Audrey Custard

Driven and adaptable professional with a strong work ethic, demonstrated by balancing two jobs while maintaining a 3.0+ GPA in a demanding full-time academic program. Brings over six years of experience in the service industry, excelling in customer relations, hospitality, and professional communication. Offers extensive research experience in the sciences—particularly biochemistry—through hands-on lab work, conference presentations, and mentoring roles. Skilled in data interpretation, critical analysis, and time management, with a passion for helping others and applying scientific knowledge to drive meaningful outcomes.

• Researched the role of beta-lactamase enzymes in antibiotic resistance, with a focus on enzyme kinetics and resistance-related mutations.
• Utilized SDS-PAGE, PCR, HPLC, and Western blotting to analyze protein expression, purification, and functionality of enzyme variants.
• Interpreted and synthesized data to identify resistance mechanisms and evaluate potential inhibitory pathways.
• Collaborated with faculty and student researchers to optimize experimental design and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Presented a research poster and paper to faculty and peers, highlighting findings and their implications for antibiotic resistance and drug development.