Evelyn Takyi
Tempe
Summary
Detail-oriented researcher with expertise in computational analysis and data visualization. Successfully led microbiome studies that advanced understanding of Autism-linked microbial species. Focused on applying knowledge in clinical trials and innovative research to achieve impactful health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Posdoctoral Research Fellow
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
Tempe
02.2023 - Current
- Identifies microbial species and gene pathways linked to Autism for Fecal Microbiota Transplant therapeutic strategies.
- Leading microbiome analyses for Phase II double-blind, placebo-controlled FMT clinical trials for Autism and Pitt-Hopkins Syndrome.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Roger Williams University
Bristol
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Utilized environmental DNA techniques to monitor spatio-temporal dynamics of rust tide events near oyster aquaculture farms.
- Assessed behavioral and toxicity impacts of rust tide algae on various growth stages of oysters.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Rhode Island
Kingston
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Analyzed the effects of probiotics and UV treatment on larval oyster health and microbiome.
- Organized and delivered a bioinformatics workshop focused on microbiome data analysis using R.
- Mentored three undergraduate students in experimental design and data analysis.
Education
Ph.D. - Biological And Environmental Sciences
University of RhodeIsland
Rhode Island05-2022
Master of Science - Biological And Environmental Sciences
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island, RI05-2019
Skills
- Genomics
- Molecular biology techniques
- Bioinformatics tools
- Computational & Data Analysis Tools
- Data visualization
- Sequencing
- Clinical trial management
- Fecal microbiota transplant
- Microbiome analysis
- Metabolomics analysis
- Microbiology
- Microscopy
Certification
IBC, CITI-IRB, CITI-RCR, CITI-IACUC, CPR certification
Other Work Experience
Statement of Purpose Advisor(Remote). The Institute for Recruitment of Teachers(IRT), Andover, MA. Jul 2022-Dec 2023
- Advised undergraduate seniors on graduate school statements of purpose across humanities, social sciences, and education.
MOVE Biology Fellow, AI Trainer Biology Expert | Remote . Handshake AI, San Francisco, CA, Sep 2025- Dec 2025
- Improved large language model performance in biology domain through testing, evaluation, and contextual optimization.
Publications
Takyi, E., Stevick, R.J., Witkop, E.M., Gregg, L., Chesler-Poole, A., Small, J.M., White, M.M., Hudson, R., Giray, C., Rowley, D.C., Nelson, D.R, and Gomez-Chiarri, M. (2023). Development and evaluation of a formulation of probiont Phaeobacter inhibens S4 for the management of vibriosis in bivalve hatcheries. Aquaculture, Fish and Fisheries, 00, 1– 12. https://doi.org/10.1002/aff2.112
Takyi, E., Gregg, L., Chesler-Poole, A., Small, J.A., White, M.M., Hudson,R., Giray,C.,Rowley, D.C., Nelson D.R.,Gomez-Chiarri, M. (2024). Effect of probiotic treatment on bacterial microbiomes of larval eastern oysters, Crassostrea virginica, raised in different hatcheries. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2024.740624
Flynn, C.K.; Adams, J.B.; Krajmalnik-Brown, R.; Khoruts, A.; Sadowsky, M.J.; Nirmalkar, K.; Takyi, E.; Whiteley, P. Review of Elevated Para-Cresol in Autism and Possible Impact on Symptoms. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26, 1513. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26041513
Takyi, E.; Nirmalkar, K.; Adams, J.B.; Krajmalnik-Brown(2025). Interventions Targeting the Gut Microbiota and Their Possible Effect on Gastrointestinal and Neurobehavioral Symptoms in Autism Spectrum Disorders http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/19490976.2025.2499580.
Journal Reviewer
- Frontiers in Microbiology, Diseases of Aquatic Organisms
Affiliations
Panelist, “CRC 50th Anniversary Celebration”, University of Rhode Island, 2021
Panelist, “Preparing for Graduate School”, University of Rhode Island, 2021
Exhibitor, “Women in Science Day at Mystic Aquarium”, Mystic, CT, 2018
Exhibitor, “Volvo Ocean Race Ocean Exploration Zone”, Newport, RI, 2018
Exhibitor, “Science Show”, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana, 2014
Panelist, “Preparing for Graduate School”, University of Rhode Island, 2021
Exhibitor, “Women in Science Day at Mystic Aquarium”, Mystic, CT, 2018
Exhibitor, “Volvo Ocean Race Ocean Exploration Zone”, Newport, RI, 2018
Exhibitor, “Science Show”, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana, 2014
Timeline
Posdoctoral Research Fellow
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
02.2023 - Current
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Roger Williams University
04.2022 - 02.2023
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Rhode Island
01.2021 - 04.2022
Ph.D. - Biological And Environmental Sciences
University of RhodeIsland
Master of Science - Biological And Environmental Sciences
University of Rhode Island