Current Students

Developmental toxicity of methylmercury and other heavy metals

My passion for toxicology and biomedical research is vested in my interests in cell and molecular signaling, translational science, and my desire to improve the health of communities and reduce health disparities through the lens of scientific research. I am particularly interested in maternal health and child development.

Studying the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR) in hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells during viral infection 

The role of inhaled iron in neurodegenerative disease processes

Studying the effects of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid on lung barrier integrity and the development of asthma 

Investigating the bioactivity of microplastics and their adsorbed chemicals in an in vitro mammalian model. 

The relationship between the immune system and neuronal activity. 

Investigating the role of B cells in autoimmune disease

Investigating the effects of developmental exposures to environmentally relevant toxicants on glia and neurons

Investigating the immune modulatory effects of environmental exposures.

Defining role of mesenchymal stem cell phagocytosis in radiation induced bone loss. 

I’m interested in science policy and regulation. My future goals are to help protect vulnerable communities from environmental toxicants exposures.

Perturbations in microglia/neuronal communication following radiation

Investigating ovarian insulin signaling and the role of dietary glycotoxins in polycystic ovary syndrome