I am an alumni of Kent State University where I received a B.S. in Biology with a concentration in cellular and molecular biology. I then received my teaching certification from Ashland University. I believe that science is important to daily life and communicating what I've learned can change the world, one student at a time. I am passionate about anything science related and look forward to tutoring you in such areas!
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...marine invertebrates and published a paper with him. Since then I have completed my PhD from New York University and contributed to the field of neuroscience with a long history of high-impact publications in ion channels and neurotransmitter receptors, as well as genomics and structural biology. My interest in teaching grew when I got a position lecturing in physiology, neuroscience and cell biology at the medical school level, in the Caribbean, because the experience gave...
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...a teacher and a military reservist, I am passionate about serving and helping people reach their full potential. I have taught for 9 years, and have worked with students from grades K-12 in a variety of subjects including reading, math, science, and social studies, and I also have extensive experience working with special education students. I recently completed my Ed.S., and am excited to use the skills and knowledge I have acquired to help students...
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I truly enjoy helping student learn and grow! I believe my interactive and engaging methods help student understand concept, instead of memorization!
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...community college or an online university. I am passionate about Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biology, and I enjoy sharing insights on efficient learning techniques. Tutoring has always been a significant part of my life, from childhood to the present. I have consistently sought opportunities to tutor family members and friends in science and math, finding joy in helping others understand these subjects. These moments are unforgettable and reinforce my dedication to education and my love...
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...and discovering the relationship between the invertebrate immune system and diet. Multiple projects were included, however my responsibility was to determine a lethal dose (LD50) using Bacillus thuringiensis on buckeye caterpillar population. However, it was not until I had the good fortune of being selected for the Ronald E. Mcnair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program, a program designed to prepare first-generation, underrepresented students like myself for graduate education, that I solidified my interests in infectious diseases and...
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I graduated from Drexel University with a Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering and an MD. I've also done some masters courses in Biomed at Johns Hopkins and taught people from grade school to fellow physicians. I believe that the best knowledge comes from deep understanding of fundamental principles and building things up from there. I lean heavy towards science but am very appreciative of the humanities subjects and am happy to help students with either.
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...I was a sophmore in high school. I have tutored both Math and Science courses. I obtained my B.S. from Otterbein University and my M.S. from The University of Arizona. During both my undergraduate and graduate career I tutored and taught classes in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry and Nursing Chemistry. I have always loved teaching and helping others learn about new material and apply it to their everyday life. I hope I...
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...Mubarrat Um Al Hussein, an all boys orphanage in Jordan, and as a tutor in the ELS program at Union High School, Grand Rapids. My experiences with UNHCR, as well as that at Mabarrat Um Al Hussein, and the ELS program at Union High School, have strengthened my resolve to work towards the development of education for children and young-adults around the world. I am excited by the opportunity to help advance student learning comprehension...
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...from experiencing the excitement and wonder as young minds discover the beauty of a natural phenomenon or learn about the research of a pioneer scientist that uncovered another mystery of our world. Much of the job entailed educational program and interactive performances on subjects of various scientific themes. I worked throughout the museum doing exhibit operations or conducting mini demonstrations based on the section of the museum I was positioned in. My favorite areas to...
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...my residency. I focus on the medical boards exam (ABIM), USMLE, MCAT, NAPLEX, and NCLEX. I also assist with presentations and projects. I will work with you on fund of knowledge, clinical context, comprehension, test taking skills, and study tips and tricks. What you will see is that I have a unique approach which makes even the most challenging topics understandable and digestible. We will make even the seemingly most insurmountable challenge an opportunity for...
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Hello! I am recent graduate from GGC with a biology major and a minor in chemistry. I am currently working on my Masters in Nursing, and I would love to help out in any way I can with whatever knowledge I can provide!
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...a safe learning community by creating and facilitating interactive programs. I've worked as an Administrator for a Master's program focusing on Stem Cell Biology at the University of Southern California and I've worked with medical doctors who are seeking to become specialized in their chosen field of Otolaryngology at the University of Nevada as Program Coordinator. My drive, determination, perseverance has helped me attain these career opportunities and have solidified my passion for working in...
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...I have been a tutor for the past six years, and have worked with students from a diverse array of backgrounds. I started out as a volunteer K-5 English and Math tutor at a center for underprivileged youth in rural Ohio. After graduating high school and starting college, I began working as a college biology and Spanish tutor at the university success center. I was designated the top tutor of 2021, having conducted 250 sessions...
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...symposiums and retreats. This trained my presentation skills to share my research in important scientific meetings in the US: I won best poster award at the Gordon Research Conference (GRC) in 2022 and was an invited speaker at Cold Spring Harbor meeting in 2023, among others. Besides my research experience, I have a strong commitment to improve higher education in STEM. Since 2020, I co-direct the Research Experience for Peruvian Undergrads (REPU) program, that provides...
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I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in biology. Currently, I am a law student at Emory University. I am excited to help students learn tactics and strategies that will allow them to succeed on the LSAT! While studying for the LSAT, I used these tactics and strategies to increase my score by 18 points and score in the 99th percentile of all LSAT takers.
