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Colm Kelleher<\/a> is an Assistant Professor of Physics<\/a> and (by courtesy) an Assistant Professor of Biology<\/a>; he is also affiliated with Syracuse University’s BioInspired Institute<\/a>. Dr. Kelleher uses tools and ideas from materials science and soft matter physics to understand how cellular structures assemble and function. His work focuses in particular on mammalian oocytes (developing egg cells) and very early embryos. Kelleher teaches classes in general physics, as well as upper-level classes in materials physics, biophysics, and related topics. \"\"<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ileana M\u00e1rquez<\/a> is a Postdoctoral Researcher focusing on biophysical models for human oocyte spindles. She earned her PhD in Biophysics from the Universidad Aut\u00f3noma (Madrid, Spain), where she studied in vitro reconstituted systems for bacterial cell division machinery. Outside the lab, her interests are varied and many, but her preferred activities are bookbinding and illustration. \"\"<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Olivia Pavlik<\/a> is a Ph.D. candidate at Old Dominion University working on her research in our laboratory. Her interests are in G protein-coupled estrogen receptor (GPER) signaling and expression during human oocyte maturation. She works full-time as the Embryology Lab Manager and Technical Supervisor at CNY Fertility, supporting and training across five labs. Olivia enjoys gardening, reading, embroidery, and family time when not in the lab.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Srijana Pokharel<\/a> is a physics graduate student at Syracuse University. Her research focuses on understanding how changes in ATP availability impact spindle assembly and function. Outside the lab, she is interested in hiking, exploring new cuisine, and watching movies.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Belal Menbari<\/a> is a full-time PhD student in Physics. His research interests lie at the intersection of physics and biology, with a focus on applying biophysical principles to advance healthcare and understand fundamental life processes. His research specifically investigates spindle mechanics and chromosome segregation in human and mouse embryos and oocytes with aims to uncover the fundamental mechanisms that ensure faithful genetic transmission during early development. When not in the lab, he recharges by weightlifting, venturing into nature and connecting with friends.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Michelle Sieburg<\/a> is a part-time lab manager specializing in molecular biology, biochemistry, human tissue culture and mouse models. She is an alum of Syracuse University and has been working in biological and chemical labs for 25 years. She can be found most often at playgrounds with her foster\/biological children and knitting something cozy when not in the lab.\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Paul Chen<\/a> is a junior majoring in Mathematics and Physics at Syracuse University. He is deeply passionate about physics and actively participates in various academic events within the department. Outside of academics, he maintains an active lifestyle and particularly enjoys long-distance running and badminton.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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