Hello, I am

Elijah Frost

Student Researcher & Developer

Incoming Johns Hopkins neuroscience student. Two summers of laboratory research at OHSU in single-cell biophysics and infrared imaging, with the Python analysis pipelines and SOPs behind them. Seeking undergraduate research in a neuroscience lab.

Education

Johns Hopkins University

B.S. Neuroscience

Matriculating Fall 2026

Baltimore, MD

Reynolds High School

High School Diploma

2022 – 2026

Troutdale, OR

  • Unweighted GPA: 4.0 · SAT 1570 · Class Rank 5/534

Relevant Coursework

AP Biology · AP Chemistry · AP Physics C · AP Calculus BC · AP Statistics · General Psychology · Medical Biology · Medical Terminology

Research Experience

SWIR Biomedical Imaging

Research Intern • Gibbs Labs, OHSU

Summer 2024

Portland, OR

  • Developed dual-target SWIR imaging kit (InGaAs, 1.0–1.7 um) with spectral unmixing and depth-attenuation correction
  • Authored quick-start SOP and lightweight unmixing script adopted by core facility

Quantitative Biology / Biophysics Internship

Research Intern • Galbraith Lab, OHSU

Summer 2023

Portland, OR

  • Developed force-calibrated single-cell assay (micropipette/optical trap + TIRF) for mechanosensitive channel analysis
  • Built Python/napari pipeline linking applied force to Ca2+ burst kinetics with reproducible QC metrics

Technical & Laboratory Skills

Laboratory

Cell Culture · Microscopy · TIRF Imaging · Spectral Unmixing · Protocol Development · Data QC

Data Analysis & Visualization

NumPy · Pandas · Matplotlib · napari · Image Processing · Statistical Analysis

Scientific Software

LaTeX · XML · MathML · MATLAB · ImageJ · Jupyter Notebooks

Programming & Development

Python · JavaScript · HTML · CSS · jQuery · Git

Certifications

CPR Certified · American Red Cross First Aid · Laboratory Safety Training

Experience

Medical Gateway

Founder & Full-Stack Developer • State-Registered NPO

Mar 2025 – Present

Portland, OR

Founded nonprofit web platform connecting aspiring medical students with physicians, residents, and nurses. Facilitated mentor-mentee matches and coordinated networking opportunities.

  • Founded web platform connecting 500+ aspiring medical students with healthcare professionals
  • Developed full-stack content management system and user profile functionality

Portland Parks and Recreation

Youth Programs Manager • Montavilla Community Center

2022 – 2024

Portland, OR

Managed youth summer programming and staff coordination for community center. Coordinated scheduling, safety protocols, family communications, and incident response.

  • Managed team of 15 seasonal staff across multiple program sites
  • Directed daily programming and educational content for 75 K–8 children

Service & Leadership

Generous City

Founder & Executive Director • State-Registered NPO

Oct 2024 – Present

Portland, OR metro

Founded and built registered nonprofit connecting underserved communities with essential resources. Directed 20+ community outreach and programming campaigns.

  • Founded registered nonprofit; grew volunteer base from 0 to 30+ active members
  • Raised $50K+ in donated supplies; delivered resources to 1,000+ individuals

Contact

Open to research collaborations, academic opportunities, and impactful projects. Feel free to reach out.

Location

Fairview, OR

Medical Gateway
medicalgateway.org