Weishan Huang, PhD- Adjunct Associate Professor
I was a PhD student in the August lab investigating the role of ITK signaling in innate memory T cell and mast cell development and function. After my graduation in 2013, I continued and expanded my research in the August lab as a postdoctoral fellow to investigate the role of environmental cues and signaling transduction in T cell homeostasis, with a particular interest in signals that regulate the counterbalance between the effector and regulatory immune responses. In 2017, I joined the faculty of Cornell University as an Assistant Research Professor of Immunology. Starting from 2018, I assumed my faculty position at Louisiana Sate University, and remained affiliated with the August lab as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Cornell. To read more about what I have learned from and developed in the August lab, please visit my lab website: https://weishanhuanglab.org/.
I was a PhD student in the August lab investigating the role of ITK signaling in innate memory T cell and mast cell development and function. After my graduation in 2013, I continued and expanded my research in the August lab as a postdoctoral fellow to investigate the role of environmental cues and signaling transduction in T cell homeostasis, with a particular interest in signals that regulate the counterbalance between the effector and regulatory immune responses. In 2017, I joined the faculty of Cornell University as an Assistant Research Professor of Immunology. Starting from 2018, I assumed my faculty position at Louisiana Sate University, and remained affiliated with the August lab as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Cornell. To read more about what I have learned from and developed in the August lab, please visit my lab website: https://weishanhuanglab.org/.
Tim Pierpont, PhD, Former Postdoctoral Fellow
I worked on investigating the potential immunotoxicology of perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and other perfluoroalkyls, commonly referred to as forever molecules. These are fluorinated molecules that can persist for years in our body but the biological impacts at current levels are still poorly understood.
I received a B.S. Delaware State University in 2011 and my Ph.D. at Cornell in 2017. My thesis work sought to understand the development of germ cell cancers and their unique sensitivity to genotoxic chemotherapies. After graduation, I worked to identify sensitivity markers for the B-cell lymphoma immunotherapy rituximab with Kristy Richards. In late 2019 he joined the August lab, hoping to utilize my cancer background and pursue exciting questions about the immune system’s interaction with cancer.
I worked on investigating the potential immunotoxicology of perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and other perfluoroalkyls, commonly referred to as forever molecules. These are fluorinated molecules that can persist for years in our body but the biological impacts at current levels are still poorly understood.
I received a B.S. Delaware State University in 2011 and my Ph.D. at Cornell in 2017. My thesis work sought to understand the development of germ cell cancers and their unique sensitivity to genotoxic chemotherapies. After graduation, I worked to identify sensitivity markers for the B-cell lymphoma immunotherapy rituximab with Kristy Richards. In late 2019 he joined the August lab, hoping to utilize my cancer background and pursue exciting questions about the immune system’s interaction with cancer.
Luisa Torres, PhD. Former Postdoctoral Researcher
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I graduated with a PhD in Pharmacology from Stony Brook University, where I studied the role of microglia in the healthy mouse brain as well as their role during inflammation. After completing my graduate studies, I came to Cornell University to Dr Margaret Bynoe’s lab where I studied the effect of chronic infection with Toxoplasma gondii on the development of Alzheimer's disease. I then transitioned to the August lab studying the effect of perfluorinated compounds on the mouse immune system.
I am passionate about science communication and outreach. In my spare time I write for the Science@CornellVet blog and the ASPET Neuropharmacology blog.
@luisatorresduq
I graduated with a PhD in Pharmacology from Stony Brook University, where I studied the role of microglia in the healthy mouse brain as well as their role during inflammation. After completing my graduate studies, I came to Cornell University to Dr Margaret Bynoe’s lab where I studied the effect of chronic infection with Toxoplasma gondii on the development of Alzheimer's disease. I then transitioned to the August lab studying the effect of perfluorinated compounds on the mouse immune system.
I am passionate about science communication and outreach. In my spare time I write for the Science@CornellVet blog and the ASPET Neuropharmacology blog.
Sabrina Solouki, PhD, Former Graduate Student, Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduate Field
Fascinated by the complexity of the immune system and the various defense mechanism’s in place to fight off pathogens, my research focused on a range of topics that integrate immunology and microbiology. My primary thesis work focused on the role of antigen affinity and TCR signal strength in the development of CD8+ memory T cells.
While passionate about research, I am also very interested in intellectual property and science policy. Ultimately, my goal is to use the skills I have gained in my doctoral program to jumpstart a career in patent law and policy.
Fascinated by the complexity of the immune system and the various defense mechanism’s in place to fight off pathogens, my research focused on a range of topics that integrate immunology and microbiology. My primary thesis work focused on the role of antigen affinity and TCR signal strength in the development of CD8+ memory T cells.
While passionate about research, I am also very interested in intellectual property and science policy. Ultimately, my goal is to use the skills I have gained in my doctoral program to jumpstart a career in patent law and policy.
Jessica Elmore, PhD, Former Graduate Student, Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduate Field
I worked on biomedical engineering approaches that involves the use of hydrogels to reduce inflammation. I also studied the dynamics of regulatory T cells and Th17 cells in lung infection with S. rectivirgula.
I worked on biomedical engineering approaches that involves the use of hydrogels to reduce inflammation. I also studied the dynamics of regulatory T cells and Th17 cells in lung infection with S. rectivirgula.
Ling Zhang, MS, Former Research Technician
I worked in the August lab as a Research Technician.
I worked in the August lab as a Research Technician.
Saloma Ayoub
I was biology major in the class of 2022 at the college of agriculture and life sciences. I joined the August lab in August of 2021. I knew I was meant to be a biologist when I learned about physiology with topics including cancer immune therapies and signaling in high school.
