Germany
I am a biophysical chemist whose interests broadly lie in protein biochemistry with relevance to human health. I have several years of experience in protein expression and purification in addition to many biophysical techniques such as NMR spectroscopy, circular dichroism, isothermal titration calorimetry, differential scanning calorimetry, thioflavin T assays, and fluorescence spectroscopy and microscopy. I recently completed my PhD in Biological Chemistry from Gary J. Pielak’s laboratory at UNC Chapel Hill, where my project focused on understanding the effects of macromolecular crowding on protein stability using NMR spectroscopy. Prior to entering the doctoral program at UNC, I graduated Valedictorian of my class with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Gettysburg College. I was an undergraduate research assistant for 3 years in the Frey Lab where I researched the interaction of huntingtin protein and prion protein with the cell membrane.
Researching the biophysics of Hsp90
Analyzed the effects of macromolecular crowding by proteins via residue-level NMR complemented with other biophysical techniques
Taught proper technique and lab safety to approximately 90 undergraduate students, held office hours, and graded assignments.
Mentored sophomore biochemistry & molecular biology majors in areas such as course selection and choosing a research lab
Mentored first-year students interested in the STEM fields and provided support and guidance during their transition to college life
Provided tutoring and homework assistance to students enrolled in general chemistry