Current
University of Delaware
Major
Spanish Language & Literature
Minor
Bio Chemistry
Graduating Class
2017
Hometown
Bridgeville, DE
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Caitlin Blades
Rising Senior at the University of Delaware
Ronald E. McNair Research Scholar
Nano-Medicine Research Assistant 2015
Medica
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Rising Senior at the University of Delaware
Ronald E. McNair Research Scholar
Nano-Medicine Research Assistant 2015
Medical Technology Vaccine Enhancement Research Assistant 2016
Mentors: Dr. Michelle Parent, Professor Arun Kumar of the Medical Laboratory Sciences Department
I use my creative side to write poetry and my hands to design and sell my own clothing. Additionally, I am an avid volunteer at a non-profit clinic giving back to those who cant afford but deserve necessary treatments.
Education
Nestled in the charming town of Newark, the University of Delaware thrives on a combination of rich historical significance and cutting-edge research. More than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students—affectionately know as Blue Hens—bring the UD c...
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CollegeUniversity of Delaware
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LocationNewark, DE
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Dean's List (4)
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Caitlin Blades has been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the Spring 2017 semester.
Caitlin Blades has been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the Spring 2017 semester. To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled full-time a...Spring 2017
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Caitlin Blades has been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the Fall 2016 semester.
Caitlin Blades has been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the Fall 2016 semester. To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled full-time and...Fall 2016
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Caitlin Blades named to Dean's List for Spring 2016
Caitlin Blades of Newark, DE, has been named to University of Delaware's Dean's List for the Spring 2016 semester. The Dean's List, an honor conferred at the end of the fall and spring semesters, ...Spring 2016
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Caitlin Blades Named to 2014 Spring Semester Dean's List at the University of Delaware
Caitlin Blades from Bridgeville, DE has been named to the University of Delaware's Dean's List for the 2014 spring semester. To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean's List, a student must be...Spring 2014
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Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth) is the newest member of the Geisinger Health System family. Geisinger Commonwealth offers a community-based model of medical education with campuses in Doylestown, Scranton, Sayre, Wilk...
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CollegeGeisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
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LocationScranton, PA
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Colleges across the country are recognizing students from Woodbridge High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from Woodbridge High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accom...
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High SchoolWoodbridge High School
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TypePublic High School (9-12)
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LocationBridgeville, DE
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Activities & Affiliations
Achievement
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Caitlin Blades researching breast cancer at the University of Delaware
Caitlin Blades of Bridgeville spent the summer conducting research at the University of Delaware. Blades works with a faculty mentor, developing new research skills and creating new knowledge, focu...Summer 2016
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Work Experience
Elmers Produce Stand
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Head Cashier, Flower & Fruit AssemblerMay 2012 - September 2014
Helped with sales, ensured quality customer service, weighed produce with digital scales, collected and counted large quantities of money from customers.
Cut samples of fruit/vegetables and making them available for customers.
Created and restocked product displays.
Picked sunflowers and loaded and unloaded fruit crates from trucks.Expand ▾
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Neuracon Biotech Inc.
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ScientistFebruary 2017 - PresentNeuracon Biotech Inc. is a research and development company headquartered in Newark, Delaware. As a Scientist my research is focused on Neurological Disorders, Oncology, Drug Delivery, Drug formulation development and nutraceuticals, cosmetics and biomedical devices. My responsibilities include planning and conducting experiments, recording and analyzing data, presenting results to senior research staff, writing reports, and organizing product/materials for testing. http://www.neuraconbiotech.com/about-us
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Ronald E. McNair Foundation
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Ronald E. McNair Scholar & Nano-medicine Research AssistantMay 2015 - PresentRonald E. McNair Summer Scholars Program Formally accepted into this summer research and graduate school preparation program for diverse students at the University of Delaware. Conducted research under the mentorship of Dr. Arun Kumar, developing a nano-curcumin treatment for stage four inflammatory breast cancer (IBC). Currently involved in the development of a nano-fiber scaffold for the differentiation of stem cells into specific cell lines.
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ARAMARK Refreshment Services
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Catering AssistantNovember 2014 - PresentDevelop solutions that drive business results as well as improve employee satisfaction Build and maintain successful partnerships around campus in order to maximize employee productivity Coached and trained new employees, for the development and performance of management Assisted in the development of recognition events, wellness activities, and special events around campus.
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