Cole Sawyer
About Cole Sawyer
Cole Sawyer is a Post-Bachelor Research Assistant at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in CRISPR-Cas9 applications for biodefense research. He has a background in Molecular Biology, with experience in confocal microscopy and genetic engineering.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Cole Sawyer has been serving as a Post-Bachelor Research Assistant at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2018. In this role, he engages in research activities that contribute to various scientific projects. His work focuses on advanced techniques in molecular biology, particularly in the application of CRISPR-Cas9 systems.
Previous Experience at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Cole Sawyer worked at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in multiple capacities in 2017. He served as a Teaching Assistant for four months, where he supported faculty and students in academic activities. Additionally, he volunteered as a Researcher for three months, contributing to ongoing research projects.
Internship at POET Ethanol Products
In 2017, Cole Sawyer completed a three-month internship at POET Ethanol Products in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota area. During this internship, he gained practical experience in research and development within the ethanol production industry.
Education in Molecular Biology
Cole Sawyer studied at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Applied Biological Science. His studies spanned from 2014 to 2018, focusing on molecular biology principles and practices.
Expertise in CRISPR-Cas9 and Genetic Engineering
Cole Sawyer specializes in the application of the S. pyogenes CRISPR-Cas9 system, particularly in creating auxotrophic mutants for biodefense research. He is skilled in plasmid design and assembly, as well as primer design, which are essential for genetic engineering and DNA amplification projects.