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Summer 1 Reflective Report

My project during the summer of 2023 delved into the realm of astrocytes, senescence, and Alzheimer's disease. Embarking on a three-stage project, I navigated literature analysis and protocol creation for immunohistochemical staining.
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Eoin O'Connor
Undergraduate Biological and Biomedical Science Student, Trinity College Dublin
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This summer, I dove into astrocyte research, tackling a three-step project that blended literature analysis with hands-on immunohistochemical staining. Navigating the Beta-Galactosidase and p16 staining hurdles, I eventually created working protocols, allowing for the visualisation of senescent astrocytes and amyloid plaques.

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Eoin O'Connor (He/Him)
Undergraduate Biological and Biomedical Science Student, Trinity College Dublin

Hello, I'm Eoin O'Connor, currently studying Biological and Biomedical Science at Trinity College Dublin. 

My research focuses on investigating the role of astrocytes, a type of glial cell in the brain, in the progression of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. I am particularly interested in understanding how inflammation outside the brain can exacerbate inflammatory and damaging events within the brain, ultimately leading to accelerated dementia.

Outside of college, I enjoy reading and music. I play piano and guitar and have recently started performing at open mics. Some of my favourite bands include the Stone Roses and Fontaines D.C. Sport also plays a significant role in my life.

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