1. Donald Kendall
209 Stoney Hill Road
Ridley Park, PA, 19078
(813)-956-2829
dekendall@mail.widener.edu
EDUCATION
Widener University, Chester,PA — BSc in Biology, Minors in
Chemistry, Biochemistry
August 2013 - May2016
Studied biology, chemistry, and related subjects. Focus on evolutionary biology and
ecology, with interests in biodiversity, genomics, and entomology.
Hillsborough Community College, Tampa,FL — ASc in Biology
August 2009 - May2013
Studied biology and general education.
Braulio Alonso High School, Tampa,FL — High School Diploma
September 2005 - May2009
General high school education, elective focus on advanced placement science.
PROJECTS
Phylogeography of Lepidoptera Yponomeutidae Attivinae Atteva —
Author
This research focused on theevolution of thegenus Atteva, by exploring established gene
sequences of different species within the genus and building a phylogenetic tree. This
research also sought to relate evolutionary trends to geographic migration and habitats.
Finally, the research focused in on sequencing of local Atteva Aurea for genetic
comparison to southern populations.
Taxonomy and Biodiversity ofLatin American Moths — Coauthor
This research focused on thecollection, sample preparation, and taxonomic identification
of moths in latin america, such as thosecollected in the Uyucacloud forest preserve in
Honduras.
Effects ofUrbanization on Stream Macroinvertebrates in Ridley
Creek — Coauthor
This research focused on thebiodiversity of characteristic macroinvertebrates found in
Ridley creek. This involved gathering data as well as cataloging raw samples from 16
years of collection and analyzing this data for changes in biodiversity over time. This
research then proceeded to attempt to explain the shift in biodiversity observed in the creek
by examining predator species introduction, sedimentation and land use changes, and
weather pattern changes.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Moth and Insect Sample Preparation
Taxonomic Identification
Mega 6 Sequence Analysis
PCR
Genomic DNA Purification
Western Blot
SDS-PAGE
GST Pulldown
EnzymeKinetics
BioSystems Modelling
Analytical Statistics
HPLC
EDTA and Acid/Base Titration
FAAS
FTIR
Column Chromatography
IR Spectroscopy
UV-Vis Spectroscopy
Mass Spec
NMR
RESEARCH ADVISORS
Dr.Bruce W. Grant
Dr.Shirley Fischer-Drowos
Dr.Alexis Nagengast
Dr.Loyd Bastin
WORK EXPERIENCE
Widener University Tutoring
Services, Chester, PA — Biology
and Chemistry Tutor
September 2013 - PRESENT
Tutor for introductoryBiologyand
Chemistrycourses fornon-science,
nursing, andscience majors.
Home Depot, Folsom, PA —
Electrical Associate

2. Use of1,3-diphenyl-2-propanone for Performing Greener Synthesis of
Dibromo Compounds from Ketones — Research Participant
This research focused on methods for improving the synthesis of dibromo compounds
from ketones using the principles of green chemistry. Focus was on waste reduction,
hazard reduction, yield increase, and energy reduction.
March 2015 - Present
Customer service, electrical knowledge,
anddepartment operatingprocedures.
Radioshack, Media, PA — Shift
Leader
June 2014 - March2015
Key holder, shift leader in charge ofall
operatingprocedures,andassociate
trainer.
Tilt Family Arcade, Tampa, FL —
Game Technician, Shift Leader
July 2011 - April 2014
Key holder, shift leader in charge ofall
operatingprocedures,andassociate
trainer. Game technician, in charge of
game andstore repairs.
Sol Davis Printing, Tampa, FL —
Office Assistant
February 2008 - July 2011
Office assistant, skilledin technical
graphics work andbindery.