Dr. Svetlana Tafreshi is a Chemical Engineer by training with expertise in polymer modification and characterization, fibrous materials, wastewater purification, and drug transport. She has extensive experience conducting federally funded research, working with industry R&D teams on collaborative projects, and in scientific writing. Dr. Tafreshi has published over 20 peer-reviewed scientific journal papers and presented […]
Dr. Yang has a scientific background in microbiology with broad experience in biotechnology, vaccine development, probiotics identification, and bioinformatics. Dr. Yang has a strong track record in scientific writing and formulating research strategies, having authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications. She has routinely served as a manuscript reviewer for multiple high impact peer-reviewed academic journals. Dr. […]
Dr. Walter is a formally trained immunologist with diverse expertise in nutrition, genetics, virology, neuroscience, and animal behavior. Prior to joining EGC, Dr. Walter received the NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein Postdoctoral Fellowship (F32) for her research on dietary therapeutic agents for fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and persistent neuroinflammation at the University of North Carolina at […]
Dr. Alicia Rasines Mazo’s scientific expertise ranges from materials to biological sciences. She holds a PhD in polymer chemistry, where she honed her skills in controlled polymerizations, polypeptide synthesis and the biological evaluation of antimicrobial agents. Dr. Rasines Mazo previously worked on an industry-funded project in collaboration with Eastman Chemicals, where she expanded her skillset […]
Dr. Ganga Bey is an epidemiologist with interdisciplinary training in social sciences, epigenetics, and the pathophysiology of cardiovascular and Alzheimer’s diseases. Dr. Bey has received numerous research grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research on the role of social stressors in contributing to differences in aging and chronic disease risk across ethnoracially […]
Dr. Kelsey McLaughlin is a well-trained biomedical researcher and experienced grant writer. Her expertise includes physiology, molecular biology, and cancer biology. Before joining EGC, Dr. McLaughlin conducted her graduate and postdoctoral research at East Carolina University, Brody School of Medicine, where she studied metabolism in the context of multiple diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and neurological […]
Dr. Barbara Amoah is a broadly trained scientist with over 15 years of experience in Entomology, Agriculture, Crop Protection, and Environmental Management. Her research background includes multiple interdisciplinary projects in applied insect ecology and management, developing pest control options that are safer, more sustainable, and environmentally friendly to ensure adequate food supply, and environmental and […]
Dr. Tesia Stephenson has over 15 years of experience in chemistry research and education. Her expertise includes organic synthetic chemistry, natural products, and cancer biology. Prior to joining EGC, Dr. Stephenson was Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Francis Marion University, where she taught undergraduate chemistry courses and trained students in laboratory techniques. Dr. Stephenson has […]
Dr. Chelcie Heaney has strong behavioral and molecular neuroscience expertise, including preclinical animal models and mechanisms affecting molecular translation. Her previous research included elucidating the role of inhibitory signaling in learning and memory processes, identifying the key molecular mechanisms associated with the efficacy of rapid antidepressants, utilizing bioinformatics to identify FDA-approved medicines predicted to treat […]
Dr. Priya Pai is a molecular biologist with over a decade of experience in cancer research. Her scientific work explored the molecular underpinnings of pancreatic, colorectal and breast cancer. Over the years, she has acquired experience crafting manuscripts and scientific grant proposals for agencies including the Department of Defense (DoD), Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program […]