I was biology major in the class of 2022 at the college of agriculture and life sciences. I joined the August lab in August of 2021. I knew I was meant to be a biologist when I learned about physiology with topics including cancer immune therapies and signaling in high school.
Julie Sahler, PhD
I graduated in 2014 from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in the lab of Dr. Richard Phipps, investigating platelet-driven inflammation as well as microparticle transcellular communication. I next performed a two year postdoctoral fellowship at Cornell University in the lab of Dr. John March, elucidating immunosuppressive actions of Salmonella, specifically the increase of PD-L1 on intestinal epithelial cells. Following this experience, I dabbled in the small industry field as a lead Scientist at Carrera Bioscience for three years, where we developed custom immunoassays and other sensor-based detection platforms.
I graduated in 2014 from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in the lab of Dr. Richard Phipps, investigating platelet-driven inflammation as well as microparticle transcellular communication. I next performed a two year postdoctoral fellowship at Cornell University in the lab of Dr. John March, elucidating immunosuppressive actions of Salmonella, specifically the increase of PD-L1 on intestinal epithelial cells. Following this experience, I dabbled in the small industry field as a lead Scientist at Carrera Bioscience for three years, where we developed custom immunoassays and other sensor-based detection platforms.
Candice Limper, PhD, Former Graduate Student, Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduate Field @LimperScience
Prior to Cornell University, I attended Cal State Los Angeles as a Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation - Bridge to Doctorate Fellow and did research in the Lanning Lab. There, I studied the role of a mitochondrial matrix protein called Adenylate Kinase 4 in cell proliferation and earned a M.S. in Biology in 2017.
My thesis research was focused on determining how the mitochondrion can influence immune cells.
As a first-generation college student, I want to give back and encourage others to pursue higher education. This motivation is what got me to start Limper Science, where knowledge about applying to graduate school along with personal experiences in this process are shared.
Prior to Cornell University, I attended Cal State Los Angeles as a Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation - Bridge to Doctorate Fellow and did research in the Lanning Lab. There, I studied the role of a mitochondrial matrix protein called Adenylate Kinase 4 in cell proliferation and earned a M.S. in Biology in 2017.
My thesis research was focused on determining how the mitochondrion can influence immune cells.
As a first-generation college student, I want to give back and encourage others to pursue higher education. This motivation is what got me to start Limper Science, where knowledge about applying to graduate school along with personal experiences in this process are shared.
Orchi Anannya, PhD, Former Graduate Student, Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduate Field
My research focused on further understanding the role of ITK in fine tuning immune responses, thereby paving the way for improved immunotherapy in the future.
My research focused on further understanding the role of ITK in fine tuning immune responses, thereby paving the way for improved immunotherapy in the future.
Brian Imbiakha, PhD, Former Graduate Student, Biological & Biomedical Sciences Graduate Field
My research focused on the immune response to SARS-CoV2 infection in the lung.
My research focused on the immune response to SARS-CoV2 infection in the lung.
Katie O'Hare, Former Lab Technician
I joined the August lab as an undergraduate in June 2021. After graduating in 2022, I worked as a lab technician.
I joined the August lab as an undergraduate in June 2021. After graduating in 2022, I worked as a lab technician.
Jenny Suk, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
I was human development major and minoring in biological sciences. I joined the August Lab since June 2021. After graduation, I am pursuing a career in dentistry.
I was human development major and minoring in biological sciences. I joined the August Lab since June 2021. After graduation, I am pursuing a career in dentistry.
Amanda Ng, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
I joined the August Lab the summer of 2022. I was a Biological Sciences major in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell graduating in December of 2023.
I joined the August Lab the summer of 2022. I was a Biological Sciences major in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell graduating in December of 2023.
Daphne Zhu, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
Daphne was a Human Biology, Health & Society major in the College of Human Ecology. She worked on researching how abnormal mitochondrial DNA polymerase affects mitochondrial protein expression. Outside of the lab, Daphne enjoys exploring new cooking and baking recipes, and sharing home-cooked meals with friends and family.
Daphne was a Human Biology, Health & Society major in the College of Human Ecology. She worked on researching how abnormal mitochondrial DNA polymerase affects mitochondrial protein expression. Outside of the lab, Daphne enjoys exploring new cooking and baking recipes, and sharing home-cooked meals with friends and family.
Isabella Ciocca, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
I was in the class of 2024 studying Biological Sciences with a concentration in Molecular & Cell Biology in the college of Arts and Sciences. I joined the August lab in the fall of 2022. I am interested in exploring the intricacies of immune reactions to better understand the underlying mechanisms behind medical conditions such as asthma. My research in the August lab focused on understanding the underlying gene regulatory pathways that are involved in T cell activation, IL-10 production during viral infection. Outside of the lab, I enjoy hiking, trying new foods, and keeping bonsai.
I was in the class of 2024 studying Biological Sciences with a concentration in Molecular & Cell Biology in the college of Arts and Sciences. I joined the August lab in the fall of 2022. I am interested in exploring the intricacies of immune reactions to better understand the underlying mechanisms behind medical conditions such as asthma. My research in the August lab focused on understanding the underlying gene regulatory pathways that are involved in T cell activation, IL-10 production during viral infection. Outside of the lab, I enjoy hiking, trying new foods, and keeping bonsai.
Steve Yang, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
Zach Hammer, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
Ethan Cho, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
Uchenna Chukwukere, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
Albert Wang, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher
Amelia Bennett, Former Undergraduate Student Researcher