Ikenna Maduno
About Ikenna Maduno
Ikenna Maduno is an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Gerstein Lab at Yale University, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Yale and previously worked as a Student Researcher at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and in various roles at Yale.
Work at Yale University
Ikenna Maduno has been an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Gerstein Lab at Yale University since 2020. His role involves contributing to research projects in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology. Prior to this position, he worked in the Bindra Lab at Yale for three months in 2019. Additionally, he served as an Undergraduate Learning Assistant for the First-Year Scholars program at Yale for two months in 2019, where he supported incoming students in their academic transition.
Education and Expertise
Ikenna Maduno studied at the California Academy of Mathematics and Science from 2014 to 2018, where he completed the Biotechnology Pathway. He then pursued a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Yale University from 2018 to 2022. His educational background provides a strong foundation in scientific principles and research methodologies relevant to his current work.
Background
Ikenna Maduno has a diverse background in research and community service. He worked as a Student Researcher at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium from 2017 to 2018, where he gained practical experience in marine biology research. Additionally, he served as the Committee Chair of the Torrance Youth Council and represented the ATTIC Advisory Committee from 2016 to 2018, demonstrating his commitment to youth engagement and leadership in his community.
Research Experience
Ikenna Maduno has accumulated significant research experience during his academic career. His tenure at Yale University includes roles in both the Gerstein Lab and the Bindra Lab, where he engaged in various research projects. His experience as a Student Researcher at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium further complements his research skills, providing him with a well-rounded perspective in scientific inquiry.