Christina Hueschen
PI
Ph.D. Cell Biophysics (Biomedical Sciences), UCSF
Christina is all about: motility and other mechanical processes in biology, the physics-biology interface, backpacking, dance, dessert.
Mia Syme
PhD Student, Physics
B.S./B.A. Physics and Math, Claremont McKenna College
Mia is interested in the evolution and shape change of biological systems, and applying machine learning to these areas. Outside the lab, she enjoys running, ocean swimming, and spending time with her cat Sunny.
Shahd Sidahmed
Undergraduate Researcher
Shahd is interested in how cytoskeletal dynamics and nuclear mechanics influence parasite motility and invasion. Outside the lab, she enjoys going to the beach, spending time with friends, and trying new foods!
Brigette Monroy
Project Scientist
Ph.D. Biochemistry, Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology, UC Davis
Brigette is interested in understanding the various aspects of the cytoskeleton and how they contribute to cell motility. In her free time she enjoys going to Disneyland with her family, hiking, or relaxing at the beach.
Kevin Hendargo
PhD Student, Biological Sciences
M.S. Biology, UCSD
Kevin is interested in structural biology with an emphasis on membrane mechanics, motor protein activity surfaced by transmembrane proteins, and methods for capturing them in real time. He also loves phonology, raising vegetables, and cycling.
Jun Ahn
Undergraduate Researcher
Jun is interested in learning how cells move through physical and mathematical expressions. In his free time he likes walk his turtle or find new albums to try.
Abdullah Alghamdi
Ibn Rushd Postdoctoral Fellow
Ph.D. Bioscience, Molecular biology, KAUST
Abdullah investigates how cells and pathogens interact with and traverse vascular barriers. His work integrates bioengineering, live-cell imaging, and vascular biology to develop robust in vitro platforms for studying cell migration and barrier function. Outside the lab, he enjoys hiking, volleyball, exploring new places, and discovering new dining experiences.
Bolan Peng
Researcher / Lab Hero
B.S. Biochemistry, U. of Washington
Bolan is interested in many different research topics and techniques. He loves microbiology and biochemistry, eating, stargazing, and traveling.
Audrey Torres
Undergraduate Researcher
Audrey is interested in exploring the mechanics and mechanism behind morphogenesis.
She also loves listening to music, cooking new recipes, strolling in the park, and enjoying coffee and matcha!
Bear
Lab Mascot
Bear is all about: the beach, old friends, new friends, fleeing in terror from cardboard boxes and bathtubs, being with people at all times.