About: I`m a rising senior majoring in Biochemistry with certificates in Pre-Health Professions and Forensic Science. This is my first year doing iGEM, and I appreciate how iGEM allows students to come up with novel ways to use the tools of synthetic biology for positive change!
Fun Fact: I studied abroad in Spain for a month
Favorite Dish with Onions: My grandma`s spaghetti sauce
About: I am currently a junior and my recent interest in computer science and fascination for biology lead me to declare my major as computational biology.
Fun Fact: The only hobby I have/can retain is sleeping
Favorite Dish with Onions: Biryani
About: I am a senior majoring in Biology with a concentration in Genetics & Genomics. I am a first year iGEM member and enjoy the creativity and sustainability of synthetic biology.
Fun Fact: I transferred to UT Austin from community college
Favorite Dish with Onions: Fajita veggies
About: I am a junior majoring in Cell and Molecular Biology. I’ve always been interested in genetic engineering and synthetic biology, and iGEM has provided me with an amazing opportunity to explore that interest and gain valuable experience in the field.
Fun Fact: I like to play volleyball in my free time and I have a cat
Favorite Dish with Onions: Bistek
About: I am a junior majoring in computational biology and I’m interested in developing sustainable, industrial applications of biotechnology.
Fun Fact: I love traveling and dogs.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Any burrito with grilled onions in it.
About: I am a junior majoring in biochemistry. iGEM means a lot to me, for it has given me the chance to explore exciting, novel applications for synthetic biology!
Fun Fact: I love red eared slider turtles!
Favorite Dish with Onions: French onion soup
About: I am a junior majoring in Neuroscience. I enjoy my time in iGEM because of the passionate community it bolsters and the autonomy it gives undergraduates to pursue nascent projects.
Fun Fact: I am left handed.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Burgers
About: I am a junior majoring in biochemistry. This is my second year on the iGEM team, and I really enjoy the opportunity iGEM affords students to pursue unique research projects.
Fun Fact: I spent 3 years of my life in Cuba
Favorite Dish with Onions: Philly Cheesesteak
About: I`m a senior majoring in Biochemistry with a Science communication minor. IGEM has given me the opportunity to combine these interests and experience what it`s like to work on a project with several moving parts.
Fun Fact: I have pet garden snails.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Bruschetta
About: I am a rising junior majoring in biology and sociology. This is my first year in iGEM, and I have enjoyed utilizing my interdisciplinary interests to develop a project benefitting my community.
Fun Fact: I am an internationally–touring handbell ringer.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Cava bowl with pickled onions
About: I am a rising sophomore majoring in Biology. This is my first year in iGEM and I’ve enjoyed the challenge of learning and getting familiar with all the parts of the project.
Fun Fact: I am trying to learn how to play the piano!
Favorite Dish with Onions: Papdi Chaat
About: I am a SDS (Statistics and Data Science) and Humanities double major. This is my first year with iGEM and I hope to engage with our local community through our project.
Fun Fact: I enjoy reading classic literature from authors such as Emily Bronte and Jane Austen.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Mango Fish Curry
About: I am a rising sophomore and am majoring in Biology. This is my first year in iGEM and I am excited to use science and teamwork to benefit our community.
Fun Fact: I`m rereading Little Women and Pollyanna right now.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Bhel Puri
About: I am a sophomore majoring in Biology with a concentration in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases and a certificate in Spanish for Medical Professionals. As a first year iGEM member, I am excited to work with others to better our community and challenge myself.
Fun Fact: My favorite TV show is Criminal Minds- I’ve watched the entire series four times.
About: I am a junior majoring in Biology and Plan II. I’m excited that iGEM allows me to apply our research skills to help local communities.
Fun Fact: I`ve never lost a sock doing laundry.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Caramelized onions on pizza!
About: I am a junior majoring in Biochemistry with a forensics certificate. This is my first year on the iGEM team and I am stoked to see what intersections arise from researching synthetic biology solutions in my prospective nuclear pharmaceutical career path.
Fun Fact: Some of my creative work can be found in the “QUIET!” zine series from Silk club at UT Austin!
Favorite Dish with Onions: Bo Luc Lac
About: I run the "Microbe Hackers" Lab within the Freshman Research Initiative at UT Austin, and have advised the UT iGEM teams for the past decade. I love working with the students and seeing them grow and learn about research!
Fun Fact: I am an avid boardgamer, including euro-style and wargames.
Favorite Dish with Onions: I dislike onions… except onion rings. Those are good
About: I am an Associate Professor of Molecular Biosciences. I’ve mentored the UT Austin iGEM team since 2012. I enjoy learning about new problems and areas of science through the exciting and sometimes pungent directions that students take iGEM projects.
Fun Fact: I’ve read at and completed the Moby Dick marathon at the New Bedford Whaling museum.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Chana masala
About: I am a Biochemistry PhD student. I have been involved with iGEM since my iGEMer days (2014) and now work with the Human Practices and Judging Committees. I enjoy connecting with teams all over the world and helping them develop their ideas.
Fun Fact: I am a certified Zumba instructor and my favorite rhythm is Cumbia.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Anything with caramelized onions! A grilled bacon burger with caramelized onions for the perfect BBQ weekend
About: I am a Biochemistry PhD candidate. I began my iGEM journey in 2016 on Team Washington. iGEM established my love for synthetic biology and have been involved in various capacities ever since.
Fun Fact: I have a to-be-published record breaking run of the Visit Every Washington D.C. Metro Station Speedrun. 7 Hours 59 Minutes.
Favorite Dish with Onions: White Bean Shakshuka is a go to recipe for meal preps and an easy dinner!
About: I am a research scientist in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at UT Austin. My primary research focus is on the discovery and application of novel microcins, and I also have experience in plant pathology, so I happen to think this year's iGEM project is great! I love working with undergrads, this iGEM team included.
Fun Fact: I like mining for gemstones; last summer I found a ruby and got it cut into a cabochon.
Favorite Dish with Onions: Don't all dishes require onions? Except maybe dessert....