My lab has the overarching goal to understand fundamental physical principles that bridge the atomic, molecular, and cellular scales in biological systems. We focus on three systems: 1. the eukaryotic cytoskeleton, particularly cilia and flagella, 2. the unique biophysical mechanisms of pathogenic parasites, and 3. the simple neuronal circuits. We are a cross-functional research group from diverse backgrounds. We use techniques and models from physics, biophysics, optics, bioengineering, cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics to make both fundamental discoveries and engineer new solutions based on these discoveries. We also develop novel technologies, techniques, and methods to enable this research.

I lead a biophysics team that supports DNA Encoded Library selection drug discovery campaigns.

I studied the mechanics of ciliary motor proteins in the Howard Lab.

I researched motor protein coordination mechanisms, particularly in cilia.

I studied nanoscale energy transport in a nanoparticle/biological molecule conjugated system, and I developed a biomolecule activity control switch in the Hamad-Schifferli Lab in the Departments of Biological and Mechanical Engineering.

Product Mechanical Design engineer.