Alexandra Straus
About Alexandra Straus
Alexandra Straus is a Pedagogy Research Assistant and PhD candidate at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. She has extensive experience in biology education and research, particularly in organismal biology, with a focus on cnidarians.
Work at The George Washington University
Alexandra Straus has held multiple positions at The George Washington University. She has served as a Teaching Assistant since 2017, contributing to the educational development of students in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she worked as a Pedagogy Research Assistant starting in 2018, focusing on enhancing teaching methods and educational practices. Her role as an Organismal Biology Research Assistant from 2017 to 2020 involved conducting research in the field of biology. She also worked as an Environmental Biology Research Assistant for nine months in 2016 and 2017, further solidifying her experience in various biological research areas.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Straus studied at The George Washington University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from 2015 to 2019. Her academic background provided her with a solid foundation in biological sciences. Currently, she is a PhD Candidate at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, a position she has held since 2020. Her research has focused on organismal biology, particularly the biology of cnidarians, including jellyfish and corals, which she studied during her internship at the Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural History.
Background
Alexandra Straus has a diverse background in biology and research. She began her academic journey at The George Washington University, where she developed her interest in biological sciences. Throughout her career, she has gained experience in various research roles, including her internship at the Smithsonian Institution, where she worked as an Aquarist Research Intern from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she has experience in the legal field, having worked as a Paralegal at Healthcare Legal Solutions, LLC for one year in 2019 to 2020.
Research Focus and Experience
Alexandra Straus has concentrated her research efforts on organismal biology, with a specific focus on cnidarians, such as jellyfish and corals. Her work at the Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural History, allowed her to explore these organisms in depth. Over the past four years, she has worked in several ecology-oriented labs, gaining valuable experience in biological research. Her roles have included various research assistant positions, where she contributed to projects that enhance the understanding of ecological systems.