
faculty lab
The Wheeler Lab
The mission of our lab is to cultivate an inclusive and supportive environment where trainees at all levels develop the skills to effectively question, research, and communicate scientific topics. We recognize that our members come from diverse backgrounds, with varied experiences, perspectives, and career goals. We are committed to fostering a respectful and equitable community where everyone feels empowered to contribute and succeed, while providing individualized mentorship and opportunities that align with their unique needs and aspirations.
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- Mari Iida, Ph.D., Distinguished Scientist III
- Bridget Crossman, Graduate student
- Regan Harmon, Graduate student
- Madeline Wolfe, Graduate student
- Maddie Harris, Undergraduate researcher
- Candie Lin, Undergraduate researcher
- Rebekah Chako, Undergraduate researcher
- Presley Pergande, Undergraduate researcher
- Jennifer Yoon, Undergraduate researcher
- Ainsley Olen, Undergraduate researcher
- Eliza Sarandos, Undergraduate researcher
- Addison Sloan, High school student researcher
- Addison Schnarr, High school student researcher
- Kourtney Kostecki, (Ph.D.) 2019-2024
- Nellie McDaniel (Ph.D.), 2015-2020
- Toni Brand (Ph.D.), 2009-2015
- Rebecca Myer (Pharm. D), 2008-2011
- David Campbell (M.D.), 2009-2011
- Kellie Kostopoulus (M.S.), 2011-2012
- Megan Starr (RN), 2011-2013
- Matthew Wleklinski, (M.D./Ph.D), 2012-2013
- Evan Huppert (PA), 2013-2014
- Kelsey Corrigan (M.D.), 2013-2015
- Cara Braverman (Pharm. D), 2013-2015
- John Coan (Ph.D.), 2014-2015
- Hannah Pearson (M.D.), 2014-2017
- Rachel Orbuch (M.D), 2015-2017
- Bailey Flanigan (Ph.D), 2015-2016
- Olivia Ondracek, 2017-2018
- Grace Kang, 2017-2019
- Mahyar Abbariki (D.D.S./ M.D.), 2018-2019
- Meghan Gallagher (M.D), 2018-2019
- Alison Schultz (M.D.), 2017-2020
- Noah Welke, 2018-2020
- Sophia Patton , 2019-2020
- Kathryn Uhl, 2019-2021
- Carlene Kranjac , 2019-2022
- Christine Glitchev, 2021-2024
- Jillian Adams, 2022-2024
- Madisen Crow, 2023-2024