Li Gao 2018
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Li Gao 2018

Northwestern University 2009-2013
Degree NameBachelor of Science (B.S.) Field Of StudySpeech and Hearing Science

New York College of Osteopathic Medicine 2014 -2017
Degree NameDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)



Photographer
Li Gao Photography
Jun 2006 – Present
New York City Area
CLIENTS: •Steep Rock Bouldering •Alice Beneicke Counsulting & Design •Michael Anthony Collection •Mona and Holly Collection •Rafal Mierzejewski (Poland) •STITCH Magazine •Gavin Collection.


Postbaccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award
NameNational Institutes of Health (NIH/NIDCD)
Jul 2013 – May 2014
Bethesda, MD
•Conducted independent study on role of lmx1a gene on the development of the sensory, non-sensory, and neurological tissues in the inner ear, and its function on hearing and balance.
•Trained in confocal microscopy, real time PCR (Q-PCR), tissue RNA extraction to cDNA, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, frozen cryostat section, mice mating, gavaging, cochlea & hindbrain dissection.


Volunteer Leader/ Photographer
Mather LifeWays
Sep 2009 – Jun 2013
•Led seniors with dementia in exercise, socials, and dining activities.
•Recruited new student volunteers and organized annual volunteer appreciation ceremony.
•Received a $2000 Inspire Media Grant from Northwestern to photograph and created a gallery - displayed in memory support unit.


Peer Mentor
Northwestern University Searle Center for Advancing Learning & Teaching
Sep 2011 – Jun 2012
Evanston, IL
•Facilitated a group of eight students enrolled in Organic Chemistry workshop on weekly basis.
•Conducted weekly meeting with Northwestern Organic Chemistry professors to prepare worksheets targeted to improve student’s critical thinking skills.


Historian
Phi Delta Epsilon
Sep 2010 – Jun 2012
Evanston, IL
•Founded with classmates, a new PhiDE chapter at Northwestern.
•Organized social events and guest speaker workshops, open to the entire campus.
•Led a group of students to volunteer at local nursing homes and homeless shelters.