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Joaquin N Lugo — Dr. Joaquin N Lugo's lab focuses on understanding the relationship between early-life seizures and the development of autism-like behaviors in mice. By exploring how seizures affect the brain during critical periods of development, the lab aims to identify potential therapeutic targets that could mitigate long-term behavioral issues associated with epilepsy. This research combines animal models with molecular techniques to provide insights that may lead to new treatments for children with epilepsy and related behavioral challenges.
Jonathan Kelber — Dr. Jonathan Kelber's lab at Baylor University focuses on understanding how certain proteins influence the spread of cancer, especially in breast and pancreatic tumors. By studying how the Lipocalin-2 protein operates within tumors, the lab aims to uncover mechanisms that could lead to better treatments for metastatic cancers, which are particularly challenging to treat. This research could one day help design therapies to improve patient outcomes and enhance the effectiveness of immune therapies.
Bryan F. Shaw — Dr. Bryan F. Shaw's lab at Baylor University is focused on making biochemistry research accessible to individuals with blindness or low vision. The lab develops innovative assistive technologies that enable blind researchers to participate fully in experimental biology and biochemistry. Their work includes creating tactile devices for handling experimental tools and converting visual data into tactile formats, facilitating the study of proteins related to diseases like ALS.
Tamar Carter — Dr. Tamar Carter's lab at Baylor University focuses on understanding how the invasive mosquito Anopheles stephensi adapts to its environment in Africa and how this affects the spread of malaria. By studying the genetic features of these mosquitoes and their interactions with local Plasmodium species, the lab aims to develop improved ways to monitor and control malaria outbreaks. This research has significant implications for public health, especially in regions where malaria transmission is becoming more prevalent due to invasive species.