Medical Scientist Training Program

Ogugua Anene-Maidoh

3rd Year Medical Student
7th Year MSTP

oamaidoh@mcw.edu

Research Interests

• Characterization of cellular and molecular pathways modulated by the angiotensin1-7 peptide that mediate its anti-fibrotic effects in the cardiovascular system.

Education

• B.A Lincoln University, Pennsylvania
  • Major: Biology & Computer Science

Research Experience

• Lincoln University, 2002-2005
  • Advisor: Dr. Royer
  • Project: Impact of uncultured bacteria on nutrient cycling in the Delaware Bay
• United States McMurdo Station Antarctica, Nov – Dec 2004
  • Advisor: Dr Marsh
  • Project: Regulation of developmental rates in Antarctic marine invertebrates
• University of Delaware, Summer 2004
  • Advisor: Dr. Kirchman
  • Project: Effects of extracellular polymeric substances on bacteria with genes that code for cellulases
• University of Delaware, Summer 2003
  • Advisor: Dr Kirchman
  • Project: Effects of salinity on the community structure of marine heterotrophic bacteria

Interests

• Hanging out with my awesome circle of friends who never discuss school, watching terrible reality television, bringing sunshine into the lives of those around me.