Members

Andrew graduated from Concordia University Irvine in 2019, earning a B.S. in Chemistry and Biology with a minor in Mathematics. During his time there, he served as the president of the Beta Beta Beta honors society for two years. His research experience includes studying Cu,Zn-SOD, binuclear chromium complexes, and co-authoring an Astronomy publication in the Journal of Double Star Observations. Currently, Andrew is actively involved in projects focused on characterizing and studying APP (Amyloid Precursor Protein), a potentially crucial factor in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. In his leisure time, he enjoys playing chess, video games, and cherishing the joys of being a first-time father.

Khai obtained her B.S. in Biochemistry from Indiana University in 2018, with a particular emphasis on neurodegenerative diseases. Her previous experience and research interests revolve around the study of these conditions, with the goal of developing membrane therapy for such diseases. After gaining two years of industry experience, Khai has returned to academia in search of new challenges and a collaborative environment. In the Tian Lab, she specializes in studying Tau Fibrils, a significant hallmark in various neurodegenerative diseases. When not immersed in her research, Khai enjoys playing Animal Crossing, indulging in shopping, and exploring different cuisines, as she believes good food has the power to bring people together.

Calvin completed his B.S. in Biochemistry from Xavier University in 2020. With a background in computational studies, his previous research focused on investigating the interactions between semiconductor surfaces and industrial gases. In graduate school, Calvin is eager to explore various branches of chemistry and engage in interdisciplinary work. Within the Tian Lab, he is actively involved in projects related to Ornithine Aminomutase (OAM) and Tau fibrils. Apart from his academic pursuits, Calvin finds joy in cooking, playing video games, and delighting his coworkers with song.

Stephen graduated with Honors from The College of William and Mary in 2022, completing a B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Economics. His research background involves the development of metal-halide sensors for detecting volatile organic pollution in water bodies. Presently, in the Tian Lab, Stephen actively contributes to projects focused on hydrogen gas production as a promising fuel alternative. Beyond his academic pursuits, he finds enjoyment in board games, bird watching, and telling his lab mates their opinions about the economy are wrong.

Joey is a passionate scientist dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of chemistry and its implications in biological systems. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Ohio State University in 2019, where he researched the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide. Following graduation, Joey worked as a research technician at the Cleveland Clinic, focusing on heme trafficking in cells. Currently, Joey is delving into the role of IRP1 in iron homeostasis. Outside of lab, he can often be found cheering on his favorite Cleveland teams or engaging in friendly competitions on the pickleball court

Maryam Adeyemo is a dedicated scientist currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry at Purdue University. She holds a Master of Technology in Biochemistry from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), and a Bachelor of Technology in Biochemistry from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Nigeria. Currently, Maryam is conducting research on the Amyloid Precursor Protein (APP), a key molecule implicated in the pathology of neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's. Her prior work includes the computational evaluation of bioactive compounds targeting cancer pathways and SARS-CoV-2. Outside the lab, Maryam enjoys watching movies, shopping, crocheting, and spending time with friends.

Xinyu earned her B.S. in Atmospheric Science from Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology in 2024. Her previous research focused on designing nanomaterials for highly efficient electrocatalysis and photocatalysis. In the Tian Lab, her work primarily involves studying biocatalysis process. Especially cobalamin-based proteins, such as glutamate mutases. In her free time, she is an enthusiastic table tennis fan and enjoys traveling as well as exploring the Chinese cuisine.

Damilare obtained a master’s degree in medical science from the Life Science Innovation program at the University of Tsukuba in Japan, where he investigated the detection of intracellular protein-protein interactions using destabilizing domains. He has a bachelor’s in biochemistry from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo state, Nigeria, where his research was mainly computational (docking and dynamics simulation).