ESP Biography



JILLYNNE QUINN, Graduate student in Biophysics




Major: Biophysics

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: G

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Past Classes

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B4399: Quantifying Biology in Splash Spring 2015 (Apr. 11 - 12, 2015)
This class will teach students how to estimate the quantities of life. Example questions include How many leaves are on a tree? How many cells are there in a human body? How much does the total DNA weigh for a human being?


B3659: Getting a ‘taste’ of experimental biology: DNA extraction from strawberries in Splash! Spring 2014 (Apr. 12 - 13, 2014)
In this section, students will get a basic introduction about the molecule that is the blueprint of life: DNA. After learning about some of its physical and biological properties, we will isolate DNA from strawberries, which you can then take home!


B2675: Getting a ‘taste’ of experimental biology: DNA extraction from strawberries in Splash! Spring 2013 (Apr. 13 - 14, 2013)
In this section, students will get a basic introduction about the molecule that is the blueprint of life: DNA. After learning about some of its physical and biological properties, we will isolate DNA from strawberries, which you can then take home!


B2768: The Microscopic World in Splash! Spring 2013 (Apr. 13 - 14, 2013)
Have you ever wondered about tiny things in life? What does our world look like up close? Come to this introduction on microscopy, and together we'll discover a whole other dimension in the world. This class will have a brief introduction on the principles of microscopy. We will then explore a number of biological and material samples. Students can suggest ideas for imaging and even bring samples themselves (conditional upon permission from the teacher)! The goal of this class is to leave you with a greater appreciation for the beauty of the microscopic world.


L3025: An introduction to etiquette in Splash! Spring 2013 (Apr. 13 - 14, 2013)
"Freedom without rules doesn't work. And communities do not work unless they are regulated by etiquette." - Miss Manners As suggested above, no society can exist without some basic rules of behavior. Being polite is an excellent strategy for being successful in life; there are so many more possibilities open to people who know how to serenely navigate sticky situations. This class is for people who would like to practice their politeness, learn new tips, or be introduced to the profound power of etiquette. The general goals of this class are to gain a basic understanding of what it means to be polite and to learn how to apply this principle in example situations. We will take an irreverent, yet exceedingly proper view of all matters of etiquette.


B2339: Getting a 'taste' of experimental biology: DNA extraction from strawberries in Splash! Fall 2012 (Nov. 03 - 04, 2012)
In this section, students will get a basic introduction about the molecule that is the blueprint of life: DNA. After learning about some of its physical and biological properties, we will isolate DNA from strawberries, which you can then take home!


S2355: What does it take to be an American citizen? in Splash! Fall 2012 (Nov. 03 - 04, 2012)
There are several paths to citizenship in the United States: you can be born in the country, your parents could be citizens, or you can become a naturalized citizen. One of the steps to naturalization is to take a civics test. In this class, we will discuss this test, what it means to be a citizen, and try to answer some of the test questions ourselves.


B1971: Getting a 'taste' of experimental biology: DNA extraction from strawberries in Splash! Spring 2012 (Apr. 21 - 22, 2012)
In this section, students will get a basic introduction about the molecule that is the blueprint of life: DNA. After learning about some of its physical and biological properties, we will isolate DNA from strawberries, which you can then take home!


H1972: Beginning Karate in Splash! Spring 2012 (Apr. 21 - 22, 2012)
This class will introduce you to some of the fundamentals of Shotokan karate: blocks, punches, kicks, and stances. No prior experience is required! Please wear loose clothing.


H1709: Beginning Karate in Splash! Fall 2011 (Oct. 29 - 30, 2011)
This class will cover basic blocks, punches, and kicks in Shotokan karate. There will be no sparring. This is a class for beginners. No previous experience in any marital art is required. Please wear appropriate clothing (flat shoes and loose clothing).


S1760: Introduction to Symbolic Logic, Part I in Splash! Fall 2011 (Oct. 29 - 30, 2011)
We will go over the definition of a logical argument, what logic is good for, the operators used in symbolic logic and, how to symbolize statements. The class will be a combination of lecture and group activities.


S1761: Introduction to Symbolic Logic, Part II in Splash! Fall 2011 (Oct. 29 - 30, 2011)
This class will be an introduction to truth tables and their use in logic. We will explore tautologies, the logical equivalence of statements, how to test for validity and more. These materials will be covered both in lecture and group activities.


B1806: Getting a “Taste” of Experimental Molecular Biology: DNA Extraction from Strawberries in Splash! Fall 2011 (Oct. 29 - 30, 2011)
In this section, students will get a basic introduction about the molecule that is the blueprint of life: DNA. After learning about some of its physical and biological properties, we will isolate DNA from strawberries, which you can then take home!