Ellie Kennedy
University of New Mexico Undergraduate
About Me
Hello! I am an undergraduate student researcher in the Serda lab. I joined as a CURE Student in July 2023. I became an official member in May of 2024 after graduating from Sandia High School.
I am majoring in Biochemistry with a minor in Health, Medicine and Human Values. My goal is to attend UNM’s Medical School and become a physician-researcher. I aspire to provide culturally sensitive care to underserved communities in New Mexico and reduce disparities in cancer treatment and care.
In my free time I love to play soccer, run, hike, garden, cook, and spend time with my family.
International Baccalaureate Diploma and Honors Recipient, May 2024
Internship Program at the office of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
Recent Work
Prophylactic Cancer Vaccine
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Administration of silicified cancer cell vaccine pre cancer challenge to demonstrate memory T-cell mediated systemic immunity
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Investigation of cellular mechanisms that govern immune response
Classification of Omental Milky Spots (OMS)
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3D spatial imaging of omentum using Light Sheet microscopy
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Interpret change in size and cellular composition of OMS as cancer challenge progresses
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Collaboration with Tonmoy Chakraborty and Nikhil Sain from UNM’s Physics & Astrophysics Department