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After completing her bachelors degree in Engineering from Smith College, Brianne pursued a Ph.D. in Bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania. There, she worked with Dr. Louis Soslowsky in the McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory studying the multiscale biomechanics and structure of tendon. Brianne then moved to Boston to work with Dr. Alan Grodzinsky at MIT for her postdoctoral work, where she focused on developing new in vitro explant models for studying tendon mechanobiology. Outside the lab, she is an avid volleyball player and loves to travel. She also enjoys cooking, crafting, and graphic design.
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Sam received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Biomechanics at the University of Rochester. There, he worked with Dr. Mark Buckley using elastography to study the mechanical strain response of the mouse Achilles tendon insertion to transverse compression as a result of passive dorsiflexion. In his free time, Sam enjoys hiking, ultimate frisbee and video games.
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Emma graduated from Cornell University in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering. At Cornell, she worked with Dr. Jonathan Butcher’s lab developing pre-vascularized thick tissue flaps for tissue engineering applications. She also spent a summer in her hometown of Blacksburg, VA working with Dr. Vincent Wang’s group at Virginia Tech where she researched fatigue loading of mouse flexor tendons. On top of her interests in biomechanics and mechanobiology, Emma is interested in viewing science with a societal perspective and is passionate about global health, women’s health, and science communication. Outside of lab, Emma enjoys running, hiking, biking, swimming, rock climbing, cooking/baking, exploring new places, and competing in triathlons.
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Anthony graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering. At Rochester Institute of Technology, he completed two 7- month co-op work internships, one with GlaxoSmithKline in Pennsylvania and one with the Buckley Lab at the University of Rochester. At GlaxoSmithKline, he worked with the histology group developing protocols to identify key biomarkers relevant to the treatment of various disease. During his time in the Buckley Lab, Anthony studied the role of calcaneal impingement in Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy through the use of ultrasound. Outside of the lab, Anthony is an avid saltwater fisher and enjoys spending time on the water. He also enjoys soccer, hiking, skiing, reading Syfy novels, cooking, and visiting historical sites.
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Hana is a Ph.D. student from Bosnia and Herzegovina. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Cell and Tissue Engineering and a minor in Chemical Engineering at the University of Rochester. There, she worked with Dr. Whasil Lee on the research of the role of mechanically-activated ion channels in chondrocyte mechanotransduction. Hana also spent a summer working with Dr. David Foster and Dr. Ahmed Ghazi at the University of Rochester Medical Center where she worked on comparing computational simulations and hydrogel kidney phantoms for in vivo assessment of intrarenal pressure dynamics during ureteroscopy. On top of her interests in biomechanics and mechanobiology, Hana is actively involved in her local community. As an United World College alumna, she seeks to promote social change through active engagement. Outside of lab, Hana enjoys running, rowing, playing basketball, reading and playing flute.
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Matt graduated from the University of Virginia (go Hoos!) in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. There, he worked with Dr. Kyoko Yoshida, Dr. Pim Oomen, and Dr. Jeffrey Holmes in the Cardiac Biomechanics Lab to develop a mutli-scale computational model coupling hormone network signaling and mechanics to predict cardiac hypertrophy and function. Matt also worked as a product engineer intern at Springbok Analytics during his last year at UVA. His roles at the company included performing muscle segmentation of magnetic resonance images as well as automating in-depth analysis processes of muscle development and asymmetry for clients. When not in lab, Matt enjoys soccer, rock climbing, water sports, hiking, mixology, trying new foods, and venturing to new places.
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Caitlin graduated from Bucknell University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. At Bucknell, she worked with Dr. Eric Kennedy on the evaluation of alternative methodologies for assessing playground surfacing impact attenuation performance and Dean Patrick Mather on the development of electrospun composites with novel shape memory mechanisms. Caitlin also spent a summer working at Rutgers University with Dr. Jeffrey Zahn on the development of recording microelectrodes for characterizing neural potentials as a part of the Research Experience for Undergraduates in Cellular Bioengineering. Outside of the lab, she enjoys reading, soccer, visiting museums, and learning new recipes.
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Arielle graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. At Rowan, she worked with Dr. Sebastian Vega on the design and synthesis of hydrogels for peptide delivery in bone regeneration. She has also worked in the regulatory affairs industry, preparing regulatory submissions for pharmaceutical, biologic, and vaccine products for various biotech companies. Outside of the lab, Arielle enjoys painting, reading, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, and trying new restaurants.
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Hanhminh graduated from BU in 2024 with a BS in Biomedical Engineering and is currently entering her second year of her master’s degree in the same. During undergrad, she studied the impact of incorporating PCR enhancers into droplet-digital PCR for improved data collection. She is now interested in senescence and aging in soft tissue and joined the Connizzo lab to pursue that interest. Outside of the lab, Hanhminh enjoys biking, traveling, playing racquetball, watching sports, and finding new food spots to try.
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Sofie graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering and a minor in Tissue Engineering. At NC State she participated in the Abrams Scholarship Program, an undergraduate research program, and worked in Dr. Matthew Fisher’s Translational Orthopaedic Research Laboratory. Her research focused on using histology to better understand the effect of an anterior cruciate ligament injury on the meniscus in adolescents. Sofie is passionate about contributing to the women’s health field through her research. Outside of the lab, Sofie likes to go for walks, travel, and bake.
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Isabelle is a junior from Needham, MA studying biomedical engineering at BU. She joined the Connizzo lab because she was interested in women's health and regenerative medicine. Outside the lab, Isabelle loves playing the guitar and rock climbing.
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Yashvi is a senior studying Human Physiology at BU, on the pre-med track. She joined the Connizzo lab because she was interested in understanding the applications of mechanobiology research to rehabilitation science. Outside the lab, Yashvi enjoys writing, painting, and listening to music.
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Jonathan is a senior from Pennsylvania majoring in Biomedical Engineering on the pre-med track and in the Kilachand Honors College at BU. He joined the Connizzo lab because of his interest in understanding the mechanisms behind resolving tissue injuries and their clinical applications. Outside of the lab, Jonathan enjoys running, trying new foods, and exploring the city.
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Jamie is a senior from Connecticut studying Biomedical Engineering at BU. She joined the Connizzo Lab to pursue her interest in mechanobiology and its applications to women’s health. Outside of the lab, Jamie enjoys skiing, running, and spending time at the beach.
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Lara is a junior from Turkey majoring in Biomedical Engineering on the pre-dental track at BU. She joined the Connizzo Lab due to her passion for exploring how cellular mechanisms influence tissue structure and function, especially in the context of injury and disease and in applying these findings toward the development of medical solutions. Outside of lab, Lara enjoys playing badminton, running, biking, cooking/baking, charcoal drawing, and traveling.
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OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing Lean Biologix Ametek Engineered Medical Components Ph.D. Student @ U. Pennsylvania Ph.D. Student @ UC Riverside Ph.D. Student @ Georgia Tech/Emory Vertex Pharmaceuticals Ph.D. Student @ Emory Research Assistant @ Boston Children's Hospital Takeda |