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Christy Gliniak, PhD

Assistant professor

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My research interests evolved due to a combination of experiences in endocrinology, gut microbiome, and adipose tissue biology. I have developed a research program in an understudied subject: mesenteric adipose


Jamilah Evelyn

Research Assistant

Graduated: May 2025 Future goals: I want to become a PhD candidate in the EAB program and better my lab skills Fav color: Pink Fun activities: During my free time,



Thalia Grennan

Undergraduate researcher

Grad year: May 2027 Future Goals: Have my own project (maybe even two by the time I graduate if Im lucky :P) Favorite colors: Green and pink Pets: I have



Jason Vesho

Undergraduate researcher

Future goals: I want to pursue a career in forensics. Hopefully, I will join the FBI forensics one day. Favorite color: Red. Fun activities: I like to play tennis, go swimming,


Erika Yu

Undergraduate researcher

Grad Year: 2028 Major: Biological Sciences  Minor: Public Health Future goals: I want to make contributions to the Gliniak Lab and attend Dental School.  Pets: N/A Fav color: Green Fun activities: In my free time, I love playing video


Tanishka Kulkarni

Undergraduate researcher

Graduation year: 2029 Future goals: I am an aspiring physician hoping to complete my undergrad, apply to medical school, and pursue a career in medicine. Favorite colors: Lavender and green