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Karla Ortega

@karlaortega

Biomedical engineer at Texas A&M who characterized engineered uterine tissue responses to inform therapy development.

United States
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At Texas A&M University, I led a research project characterizing how engineered uterine myometrial tissue responds to pharmacological stimuli to inform therapy development. I prepared and troubleshot systems combining biological and mechanical instrumentation, and collaborated with a surgeon partner on human tissue research.

At New Mexico State University, I mapped metabolic changes in breast cancer drug resistance using flow cytometry and developed MATLAB code that reduced data processing time by 10x. I’ve also trained lab members in device operation and sterile technique, and presented research findings at conferences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Texas A&M University logoTU

Graduate Research Assistant

Texas A&M University

Aug 2024 - Aug 2026 (2 years)

Led a research project characterizing the mechanical response of engineered uterine myometrial tissue to varied pharmacological stimuli. Prepared, assembled, and troubleshot multicomponent systems combining biologic and mechanical instrumentation, and mentored lab members on device operation and sterile technique.

RL

Sales Associate

Rustics For Less

May 2020 - Nov 2022 (2 years 6 months)

Delivered personalized customer service in a fast-paced environment, answering questions and resolving concerns. Streamlined shipping and inventory management processes, reducing order processing time by 70%.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Texas A&M University logoTU

Texas A&M University

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

2024 -

Grade: 3.8

Activities and societies: NIH IMSD Fellow

M.S. in Biomedical Engineering with a GPA of 3.8, NIH IMSD Fellow, coursework in Biomechanics, FDA Regulations, Entrepreneurship for Medical Devices, and Project Management.

New Mexico State University logoNU

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

2020 - 2024

Grade: 3.7

Activities and societies: NIH MARC Fellow, University Honors Program

B.S. in Chemical Engineering with a GPA of 3.7, minor in Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry, University Honors Program, NIH MARC Fellow.

EX

ExxonMobil

Six Sigma White Belt, Six Sigma

Six Sigma White Belt certification.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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