Current Students
Who we are
Diverse national and international students are hosted by tenure-faculty from three departments among two colleges, science and engineering, and from the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
Manasa Nagesh Hegde
I aspire to pursue a postdoc after completing my Ph.D, and explore opportunities in industry or academia to contribute to research in the field of computational biology.
Besides science, I enjoy painting, gardening, photography, and traveling.
Maher Mansur
My current career goal is to secure a position in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry as a computational chemist, with a primary focus on computational drug discovery.
I have a wide range of interests. For example, as a cinephile who enjoys watching and analyzing movies, I'm equally enthusiastic about the game of football. Additionally, I have a deep appreciation for nature, making it a daily routine to engage with the outdoors.
Sara Jackson
I work in the structural computational biology lab, in Dr. Baudry's group. My passion is for understanding biological mechanisms by studying protein structures and their interactions with other macromolecules. We work on this in the lab using methods such as computational modeling, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulations.
My career goal is to work in a place where I can answer important biological questions, whether they be biomedical or environmental or energetic in nature, using the methodologies I've utilized during my time at UAH. When I'm not working on my PhD research, you can usually find me out for a run or playing soccer. I also enjoy tending to my vegetable garden at home, hanging out with my boyfriend, David, and dog, Gizmo, and learning to play the piano.
Boshra Rezvanian
I am from Tehran, Iran. I completed my master's degree in Chemical Engineering with concentration in Pharmaceutical Engineering from the University of Tehran. I started working with Dr. Jerome Baudry at The University of Alabama Huntsville to pursue a PhD in Biotechnology in 2021. My research interests are focused on using computational methods for protein modeling & design and drug discovery.
Besides research I mostly enjoy hiking and spending time with my kids.
Aaron Newchurch
I want to do research in ophthalmology after I get my PhD in Biotechnology.
When I am not working in the lab, teaching, or taking classes, I like to workout and watch TV with my family.
Nabin Ghimire
I am working on the role of MKP-2 in metabolism, pancreas function, diabetes. My career goals are to do research on the therapeutic implications of MKPs and MAPKs.
My interests: Meditation, reading books on spiritual science, in search of the true goal of life, traveling, hiking.
Lanie Briggs
For my career goals, I would like to pursue a career working in industry and, within a few years, secure a position as the head of departmental management.
When I am not studying or working on research, I enjoy traveling, and online gaming with friends.
Kristiana Josifi
Interests: Microbiology, protein structure and function, horizontal gene transfer, bacteriophage resistance.
Quiana C. W. Vidal
I want to work in industry in either microscopy or finding new disease treatments.
For fun, I like to spend time with my family, listen to audiobooks, and crochet.
Moses Adaji DAVID
My career goals encompass a passionate pursuit of innovative research that bridges cutting-edge biotechnological advancements with real-world applications, aiming to contribute meaningfully to the fields of healthcare and sustainability.
Outside the realm of science, I find solace in exploring the world through the lens of my camera, capturing the beauty of nature and diverse cultures. Additionally, I enjoy experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, finding parallels between the precision of scientific methodologies and the artistry of culinary creations.
Jane-Frances Chinenye Ojobor
As a scientist, my career goal is to contribute to cutting-edge research and innovations in biotechnology to improve healthcare.
Besides my passion for science, I thoroughly enjoy content creation as a creative outlet. I find fulfillment in sharing knowledge and sparking discussions on a wide range of topics, from technology advances to lifestyle trends, whether through crafting engaging media posts, producing informative videos, or designing visually appealing graphics.
James Wolfsberger
Career goals: Consultation and contract work in targeted metabolomics
Outside interests: Walking/jogging, billiards, reading, woodwork
Emily Hunt
I want to work in industry, either doing analysis or working on developing disease treatments.
My hobbies are reading, painting, and doing all sorts of other crafts.
Anna M Holmes
My dissertation material has been patented and is currently undergoing a continuance in patent (CIP), to update it to the most current research completed. The project falls in the field of green environmental chemistry synthesis and testing methods for an environmental problem. So getting the dissertation done is my next goal. I am a member of the American Chemical Society (ACS), and a member of the Alabama Academy of Sciences (AAS).
Recreationally I take photos of nature and belong to the North Alabama Birdwatchers Society, the Alabama Mushroom Society, Butterflies and Moths of North America (BAMONA) and Viewbug. I post images frequently to these websites. To keep healthy physically, I walk my dogs three miles a day. I also get a workout lugging around bags of clay. I am a potter with my own studio called Mud Pony Pottery (https://sites.google.com/uah.edu/anna-m-holmes/home).
Ananta Kumar
I completed my B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Now I am working on Immunotherapy on Dr. Roh Lab, UAH.
In the future, I want to be a scientist in cancer immunotherapy or Astro Immunology. Besides science, I love to play cricket, listen to music, and write literature in Bengali.
Brian Roberts
HudsonAlpha Myer lab
Michelle Morris
HudsonAlpha Lamb lab
I am employed by the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology as the Director of Workforce Development, where I have worked for the past 14 years.
I’m originally from Georgia but have been in Madison, AL for the past 25 years. I enjoy hiking on Rainbow Mountain, trying new restaurants, and traveling to new places.