget of more than $5,000
 Collaborated with a residential life team to organize events that fostered community building as well as an understanding of the well-being of self and others
o Senior Conference Assistant – Spruce Residence Hall
 Supervised a staff of 10 conference assistants to ensure quality customer service and organized monthly work schedules
 Organized the lodging logistics for 10 conferences containing 200+ patrons including 100 minors through utilizing Iris Front Desk software
 Facilitated weekly staff meetings to create direct communication between conference directors and staff to ensure smooth operation
 Community Kitchen
January 2020 – March 2020
o Volunteered as a dishwasher to help facilitate food services for homeless and underprivileged citizens in Bloomington
o Served and prepared food for locals in need

About the lesson

I rely heavily on the socratic method of teaching for my sessions. My view is that a tutor is meant to help you think and teach you how to learn within their field of expertise. By relying on question driven learning and discussions rather than lecture, my students learn to think like a biologist and leave with the tools necessary to solve new problems independently.

I am unique as a tutor because I have received multiple awards for my research in these fields. I am an expert in bacteriology, cell biology, and molecular genetics with 4 research publications across these fields.

My lessons are tailored to my students and therefore any level is welcome. The only requirement is a good work ethic and interest in biology.

PhD student in Microbiology with a Bachelors of Science in Molecular biology. I've published my research in these areas 4 separate times. I teach microbiology, molecular biology, and cell biology.

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