Birath CV
SHAYLA L. BIRATH
------------ ??------------ ??Irvine, CA
OBJECTIVE:
While training in elite sports programs and working at challenging research and legal offices, I�ve developed my professional and organizational skills and am a quick study. My experience working within scientific research has developed me as a critical thinker and problem solver, while working with large clients within a law firm has developed my communication and listening skills. My time balancing high stress training and work has taught me the importance of mental and physical health while devoting myself entirely to professional and athletic pursuits.
EDUCATION: 2013 � 2017 The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
� Bachelor of Arts, Biology
� Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
� Exchange student at The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, 2016
� Minor, Philosophy, Politics & Economics
� Graduated Honors Laureate
� Summer Exchange at Lorenzo De Medici, Florence, Italy, 2014
2019-Present The University of California, Irvine
� Post-Baccalaureate program in Psychological Sciences
PUBLICATIONS AND KEY PORJECTS:
T Cells Establish and Maintain CNS Viral Infection in HIV-infected Humanized Mice
Honeycutt et. al, Article in Journal of Clinical Investigation, Vol. 128, Issue 7, July 2, 2018, co-author
Reforming National Public Health Law to realize the Global Health Security Agenda
Meier et. al, Article in Medical Law Review, Vol. 0, No. 0, pp.1 - 30, March 31, 2017, co-author
Mo1869 Gut Bacteria and Inflammation Are Associated with Diverticulosis
Article in Gastroenterology 148(4):S - 731 April 2015, Second Author
WORK EXPERIENCE:
July 2018� June 2019
Business Development Associate: POLITICO Washington, D.C.
� Prospected new businesses for growth, reached out to potential clients to schedule consultations and aid the Business Executives, and handle customer service for POLITICO Pro
June 2017 � July 2018
Design Patent Prosecution Specialist: Banner & Witcoff, Intellectual Property, LTD. Washington, D.C.
� Specialized in the prosecution and enforcement of US and international design patents for clients including Nike Inc.
� Communicate directly with Nike Inc., along with other clients, to address patent issues, strategies, and operations.
May 2015 � June 2017
Research Technician: Center for Infectious Diseases, HIV Cure Center, lab of Dr. J Victor Garcia �Martinez Chapel Hill, North Carolina
� Completed virology and immunology research using humanized mouse models infected with HIV or ZIKA virus.
� Publication in Journal of Clinical Investigation
Sept. 2013 � May 2015
Student Research Assistant: Center for Gastrointestinal Biology & Disease (CGIBD), Lab of Temitope Keku Chapel Hill, North Carolina
� Researched the role of gut microbiota in colorectal cancer.
� Research results published in Gastroenterology.
� Received Carolina Research Scholar Fellowship.
CLUBS, ACTIVITIES, & LEADERSHIP
2019 � Present | Newport Sea Base High Performance Athlete: Training for the US National Team and 2024/2028 Olympics
2017 � 2019 | Potomac Boat Club High Performance Athlete: Training for the US National Team and 2024/2028 Olympics
2019 | Capitol Rowing Club Adaptive Rowing, Adult Rowing, and Juniors Rowing Coach
2018 � 2019 | Walt Whitman High School Head Novice Women�s Rowing Coach
2013 � 2017 | University of North Carolina DI Women�s Rowing & CHAOS Rowing Athlete
2015 � 2016 | UNSW Varsity Rowing Team
2013 � 2017 | Honors Executive Board in Student Government at UNC-CH
2015 � 2017 | Alpha Phi Omega, Co-ed Service Fraternity � Alumni Chair
2013 � 2017 | Tutor, Hargraves Center for Local High School Students
2019 | Research Associate at UNC�s Institute of Marine Science � completed field work looking at fisheries and ocean ecology
SHAYLA L. BIRATH
------------ ??------------ ??Irvine, CA
OBJECTIVE:
While training in elite sports programs and working at challenging research and legal offices, I�ve developed my professional and organizational skills and am a quick study. My experience working within scientific research has developed me as a critical thinker and problem solver, while working with large clients within a law firm has developed my communication and listening skills. My time balancing high stress training and work has taught me the importance of mental and physical health while devoting myself entirely to professional and athletic pursuits.
EDUCATION: 2013 � 2017 The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
� Bachelor of Arts, Biology
� Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
� Exchange student at The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, 2016
� Minor, Philosophy, Politics & Economics
� Graduated Honors Laureate
� Summer Exchange at Lorenzo De Medici, Florence, Italy, 2014
2019-Present The University of California, Irvine
� Post-Baccalaureate program in Psychological Sciences
PUBLICATIONS AND KEY PORJECTS:
T Cells Establish and Maintain CNS Viral Infection in HIV-infected Humanized Mice
Honeycutt et. al, Article in Journal of Clinical Investigation, Vol. 128, Issue 7, July 2, 2018, co-author
Reforming National Public Health Law to realize the Global Health Security Agenda
Meier et. al, Article in Medical Law Review, Vol. 0, No. 0, pp.1 - 30, March 31, 2017, co-author
Mo1869 Gut Bacteria and Inflammation Are Associated with Diverticulosis
Article in Gastroenterology 148(4):S - 731 April 2015, Second Author
WORK EXPERIENCE:
July 2018� June 2019
Business Development Associate: POLITICO Washington, D.C.
� Prospected new businesses for growth, reached out to potential clients to schedule consultations and aid the Business Executives, and handle customer service for POLITICO Pro
June 2017 � July 2018
Design Patent Prosecution Specialist: Banner & Witcoff, Intellectual Property, LTD. Washington, D.C.
� Specialized in the prosecution and enforcement of US and international design patents for clients including Nike Inc.
� Communicate directly with Nike Inc., along with other clients, to address patent issues, strategies, and operations.
May 2015 � June 2017
Research Technician: Center for Infectious Diseases, HIV Cure Center, lab of Dr. J Victor Garcia �Martinez Chapel Hill, North Carolina
� Completed virology and immunology research using humanized mouse models infected with HIV or ZIKA virus.
� Publication in Journal of Clinical Investigation
Sept. 2013 � May 2015
Student Research Assistant: Center for Gastrointestinal Biology & Disease (CGIBD), Lab of Temitope Keku Chapel Hill, North Carolina
� Researched the role of gut microbiota in colorectal cancer.
� Research results published in Gastroenterology.
� Received Carolina Research Scholar Fellowship.
CLUBS, ACTIVITIES, & LEADERSHIP
2019 � Present | Newport Sea Base High Performance Athlete: Training for the US National Team and 2024/2028 Olympics
2017 � 2019 | Potomac Boat Club High Performance Athlete: Training for the US National Team and 2024/2028 Olympics
2019 | Capitol Rowing Club Adaptive Rowing, Adult Rowing, and Juniors Rowing Coach
2018 � 2019 | Walt Whitman High School Head Novice Women�s Rowing Coach
2013 � 2017 | University of North Carolina DI Women�s Rowing & CHAOS Rowing Athlete
2015 � 2016 | UNSW Varsity Rowing Team
2013 � 2017 | Honors Executive Board in Student Government at UNC-CH
2015 � 2017 | Alpha Phi Omega, Co-ed Service Fraternity � Alumni Chair
2013 � 2017 | Tutor, Hargraves Center for Local High School Students
2019 | Research Associate at UNC�s Institute of Marine Science � completed field work looking at fisheries and ocean ecology