Rahma Abdelsalam Aref

Summer Trainee

• Job Details:Learned fundamental principles of biochemistry and molecular biology techniques essential for drug discovery and development, such as cloning, PCR, and protein structure-function relationships. Acquired knowledge of pharmaceutical formulation development, including pre-formulation studies, excipient selection, compatibility assessments, and scaling up processes relevant to the pharmaceutical R&D landscape. Developed understanding of quality control and quality assurance principles in the pharmaceutical industry, including regulatory compliance, quality control protocols, analytical techniques, and instrumentation. Gained experience in applying drug design principles through case studies, including selective inhibitor design and virtual reality (VR) applications.

Clinical Pathology Trainee

• Job Details:Completed an intensive one-month clinical pathology training program, gaining hands-on experience in molecular biology (DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, ELISA), virology, flow cytometry (blood collection), and hematology. Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust that contributed to their overall well-being throughout treatment processes.

Teaching Assistant

• Job Details:Worked as technical support for application issues and customer support for students and parents. Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignment grades, and overall performance for timely reporting to their family. Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples into physics lessons. Received positive feedback from both students and colleagues for clear explanations of complex physics concepts.