Staff

David is the Brooks group manager. He maintains the computational cluster(s), works with Brooks group members and other on computing-related problems and generally manages resources and space in the group.

Josh Buckner is a software developer for the CHARMM development project under the guidance of Charles L. Brooks III. Dr Buckner manages improvements, software releases, and git repositories for an international group of collaborators focused on continuing in software the legacy of Martin Karplus. Dr Buckner has published software notes and mathematical papers in several prestigious academic journals. He has been in Dr Brook's lab since 2013 and at the University of Michigan since 2008.

Christina holds a BS in Food Technology & Mgmt. from Michigan State University. She joined the Brooks Lab in August 2025, and handles travel plans, calendar coordination, scheduling meetings, and other group administrative tasks. 

Christina is married, has four living children, two dogs, and a cat. She's a business owner and active community volunteer. She enjoys cooking, arts & crafts, trivia, board and card games, and spending time with her friends and family. LinkedIn