Jiaxing Li
Principal Investigator
B.S. Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Ph.D. University of Michigan (with Dr. Catherine Collins)
Postdoc Vollum, OHSU (with Dr. Kelly Monk)
Outside the lab, Jiaxing likes swimming, hiking, and has recently become obsessed with tennis. Loves a quote from the Nard Dog: “Just made a character choice to be a scientist who really likes what he does and enjoys his job.”
Lucia Gancedo López
Research Specialist
B.S. Ave Maria University
Lucia, originally from Spain, recently earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with a minor in Biology. During her undergraduate studies, she conducted research on small molecules that inhibit enzymes linked to Alzheimer’s disease progression. Impressively, she also balanced academics with playing college basketball. Beyond her academic and athletic pursuits, Lucia enjoys traveling, spending time with friends, and watching soccer.
Hana Dias Hiraoka
Research Specialist
B.S. University of Michigan
Hana recently earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomolecular Science. Prior to joining the Li Lab, she conducted meta-analyses of research studies on plant biodiversity under water-stress conditions. She was recently appointed as the lab’s “czar of zebrafish.” Outside the lab, Hana enjoys drawing, rollerblading, and customizing dolls and figures. Her hand-drawing and crafting skills are exceptional—her Halloween costume is proof (see our lab photos).
Nikolai Sarlo
Fish caretaker
B.A. Biology
Nikolai is currently working on his Biology major and Geoinformatics and Marine Geology minor. Outside the lab, he enjoys scuba diving.
We are actively hiring motivated individuals to join our team!
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