Trainee Executive

I am Sarika I have completed my MSc from the University of Saskatchewan. I am currently a Ph.D. student at the Memorial University working under the supervision of Dr. Valerie Booth. My research work focuses on how antimicrobial peptide interacts with whole cell bacteria using solid-state NMR Spectroscopy technique. In my free time, I love to play badminton and explore new events in town.

I am a PhD student in the department of biochemistry at Memorial University of Newfoundland. My research project is on structure-based identification of human farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase inhibitors under the supervision of Dr. Jaeok Park. To facilitate my research, the two primary methods I am using are molecular dynamics simulations, and X-ray crystallography. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, camping, travelling, playing volleyball, watching movies and organizing social events.

Most folks know of me as Tam. I self-identify as a nonbinary genderfluid and my pronouns are they/she/he. I completed my undergrads at the University of Toronto as an Honours student of the late researcher Dr. Deborah Zamble. I am a PhD candidate at Dalhousie University in Rainey lab. My research centers around understanding protein structure-function correlation using NMR spectroscopy, computational analysis, and functionally relevant applications to study a member of class A GPCRs and its endogenous ligand. Outside of research, I am inspired to advocate for diversity and inclusivity for 2SLGBTQ+ folks within Nova Scotian local community and in STEM environment. I am a creative person as I like to read light and visual novels, draw and dance.

I am a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Guelph working in the Dutcher lab. I obtained my PhD in Biophysics from the University of Guelph studying a novel nanoparticle, phytoglycogen, which is naturally produced by corn. Using atomic force microscopy, I investigated the morphology and mechanical properties of phytoglycogen nanoparticles and was able to visualize their underlying dendritic architecture as well as quantify the effect of hydration and different size-reducing modifications. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, playing sports, camping and fishing.

I am a PhD candidate in the Molecular Biology and Biochemistry department at Simon Fraser University, working under the supervision of Dr. Nancy Forde. My research interests lie in understanding protein structure-function relations. Specifically, how molecular footprints in collagen’s triple helix give rise to its characteristic higher order structure. I use atomic force microscopy to study the effect of physiologically relevant environmental changes on the mechanical properties and assembly of collagen. By elucidating the structural response of collagen to its environment, we can gain a better understanding of how chemical and mechanical information is transduced in tissues. Outside of the lab, I enjoy working in my own lab (my kitchen), hiking, and playing volleyball.

I am a PhD candidate in the department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Dalhousie University. My research, under the supervision of Dr. Langelaan, investigates the protein-protein interactions between a melanocyte-specific transcription factor and its co-regulators. Using biophysical techniques and functional cell-based assays, I aim to gain a better understanding of how these proteins work together to regulate gene expression, and how their misregulation can lead to the development of melanoma skin cancer. Outside of the lab, I enjoy cooking new foods, listening to podcasts, and exploring the beautiful coastal scenery of Nova Scotia.

I am currently an honours student in physics at Saint Mary’s University under the supervision of Dr. Richard Cisek and Dr. Danielle Tokarz. My research project is investigating how the nonlinear properties of certain optical fibers can be used to create a wavelength tunable laser source for nonlinear optical microscopy. This will allow us to investigate the wavelength dependence of nonlinear optical phenomena in various samples. In my free time I enjoy Hiking, playing chess, and reading.