Head Director
Renuka Ramanathan (she/her)
I am a fifth-year PhD student in the Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology, and I study how the bacterialpathogenHelicobacter pylori regulates host-cell signaling and contributes to the development of stomach pathologies such as gastric cancer. Outside of lab, I enjoy tending to my houseplant collection, running and hiking, and cooking a variety of foods!
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Directors
Audrey Tjahjadi (she/her)
I am a fourth year PhD student in the Tucci Lab in the Department of Anthropology. My research focuses on studying human adaptations and demographic history of Oceanic populations using genetic data. Specifically, I am very interested in understanding more about adaptations related to dietary fats. In my free time, I like painting, playing video games and trying out new recipes!
Tanvi Banota (she/her)
I’m a third year MD/PhD student in the department of Immunobiology studying the mechanisms of innate immunity in the context of disease. I’m especially interested in combining my medical interests in endocrinology with my scientific interests in inflammation. Outside of science and medicine, I love watching sports, reading, and going to classical music concerts!
Mira Varma (she/her)
I am a fourth-year PhD student in the Physics department at Yale. My research focuses on quantum entanglement in particle physics, where I use experimental data to try and find signs of quantum entanglement between particles. Beyond my work, I enjoy hiking, baking new recipes, and engaging in arts and crafts. I also love spending quality time with my dog, who never fails to brighten my day!
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