Joshua Misa

Joshua Misa has a diverse work experience that spans various industries. Joshua started their career as an Undergraduate Researcher at the University of California, Riverside, where they investigated metabolic engineering pathways in the yeast Yarrowia Lipolytica using the CRISPR-Cas9 system. During their time there, they gained proficiency in several laboratory techniques, including plasmid cloning/design, PCR, DNA extraction/clean-up, gel electrophoresis, and E. coli and yeast transformations.

Joshua then became a Chancellor's Research Fellow at the same institution, focusing on their independent research project titled "Engineering Lipid Droplets in Yarrowia Lipolytica as a Novel Synthetic Biological Tool." Joshua studied the characteristics and compositions of lipid droplets in the yeast and made progress towards developing a generic biological tool for more efficient production of natural and synthetic products.

In 2018, Joshua joined Zymo Research Corp as a Research and Development Intern, gaining practical experience in the field. Joshua returned to Zymo Research Corp in 2023 as a Scientist I, further building on their expertise.

Outside of academia and research, Joshua also served as a Marching Band Instructor at Martin Luther King High School and March Middle School. In these roles, they taught marching techniques to students and promoted healthy lifestyles and fitness through various exercises.

Overall, Joshua Misa has a solid background in scientific research and has developed a wide range of laboratory skills. Joshua'sexperience in both academia and industry makes him a valuable asset in the scientific field.

Joshua Misa began their education journey in 2014 at the University of California, Riverside, where they pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering. Joshua successfully completed their undergraduate studies in 2018.

Following their Bachelor's Degree, Joshua Misa decided to further their education by pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at UCLA. Joshua enrolled in the program in 2018 and is expected to complete it in 2023. Joshua'sfield of study at UCLA is Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.