Tricia Chong

I am a third-year Food Science and Technology undergraduate at the National University of Singapore, pursuing a Minor in Nutrition and the University Scholars Programme concurrently. 
I approach my responsibilities with the core value of excellence, and thus am highly motivated and believe that my best can always be better. I am comfortable with a fast-paced work environment and am meticulous in managing multiple project functions, research and data. Passionate to learn more about all things FST: food safety, regulation, innovation, processing, sustainability, nutrition, and more! I aspire to contribute to a more resilient, sustainable and healthy food system and/or to food research and development in the future.

Singapore Immunology Network, Research Intern Nov 19 – Dec 19

• Planned and executed multiple virion-based enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) by designing optimal plate layouts, preparing samples, operating equipment and collecting raw data independently and methodologically in support of the research project titled “Identification of DENV Serotype-Specific B-Cell Linear Epitopes in Patients.”
• Processed, interpreted and reported findings to the wider team via leading weekly presentations, generating charts using tools like Prism and writing a summative report by the end of the attachment, thereby ensuring accountability.
• Supported staff members in other projects on an ad-hoc basis, including cell culture, virus propagation and blood sample processing procedures and assisted in basic cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory.

National University of Singapore (NUS): Aug 21 – Present

Bachelor of Science (Honours): Major in Food Science and Technology, Minor in Nutrition.

CAP: 4.97/5.00 (On track to 1st Upper Class Honours).

Expected date of graduation: May 2025.

NUS Global Merit Scholarship: Aug 21 – Present

NUS University Scholars Programme: Aug 21 – Present

An intensive multidisciplinary programme which selects 3% of students per cohort and focuses on technical writing and critical thinking, quantitative reasoning using data analyses and interpretation, as well as independent research.

A*STAR Science Award (Junior College): Jan 19 – Dec 20

An award and research attachment opportunity for students who demonstrate strong aptitude and passion in science.