Our Mentors

Dr. Koji Sode (PI)

• Realized the project sense-and-treat design using previous innovations from the Sode lab through team project ideation discussions
• Provided sponsorship for team registration and lab materials
• Provided overall guidance and support throughout the iGEM project

Ellie Wilson (Instructor)

• Performed the expression and characterization of the PQQGDH enzyme
• Reviewed and edited grant, wiki, and presentation writing
• Gave general guidance and supported the team at iGEM meet-ups

David Probst (Instructor)

• Instructed on electrochemical analysis experiments
• Advised data analysis and interpretation
• Reviewed and edited wiki and presentation work

Madoka Nagata (Instructor)

• Performed the expression and characterization of the PQQGDH enzyme

Joe Kerrigan (PhD Student in Sode Lab)

• Assisted in activity testing for pyocyanin with PQQGDH
• Reviewed and edited wiki and presentation work

Our project would not have been possible without our incredibly supportive mentors, thank you!

Thank you to our sponsors!

• Chancellor's Science Scholars
• UNC Undergraduate Senate
• Honors Carolina
• Office of Undergraduate Research Travel Award