Lillian Brown
West Lafayette
Summary
Driven Research Assistant experienced in conducting laboratory, library and field research. Skilled in working within collaborative environments to collect and evaluate research data for variety of projects. In process of completing dual degree in biological engineering and biochemistry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Purdue University Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted literature reviews on PTOA animal models; assisted with dissections and tissue processing; maintained lab safety; expanded research skills through training and faculty collaboration.
Research Intern
Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led research on ABCG2’s role in bortezomib-induced sensory neurotoxicity; managed cell lines, research schedules, and key procedures (DRG harvesting, immunohistochemistry, release experiments, radioimmunoassays); analyzed data, presented findings, and contributed to a peer-reviewed publication.
Research Intern
Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led research on HPV-16 E2–capsid interactions; performed molecular assays, discovered E2’s role in viral assembly with first in vivo E2–L2 binding evidence, managed 20+ cultures, and presented findings.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Biological Engineering
Purdue University
Lafayette, IN01.2028
High school diploma or equivalent -
Pike High School
Indianapolis, IN01.2024
Skills
- Laboratory research
- Quantitative research
- Experiment development
- Problem Solving
- Communication (Written, Verbal)
- Literature review
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Purdue University Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering
08.2024 - Current
Research Intern
Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Research Intern
Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor's degree - Biological Engineering
Purdue University
High school diploma or equivalent -
Pike High School
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