Nicholas Robertson | Updated 9/22/23 | See “Contact” page for communication | Google Scholar
Patents
- Multilayered electrolyte compositions and methods for their preparation and use (Awarded 9/22/23)
- Reagents and systems for generating biosensors (Non-Provisional Filed 1/20/22)
- System and process for determining compound concentration in a liquid sample (Filed 4/17/20)
Skills
- Proficient in microbiological wet lab techniques like PCR, gel electrophoresis, CRISPR systems, and transformations
- Experience with E. coli, S. cerevisiae, Y. lipolytica, and K. marxianus
- Capable of operating HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, plate readers, and flow cytometers
- Over 5 years of experience with CNC machines like 3D printers, laser cutters, Haas milling machines, and liquid handling robots
- Intermediate in Java-based programing languages and Python
- Extensive work with Microsoft Office Suite
Education
Bioengineering M.S., PhD | University of California, Riverside | 2020 – Present
- Two years of bioengineering and genetic engineering coursework
- Distinguished Plants3D scholar
- Hands-on wet lab work genetically modifying yeast (Wheeldon Lab)
- Lab safety officer
- Completed Master’s degree, advanced to PhD candidate
Biochemical Engineering Major and Genetics Minor | University of Georgia | 2016 – 2020
- Gained two paid research positions
- Worked and collected scholarships to pay for college
- Received multiple iCorps entrepreneurship fellowships
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Work Experience
Rare Combinations LLC (Founder, CEO) | 2017 – Present
- Found need in kombucha market for alcohol content detector
- Spent one year developing prototype (designed electronics, 3D printed case)
- Launched prototype, gained feedback, built improved models
- Sold over 200 devices to brewers around the world (current price is $1,500 each)
Re-Nuble (Consultant) | 2020 – 2022
- Designed and built photobioreactors to grow algae
- Developed and used chemical testing methods
- Wrote reports for guidance on projects
Eiteman Metabolic Engineering Lab (Paid Researcher) | 2018 – 2020
- Gained experience metabolic engineering E. coli
- Developed chemical extraction processes
- Used ion exchange columns and ultrafiltration units
Harbor Lights Tissue Engineering Lab (Paid Researcher) | 2017 – 2019
- Worked on a team to develop an attachment for a biological 3D printer
- Utilized Arduino, electronics, and 3D printing knowledge
- Presented poster at symposium
Next Generation Youth Development (Paid Intern) | 2013 – 2016
- Taught technology-focused lessons to at-risk students
- Created and wrote lessons
- Operated and maintained four 3D printers