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Diana Soo Han
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Objective
To pursue a career as a Forensic DNA analyst
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Education
Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics August 2014
University of New Haven
Master of Science in Forensic Science – Criminalistics May 2014
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience December 2011
University of California Riverside
Course Highlights: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Statistics
Certificate in Crime Scene Investigation March 2012
University of California Riverside Extension
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Honors & Awards
Graduate Thesis Award for Forensic Science April 2014
University of New Haven
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Online Training
National Institute of Justice Training Certificate of Completion January 2014
Laboratory Orientation and Testing of Body Fluids and Tissues
National Institute of Justice Training Certificate of Completion January 2014
STR Data Analysis and Interpretation for Forensic Analysts
Credible Witness Certificate: Webinar May 2013
What makes a credible witness webinar
Expert Witness: Webinar May 2013
The Role of a Computer Forensic Expert From Retention Through Trial
Under the hood: Webinar June 2013
How microfluidic technology drives rapid DNA analysis is Tomorrow!
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Professional Conferences
American Academy of Forensic Sciences February 2014
66TH
Annual Scientific Meeting
Speaker – Poster Presentation
Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists September 2013
2013 Annual Meeting
American Academy of Forensic Sciences February 2013
65TH
Annual Scientific Meeting
21st
Annual Arnold Markle Symposium October 2012
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2. Diana Soo Han
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Experience
Graduate Thesis Research September 2012 – March 2014
University of New Haven - Dr. Michael Adamowicz
Thesis title: Analysis of Stochastic Level DNA Mixtures. Examined the peak height ratio of non-overlapping
heterozygous alleles in a two person mixtures in various ratios and single source samples of DNA quantities
from high level down to the stochastic level
• Extraction and purification of buccal swabs using the QIAamp®
DNA Mini Kit
• Quantification of DNA samples with the ABI®
Quantifiler®
Human DNA Quantification Kit using
the ABI®
7500 Real-Time PCR System
• PCR amplification with the Promega PowerPlex®
16 HS Kit and PowerPlex®
Fusion Kit using the
GeneAmp®
9700 thermal cycler
• Separation and injection of samples using the ABI®
3130xl Genetic Analyzer
• Data analysis and interpretation using the GeneMapper®
ID v 3.2.1
Graduate Research Assistant July 2013 – June 2014
University of New Haven – Dr. David Schroeder
Assisting Dr. Schroeder in a National Institute of Justice funded research study in criminal cases
• Collecting data
• Coding and entering data
• Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) data processing
Undergraduate Research Assistant September 2011 – August 2012
University of California Riverside – Dr. Frances Sladek
Assisted post-doctoral researcher Dr. Poonam Deol in examining the effects of a Western-style diet on obesity,
metabolic syndrome and colonic health in mice
• Tracked mouse weights and amount of food consumed per week
• Collected samples for microbial analysis
• Recorded observations and data entry
• Preparatory work for sample collection and analysis
• Organ harvesting for analysis
• Tissue sectioning
Neuroscience Laboratory course March 2011 – June 2011
University of California Riverside - CBNS Department
• Conducted experiments by using electrophysiological, chemical, and anatomical research methods
in analyzing neurons and neural systems of invertebrate and vertebrate animal systems
• Prepared scientific reports based on observations and data collected
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Volunteer Experience
Volunteer on Patrol January 2012 – August 2012
Cerritos Sheriff’s Department – Emely Merina
• Completed of Volunteer on Patrol Academy
• Completed EVOC for volunteer (Emergency Vehicle Operator Course)
• Completed CPR certification
• Patrolled the city of Cerritos, directed traffic control, trained in DUI checkpoints and assisting in
disastrous events, and performed office related work
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Additional Skills
Computer: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe Photoshop, SPSS
Languages: Bilingual in English and Korean