James Rekowski
About James Rekowski
James Rekowski is an Undergraduate Research Assistant at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where he conducts research on the Hippo-Yap pathway and its applications in treating congenital heart defects. He also serves as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in Pitt Chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh, utilizing advanced techniques such as cryosectioning, immunostaining, confocal microscopy, and PCR in his work.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
James Rekowski has been employed as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2022. In this role, he engages in research focused on the Hippo-Yap pathway and its potential applications in treating congenital heart defects. His work involves utilizing advanced techniques such as cryosectioning and immunostaining to analyze heart tissue samples.
Education and Expertise
James Rekowski studied at the University of Pittsburgh, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry with a Bioscience Option and Pre-Medicine track from 2020 to 2024. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in the sciences, particularly in areas relevant to his research and teaching roles.
Background
James Rekowski completed his high school education at Pine-Richland High School from 2016 to 2020. His academic journey laid the groundwork for his subsequent studies in chemistry and his involvement in research and teaching at the university level.
Current Role as Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Since 2021, James Rekowski has also served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in Pitt Chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh. In this capacity, he supports the educational development of fellow students while furthering his own understanding of chemistry and related disciplines.
Research Techniques and Methodologies
In his research, James Rekowski employs various advanced techniques, including confocal microscopy and polymerase chain reaction (PCR), to analyze heart tissue samples. These methodologies are essential for investigating the biological mechanisms underlying congenital heart defects and contribute to his ongoing research initiatives.