Ralph Tanios has studied at the American University of Beirut where he received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with distinction and is currently pursuing an M.D. He has worked on research projects in anatomy, cell biology, epidemiology, and organic chemistry. He also tutors university and high school students in various subjects and has volunteered at a radiology center. In his free time, Ralph enjoys dancing, running track, and various other sports.

1. Ralph Tanios
Rabieh - Lebanon • Mobile: +961 70 167 525 • e-mail: ralphtanios@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Aug. 2013 – Present American University of Beirut School of Medicine Beirut, Lebanon
M.D Program – Impact Curriculum
Sept. 2010 – Feb. 2013 American University of Beirut Beirut, Lebanon
BS in Chemistry – with Distinction + Minor in Biology
Cumulative Average: 85.53/100
Placed on Dean’s Honor List: 2010 – 2011 – 2012 - 2013
Sept. 1996 – Jun. 2010 International College Beirut, Lebanon
International Baccalaureate Degree – Distinction
WORK EXPERIENCE & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Sept. 2014 – Present Research in Anatomy and Cell Biology in AUB
• Worked in Dr. George Daoud’s lab on research focusing on placental diseases.
• Cultured and maintained several placental cell lines including HTR, Jeg-3, and others.
• Learned to perform basic lab skills such as PCR, ELISA, Western Blots and others.
• Currently: Using microarray and other techniques to compare Jeg-3 and BeWo genomes in an
attempt to explain the difference in their behavior upon adding forskolin.
Sept. 2014 – Present Research in Epidemiology
• Designed and executed an IRB-approved cross-sectional study.
• Topic: Correlation between Type A personality and Androgenetic Alopecia amongst the
Lebanese male population.
Dec. 2013 – Present Student Intern at Doctor’s Center Radiology
• Learned to read and identify pathologies in X-rays, Ultrasound, CT, PET, and MRI scans.
• Interacted with patients. Took histories and prepared them for screening.
• Administered IV contrast fluids.
Oct. 2008 – Present Private Tutoring
• University Level (CHEM 200 CHEM 201 MATH 201 STAT 210 PHYS 210 BUS 200)
• IB SL and HL Levels: Math, Physics, Chemistry, English.
• Middle School Levels: Math, Physics, Chemistry, English.
• Gave a lesson in statistical concepts (IDTH 210) for 54 medical students.
Jan. 2013 – Jul. 2013 Research in Organic and Electrochemistry in AUB
• Worked with Dr. Tarek Ghaddar and collaborated on a manuscript entitled
“An Efficient and Stable Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell Based on a Heteroleptic Neutral
Cyclometalated Ruthenium Complex”.
• Worked on advanced graphing and data collecting software ex: Z-view and Igor.
• Individual laboratory work involved synthesizing solar cells, testing them, plotting results for
impedance of generated currents and mentoring colleagues in using and managing software.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES & CLUB MEMBERSHIPS
Jan. 2014 – Present Hip Hop Club
• Memorized, created, and performed group-choreographies.
• Performed in public events ex: CPF Fashion Show and Marathons.
• Gave free dance lessons to children during an event in Decathlon, Le Mall.
Dec. 2001 – Present Track and Field
• Winner of 36 Medals due to competitions in High Jump, Long Jump, and Long distance running.
• Awarded Abdullah Salim Salam Award for Athletic Excellence in 2010.
• Awarded MVP for the International College Team in 2010.
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Language Skills: Fluent in English, Arabic, and French
Technical Skills: MS Office, SPSS, Z-View, Igor Pro, Chemdraw, NovaPACS Diagnostic Viewer, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
Interests: Mythology, Origami, Psychology, Physics, Theatre, Molecular Genetics and Existentialism Theories
Sports: Track and Field, Tennis, Snowboarding, Badminton, Squash, Ping Pong, Cycling.