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Alice Khalil

@alicekhalil

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Neuroscience research analyst blending microscopy, AI, and clinical observation to improve diagnostics.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an entry-level research role where I can combine confocal/fluorescent microscopy, data analysis, and AI thinking—while learning from clinicians and lab teams to support stronger diagnostic and neurological insights.

I’m a neuroscience-focused research analyst who turns lab observations into testable conclusions. In the SLU Neuroscience Lab, I conducted a blind study on stress & sleep deprivation in C. elegans, assessing mitochondrial health and Green Fluorescent Protein expression using confocal and fluorescent microscopy, and analyzing behavioral outcomes during quiescence.

I also bridge experimental work with emerging computational questions. Through research on AI chatbot confidence and a summer project synthesizing nitrogen and gamma carbon dots for fluorescence biosensors, I’ve built a strong foundation in spectroscopy and careful documentation of early findings. Outside the lab, I volunteer at UCHealth shadowing a neurosurgeon and serve as an Emergency Medical Technician, while peer tutoring and leading student representation through nearly $500,000 in student organization funding.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Volunteer & Clinical Observer

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UCHealth

Jun 2026 - Present (1 month)

Volunteers while shadowing a neurosurgeon during patient consultations, procedures, and rounds. Observes surgical planning and decision-making and supports hospital operations across departments.

Surgical Planning Patient Consultation

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Summer Research Intern

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University of Malaya

May 2026 - Present (2 months)

Researches why AI chatbots state false information confidently by comparing with patterns in neurological conditions. Reviews scientific literature and develops AI behavior predictions for future testing.

AI Chatbot Evaluation literature review Research Methodology Behavior Prediction

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Research Analyst

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SLU Neuroscience Lab

Jan 2026 - Present (6 months)

Conducts research on stress and sleep deprivation effects in C. elegans, including behavioral and biological assessments. Uses confocal/fluorescent microscopy to assess mitochondrial health and Green Fluorescent Protein expression.

C. Elegans Confocal Microscopy Mitochondrial Health Assessment Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) Expression Analysis Dormancy Analysis

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Board of Trustees Student Delegate

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Thelomathesian Student Government

Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Represents students in meetings with the Board of Trustees and campus administration to improve campus issues. Helps oversee student organization business matters and funding with student leadership.

Student Representation Stakeholder Communication Budget Oversight Administrative Coordination

Summer Research Intern

St. Lawrence University

Jun 2025 - Aug 2025 (2 months)

Synthesizes nitrogen and gamma carbon dots for use in a fluorescent biosensor targeting early heart attack detection. Uses UV-Vis and fluorescence spectroscopy and tests carbon dot responses with proteins.

Carbon Dot Synthesis Fluorescent Biosensors UV Vis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

St. Lawrence University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Grade: GPA: 3.866/4.000

Activities and societies: Related coursework: Organic Chemistry I/II, Intro/Advanced Neuroscience, Cellular Mechanisms of Memory, Biochemistry, Research Methods in Fluorescence and Confocal Microscopy. Honors: Dean’s List (Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025); Omicron Delta Kappa (Nov 2025).

Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Chemistry. Completed coursework including Organic Chemistry and Advanced Neuroscience, with Dean’s List recognition (Fall 2023–Fall 2025) and Omicron Delta Kappa (Nov 2025).