Start where you're curious.
Science isn’t finished until it’s communicated.
— Mark Walport
Publications
Peer-reviewed journal articles and collaborative research contributions.
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Bacterial Two-Hybrid Systems Evolved: Innovations for Protein–Protein Interaction Research.
Richardson, R. & Pascal, S. (2025). Submitted to the Journal of Bacteriology (Manuscript ID: JB00129-25). Type: Review
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An E. coli TwoHybrid System to Investigate Human Protein-Protein Interactions.
Richardson, R.M., Ho, S.M., Tong, L., Daniels, M.G., & Pascal, S.M. (2025). Submitted to BioTechniques (Manuscript ID: BTN-2025-0023). Type: Primary Research
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Expanding the LexA Bacterial Two-Hybrid System for Human Protein-Protein Interaction Screening: Application to Tumor Suppressor PAR-4
Richardson, Rebecca M. (2025). Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Dissertation, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Old Dominion University, DOI: 10.25777/w1h6-j794
Presentations
Oral and poster presentations at local, regional, and national conferences and events.
Oral Presentations
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Application of LexA Two-Hybrid System for Human Protein-Protein Interaction Detection: Insights from GRP78 and Par-4 Studies.
R. Richardson,. Old Dominion University NanoBioTech Conference 2025, Norfolk, VA. May 22-23, 2025. Prize: Best Oral Presentation
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Half a Map, Whole Potential: Enhancing Complex Disease Mechanism Research with LexA Protein Interaction Analysis.
Richardson, R. Old Dominion University’s 7th Annual 3MT Competition, Norfolk, VA. January 19, 2024. Prize: Runner-up and People’s Choice Award.
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Piecing Together the Protein Puzzle: A LexA-E. coli Two Hybrid Approach to Investigate Human Protein-Protein Interactions.
Richardson, R. , D. Daines, K. Ponniah, S. Pascal. Virginia Bio’s Women Building Bio Conference 2023, Manassas, VA. September 28, 2023.
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Study of Cytotoxic and Therapeutic Effects of Silver Nanoparticles Against Colon Tumor Cells.
Richardson, R. , K. Raut, T. Zvonareva, P. Songkiatisak, P. Cherukuri, N. Xu. ACS National Meeting & Expo, San Diego, CA. August 25, 2019.
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A New Approach to Combatting Colon Tumors.
Richardson, R. , K. Raut, T. Zvonareva, P. Songkiatisak, P. Cherukuri, N. Xu. Bluefield College Guest Seminar Speaker, Bluefield, VA. March 2019.
Poster Presentations
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Piecing Together the Protein Puzzle: A LexA-E. coli Two Hybrid Approach to Investigate Human Protein-Protein Interactions.
Richardson, R., D. Daines, K. Ponniah, S. Pascal. Virginia Bio’s Women Building Bio Conference 2024, Norfolk, VA. September 25, 2024.
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Piecing Together the Protein Puzzle: Enhancing Complex Disease Mechanism Research with LexA-E. coli Two Hybrid Protein Interaction Analysis.
Richardson, R., D. Daines, K. Ponniah, S. Pascal. The Hampton Roads Local Section of the American Chemical Society Graduate and Undergraduate Poster Symposium, Norfolk, VA. February 24, 2024.
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Piecing Together the Protein Puzzle: A LexA-E. coli Two Hybrid Approach to Investigate Human Protein-Protein Interactions
Richardson, R., D. Daines, K. Ponniah, S. Pascal. Virginia Bio’s Women Building Bio Conference 2023, Manassas, VA. September 28, 2023.
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LexA-E. coli Two Hybrid System to Screen Human Protein-Protein Interactions.
Richardson, R., D. Daines, K. Ponniah, S. Pascal. The Hampton Roads Local Section of the American Chemical Society Graduate and Undergraduate Poster Symposium, Norfolk, VA. February 11, 2023. Prize: 1st place Graduate Student Award.
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Study of Cytotoxic and Therapeutic Effects of Silver Nanoparticles Against Colon Tumor Cells.
Richardson, R., K. Raut, T. Zvonareva, P. Songkiatisak, P. Cherukuri, N. Xu. Old Dominion University Graduate Research Achievement Day, Norfolk, VA. March 2019.
Pictured above, back row, from left: Dr. Amit Sarode, Dr. Chris Animashaun, Erem Ujah, Dr. Alex Hunt, Marcus Easterling, Brent Lake and Quentin Richards. Front row, from left: Zuri Jules-Culver, Layla Rashad, Dr. Barbara Hargrave, Dr. Megha Shinde, Dr. Gymama Slaughter, Kevin Garner, Brain Hanson, Jr., Shaina Sanderson, Dr. Rebecca Richardson and Taylor Patrick.
Oct. 2023
G-RISE Scholars & Affiliates
The G-RISE (Graduate Research Training Initiative for Student Enhancement) program at Old Dominion University is an NIH-funded initiative designed to increase diversity and excellence in biomedical research. G-RISE provides rigorous academic and professional development support for graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds who are pursuing doctoral training in biomedical sciences.
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G-RISE lays the groundwork for purpose-driven research and leadership. It offers more than academic support; it builds a culture of accountability, shared progress, and purpose. Within this community, excellence is expected, but never pursued in isolation. G-RISE embodies the spirit of ubuntu—"I am because we are"—reminding us that our individual growth is inseparable from the success of those around us. It is a space where collaboration fuels ambition, and where rigorous science is shaped by values of equity, respect, and collective responsibility.
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As a proud G-RISE scholar, I have benefitted from a dynamic network of mentors, peers, and professionals who challenge me to grow, support my academic ambitions, and inspire me to contribute meaningfully to the future of biomedical research.
G-Rise Scholar Induction Ceremony
Sharing insights from my research in a 5-minute talk at the G-Rise Scholar induction ceremony.
Oct. 2023