2022-Present: Assistant Professor, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, Canada

2021-2022: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Toronto, Mississauga, Canada

2018-2021: Postdoctoral Researcher, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia

2013-2018: PhD Candidate, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Canada

Research Assistant

My project focuses on designing the outer membranes of Gram-negative ESKAPE pathogens to study antimicrobial peptides interactions using molecular dynamics simulations. This work contributes to our understanding of bacterial resistance mechanisms and potential therapeutic approaches. Outside of the lab, I enjoy swimming, hiking, and baking.

M.Sc. Student

I am a graduate student focusing on protein and its dynamic behavior. My current project leverages molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to study Alpha-(1,6)-fucosyltransferase (FUT8) enzyme. Outside my lab, I enjoy listening to music, reading nonfiction books and exploring nature.

M.Sc. Student

My research focuses on the computational study of protein-carbohydrate interactions, combining quantum chemistry methods such as DFT with machine learning. This approach allows me to investigate the nature and behavior of protein-carbohydrate noncovalent interactions in detail. Outside the lab, I enjoy exploring nature, playing volleyball, working out at the gym, and watching soccer.

M.Sc. Student

My research focuses on computational analysis of glycoRNAs and associated nucleic acid structures through DFT and MD simulation. When I'm not working, I enjoy listening to and playing music, and reading!

M.Sc. Student

My project focuses on elucidating the structure and mechanism of Gram-negative bacterial WaaL protein, a crucial enzyme involved in the lipopolysaccharide (LPS) biosynthesis pathway, as a novel drug target for antibiotic-resistant infections that pose significant global health threats. In my free time, I like to paint, play video and board games, and watch movies. I also stay active by playing different sports like football, tennis, and volleyball.

M.Sc. Student (Co-supervised by Dr. Valerie Booth)

My project is focusing on studying the B. subtilis membrane and AMP specificity using coarse grained MD simulations. In my spare time, I play soccer and run track for MUN, and I love to cook, bake, and read!

Undergraduate Researcher

My research revolves around leveraging computational tools and methodologies to study the structural behaviour of modified tRNA molecules. Outside of the lab, I enjoy playing hockey, spending time outdoors, and collecting – and drinking – unique teas from around the world.

Undergraduate Researcher

My research uses computational biochemistry methods to study the structure of sugar-modified nucleic acids. Outside the lab, I love camping, reading, cooking, and volunteering in my community!

Undergraduate Researcher