Justin Greene
About Justin Greene
Justin Greene is an Octant Apprentice with a background in molecular and cellular biology. He previously worked as a research assistant at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and co-founded Agara Bio, a student-led wet-lab initiative.
Work at Octant
Justin Greene has been working at Octant as an Apprentice since 2021. His role involves contributing to various projects within the organization, leveraging his background in molecular and cellular biology. Octant focuses on advancing biotechnology, and Greene's experience aligns with the company's mission to innovate in this field.
Previous Experience at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Before joining Octant, Justin Greene served as a Research Assistant at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health from 2017 to 2021. During his four years in this role, he worked in the Davis Lab, where he explored the relationship between single-cell bacterial growth and stress in murine and microfluidic systems. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in research methodologies and laboratory techniques.
Co-Founder and President of Agara Bio
Justin Greene co-founded Agara Bio in 2018 and served as its President until 2021. Agara Bio was a student-led community wet-lab at Johns Hopkins University, aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation among students interested in biotechnology. His leadership in this initiative demonstrated his commitment to advancing scientific research and education.
Education and Academic Achievements
Justin Greene graduated from The Johns Hopkins University with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology in 2021. He previously attended Boca Raton Community High School, where he achieved a High School Diploma as Salutatorian. His academic accomplishments include receiving the Emerging Leader Award for Undergraduates, highlighting his leadership potential during his studies.
Personal Interests
In addition to his professional and academic pursuits, Justin Greene enjoys playing the guitar. This interest reflects his diverse skill set and personal passions outside of his scientific endeavors.