People

I have a long-standing interest in understanding the mechanisms by which proteins self-organize into micron-sized organelles, and the ways in which these organelles may be regulated in development and disease. I received my bachelor’s degree from MIT, and became interested in subcellular organization as a Ph.D. student studying P granules in C. elegans with Geraldine Seydoux at Johns Hopkins. As a postdoc with Tim Stearns at Stanford, I focused on the centrosome-cilium complex, an evolutionarily conserved organelle involved in cell division, proliferation, signaling and motility. The Wang lab continues to study this ancient, beautiful organelle. When I’m not in the lab, I enjoy finding new places to eat, exploring St. Louis and reading mysteries.

I earned my bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Delhi and continued following my scientific journey with a Master’s and Ph.D. degree in Biotechnology from India. During my doctoral studies at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology, I studied the role of a RNA binding protein in regulating mammalian cell division which got me hooked on understanding how beautifully cells organize their subcellular compartments, especially centrosomes. Currently, I am trying to understand the formation and functions of centrioles and centrosomes, aiming to unravel their mysteries and implications in biology. When I am not in the lab, I love playing cricket, cooking and exploring St. Louis.

I earned my B.S. in biochemistry at Kansas State University. In my undergraduate research, I studied protein autophagy in Drosophila. As a graduate student, I look forward to researching the dynamic processes of centriole formation, regulation, and degradation. Outside the lab, I enjoy practicing yoga, riding horses, and playing Dungeons & Dragons with friends.

I earned my B.S. in Zoology at Southern Illinois University – Carbondale in 2021 where I was also a 4-year member of the women’s basketball team. There I developed a strong interest in genetics and how genotypes impact phenotypes in animal cells. In my free time I enjoy time outdoors with my pup and cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals, Blues, and City SC.

I earned my B.S. in Biology at University of Missouri – St. Louis, where I am also currently a graduate student pursuing a M.S. In Biochemistry/Biotechnology.  During my undergraduate journey, I did some research where I studied the impact of pollinator type on the gene flow of plant populations. I developed a strong interest in genetics and cell biology, which lead to my desire to join Dr. Wang’s lab and learn more about the mechanisms of centriole development and growth. In my free time, I enjoy playing or watching soccer with friends.

I am an undergraduate student planning to double major in chemistry and molecular biology here at WashU, and I hope to go on to graduate school after my time here. I developed a curiosity for cell and molecular biology through my previous coursework, and I have been fascinated by research since high school when I worked at the Medical College of Wisconsin studying the human retina. I look forward to further developing my research skills and diving deep into the study of cilia and centrosomes in the Wang Lab! Outside of school and the lab, I love going to coffee shops, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.