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Joseph Marful-Sau
Research Intern, LS-LAMP Program
Location: Grambling, LA United States
Joined: Nov 2nd, 2024

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I have developed strong skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and scientific writing. My academic and research journey has strengthened my passion for medicine and global healthcare, particularly in addressing disparities affecting underserved communities. As a first-generation international student from Ghana, I take pride in my ability to adapt, lead, and contribute meaningfully to scientific advancement. My ultimate goal is to pursue a career in medicine where I can merge research and clinical practice to make healthcare more equitable and accessible worldwide.

Current Whereabouts:

Biology student learning all about diseases especially cancer.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

Partake in groundbreaking research in cancer.

Website:

http://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-marful-sau-14468024a

Education (request update)

Grambling State University class of 2028

Undergrad Major: Biology

Most Memorable Moment:

Striving to be productive all the time.

Experience

I currently work with LS-LAMP Program as Research Intern
I have years of experience working in the Research & Development industry.

Undergraduate Research Fellow | MISS Delta Initiative
From August 2025 to Current • 1 year(s)
Selected as 1 of 5 students for state-sponsored initiative addressing Gulf Coast land loss, conducting case study on university pond water to evaluate correlation between microbial communities and environmental conditions.

Principal Investigator | Dr. Kim's Molecular Biology Lab
From August 2025 to Current • 1 year(s)
Designed independent research on comparative study of skin and oral microbiomes across three cohorts of Grambling students using molecular biology techniques including DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and 16S rRNA sequencing.

Campus Ambassador | National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP)
From October 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Advanced awareness of sickle cell disease and blood cancers in Black community through donor drives and outreach, resulting in 900+ new student donor registrations.

Campus Ambassador | Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LAFASA)
From September 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Lead educational workshops, dorm talks, and campus events on sexual rights and consent, providing peer advising on safe sexual health practices.

Member | MV3 Scholars Program
From July 2024 to Current • 2 year(s)
Participate in selective mentorship community for first-generation Black students pursuing medicine through monthly forums and career talks with healthcare professionals.

Bioinformatics-Skill Trainee | Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN)
From June 2025 to August 2025 • 0 year(s)
Completed intensive training in bioinformatics and computational biology, gaining proficiency in R programming and NCBI tools for genetic data analysis.

Healthcare Assistant | Top Aid Healthcare, INC.
From May 2025 to July 2025 • 0 year(s)
Provided daily care for 70-year-old diabetic patient including blood sugar monitoring, dialysis support, medication administration, and companionship.

Research Assistant | Louis Stokes Louisiana Alliance for Minority Participation (LS-LAMP)
From September 2024 to April 2025 • 1 year(s)
Developed hands-on expertise in cell culture methods, aseptic handling, viability assays, and microscopy techniques through federally funded program for underrepresented STEM undergraduates.

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