Abigail G
- Research Program Mentor
PhD candidate at Dartmouth College
Expertise
Cancer biology, research, translational research
Bio
My name is Abigail Goen. I am a fourth, almost fifth year Ph.D student in the Miller and Samkoe Labs at Dartmouth College. My research is primarily focused on testing novel therapeutics to treat drug-resistant, metastatic breast cancer. I have two main projects; (i) testing potential drug targets in dormant cancer, and (ii) identifying new drug targets against a particular mutation that drives metastases and disease recurrence. Although our lab spans basic, translational, and clinical research, I do most of my work in vitro and in mouse models. My undergraduate work was more microbiology focused and looked at sequencing bacteria. Outside of the lab I am a mom of three. I have a freshman in college studying Neuroscience, one in high school (12th) whom is entrepreneurial-focused, and an 8th grader that is a talented athlete and has a great engineering mind. We live in the lakes region in NH and spend most of our time outside boating, fishing, and kayaking. We have 2 doodles and are completely obsessed with them. I love to share my passion for science and research and very much enjoy mentoring others.Project ideas
Writing A Scientific Review
My favorite approach to be introduced to scientific research is to write a scientific review. It helps to develop your ability to read peer-reviewed literature, understand what is already known about your topic of interest, and often leads to hypothesis formation for next steps in the field.
Designing a Podcast
This kind of project allows you to create a dynamic to explore new topics through discussion, reflection, and commentary. The sky is the limit with what you would like to do with this. From deep dives into scientific topics to interviewing science-related people about their journeys, to reflecting on how science help us to understand the world around us and its limits, it can be a great way to experience and engage the scientific community.
Translating Peer Literature into Audio for Scientists to Read on The Go
This is a project I have always wanted to do. We would need to explore the correct way and forum to present others' work. I think this could be a great project to get exposure to literature reading and problem solving how to present figures without being able to see them.