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Hello! My name is Daniel Gordon and I work in the pharmaceutical industry as a microbiologist. I received my PhD from the University of South Carolina in Biochemistry, and am very passionate about organic chemistry and the small world of molecular biology! Nature is the inspiration for all great inventions, and has so much to teach us. I want to inspire my students to learn from the natural world around them!
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...assistance in my lab classes and doing problems in class. Additionally, my friends and coworkers trust me to proofread their essays and articles for clients. I am also a student, so I can better relate to the current teaching methods. Finally, I am brilliant and an expert test taker. I was in the top 3% of high school scholars in California, and I have continually made the deans list while taking both science and arts...
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...(BIOL 100) as well as the accompanying lab (BIOL 102) for two years. Teaching biology to students who were non-majors in biology was a rewarding learning experience (pun intended). Every student is different, and we all learn in different ways. I understand that different learning styles require different teaching styles, yet the most common approach leading to the road of success is identifying any weak areas and addressing them. I have had wonderful instructors who...
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...Physiology, Endocrinology, General Biology, Organic Chemistry and Molecular Biology. I love tutoring biological sciences because there are endless examples, workable problems and area of interest that help to make the subject really fun! My teaching philosophy centers around individualism, no student learns the exact same way as any other student and I am a firm believer in catering my teaching to the needs of my students. I was born and raised in Wyoming, so the...
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Victoria Cell Biology Tutoring FAQ
Cell biology involves studying cells and their life cycle, their structure, and their physiology. If you are having a challenging time keeping up with your coursework in the subject, a cell biology tutor can help. If you have been looking for "cell biology tutoring near me," contact Varsity Tutors today so that we can help you connect with a cell biology tutor.
Here are the major concepts that a cell biology tutor can cover:
Meiosis
Mitosis
Chemical and molecular environment
Growth and development
Cell biology typically focuses on eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells are typically covered in microbiology. The study of eukaryotic cells can be quite complex. As such, it can be helpful to have cell biology tutoring as a resource outside of learning in the classroom. One major advantage of working with a cell biology tutor is that they can spend as much time going over the subject material as students need to fully understand each topic. This often isn't available in a classroom setting because professors often have to move quickly in order to get through all of the material.
One of the most challenging topics when it comes to cell biology is the area of growth and development. Cell biology tutoring can assist with this complex topic. Whether students are trying to learn about cell division, DNA replication, or cell growth, a cell biology tutor can help them understand what is happening within the cell at each stage.
One of the challenges with studying cell biology is keeping students interested. It can be difficult for students to visualize and engage with cells because they are not readily visible. Students are often more interested in learning about animals or anatomy because they can easily observe these things. This is often not the case with cells. But learning about cells can be just as fascinating because life would not exist without them.
As such, cell biology tutoring can be helpful because a cell biology tutor can help students find ways to apply what they are learning. Cell biology can be applied in both the genetic and medical fields, which are often more interesting for students to learn about. Once a tutor understands what students are interested in, they can help them apply cell biology topics to their interests.
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Recent Victoria Cell Biology Tutoring Session Notes
We discussed the format of the student's class and how best to help her study. We also covered one of her upcoming chapters on the cell membrane. We decided that the best way to move forward would be for the student to read the chapters ahead of time and take note of any subjects, or any questions she has, and then we can cover them in each session. We have another session scheduled in 2 days to go over the chapters we did not cover yet.
In this tutoring session, we first went over the topic of enzyme kinetics and then we finished up by reviewing amino acids/entropy in preparation for the student's cell biology exam. Specific topics include competitive/non-competitive inhibition, protein structure, protein folding, Michaelis-Mentin equation, and ubiquitination. Since our first session, the student has made significant progress in memorizing the properties as well as letter codings for the 20 different amino acids, and she demonstrated a good understanding of how proteins fold to achieve stability.
Introduced ourselves and began working through extra questions for his Molecular biology class. We focused on carbohydrate biology and nomenclature, stereochemistry of simple sugars, and exponential bacterial growth.
This session mainly focused on distinguishing prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, specifically by identifying organelles. We also covered transcription and translation a little more in depth than we did other subjects. The session began with a quick overview of prokaryotic and eukaryotic characteristics but the latter portion was dedicated to helping the student with her assignment (10 questions regarding prokaryotic cells and 10 questions regarding eukaryotic cells).
No scores were seen, although I did notice she was able to deduce most of the answers by herself after the initial explanation of eukaryotic vs. prokaryotic characteristics.
I noticed the student mostly struggled with conceptualizing what organelles are and what their specific functions are within the cell, although I believe her assignment may have helped with that after illustrating the two kinds of cells.
Tonight we covered mitosis and cellular respiration of glycolysis and the citric acid cycle. We utilized the learning tools and diagrams to help understand the concepts she was learning. She received her second exam back and got a 60% without the curve; she got a 50% on the first exam. I suggested that she write out the cycles on a white board to practice since the cycles are so intricate.
Today we reviewed the types of bonds (polar and non-polar covalent bonds, ionic, hydrogen, Van der Waals forces) with the student. We also went over monomers and polymers, monosaccharides and carbohydrates. We ended with some homework on hydrocarbons/lipids, electrons/neutrons/protons, isotopes, valence shells.
