Tay Lab - Team

Tuan Leng Tay, Dr. rer. nat.

Group Leader

Everyone who associates with our group should have the time of their lives doing Science. Leveraging on a very supportive research environment, I hope to help each of us achieve our absolute potential. Be fearless and pursue your own unique dreams.

Scarlet, G. S. P.

HR Manager, Timekeeper, Security Guard, Health Officer and Spiritual Leader #realboss #buerohund #wirschaffeneszusammen

I provide therapy when experiments are challenging. I run outdoor project meetings and soft skill workshops. Free time? What is free time? Grants and papers are written in my sleep.

Amritha Manjally, B.Eng. Biotechnology, M.Sc. Neuroscience

MSc Neuroscience student (July 2019–May 2020)

Research Assistant (June 2020–March 2021)

PhD candidate, Neurobiology, BU (From September 2021)

I have a Masters degree in Neuroscience from the University of Freiburg. I will be pursuing my graduate studies in the area of neuroimmunology. I am interested in studying microglial cells both in vitro and in vivo in the context of neurodegeneration. I am motivated to acquire new skills in the field of neuroscience, imaging, bioinformatics, and data analysis. In my free time, I love to sketch, paint and draw comic strips for fun.

Ouzéna Bouadi, B.Sc. Biology, M.Sc. Neuroscience

Joint Master of Neuroscience intern/MS thesis (February 2020–August 2021)

PhD candidate, Neurobiology, BU (From September 2021)

After starting my university training in medical school, I received my B.Sc in multidisciplinary biology in 2019 (France/Canada). I joined the Tay Lab during my M.Sc in Neuroscience and majored in neuroimmunology (France/Germany). My research interest concerns glial interactions within the brain. I am currently studying long-term microglial and astrocytic responses to various brain injuries and in different experimental models. In my free time, I like drawing/painting and hiking!

Clifton Johnson III

Bachelor student, Neurobiology, BU (From July 2022)

I am a third year undergraduate student studying neurobiology. I am interested in translational and clinical neuroscience and improving our understanding of neurodegenerative diseases. In my free time I like to work out, play basketball, and watch movies.

Sofia Guerra

RISE BU High School Intern (July–August 2022)

Volunteer Research Assistant (From August 2022)

I am a high school senior from Washington state. I’m interested in research on neural implants and the role of microglia in the CNS. During my time at the Tay lab, I hope to learn more in the field of neuroscience, gain research and lab experience, and meet like-minded mentors and peers. Some of my hobbies include writing, fencing, and watching marine biology videos.

Emily Kraft, B.S. Physiology & Neurobiology and Psychology

Research Assistant / Lab Manager (From August 2022)

I have a double BS in Physiology & Neurobiology and Psychology from the University of Maryland. I’m interested in the molecular and cellular basis of neurological disorders, and I’m looking forward to expanding my research skills with the Tay Lab! In my free time, I love to read, knit, and play Dungeons and Dragons.

Jason Zeng

Bachelor student, Neurobiology, BU (From August 2022)

I am an undergraduate at BU with a concentration in neurobiology and a secondary in computer science. I am interested in the implications of computer science in neurobiology. I hope my time in the Tay Lab allows me to gain practical laboratory and research experience. In my free time I daydream about becoming a chef and I love to go to the gym.

Danielle Beason

Bachelor student, Biomedical Engineering, BU (From September 2022)

I am currently a Junior studying Biomedical Engineering at Boston University. I am particularly interested in molecular biology, nanotechnology, and materials science. I hope to one day pass the PE exam for Chemical Engineering! In my free time, I practice yoga and read the extensive Dune series.

Jonathan Yoshihara

Bachelor student, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology & Genetics, BU (From September 2022)

I am currently a senior at Boston University. I'm interested in our research on neurodegenerative diseases and I hope to gain practical lab experience. In my free time I like to cook, play the saxophone, and find new shows to watch.

Chenkai Yao

Bachelor student, Biomedical Engineering, BU (From September 2022)

I am currently a senior studying Biomedical Engineering at Boston University. I’m interested in computational biology, bioinformatics, and clinical devices. I hope to integrate my programming skills and research experience to improve the analysis tools of the lab.

Yuyang (Kevin) Kang

Bachelor student, Computer Engineering, BU (From September 2022)

I am a senior student majoring in computer engineering. I am interested in machine learning, software engineering, and optical science. In Tay Lab, I will apply my programming skills to biology and neuroscience and improve my practical ability in the laboratory. In my spare time, I enjoy singing, running, and playing the piano to relax.

Alumni

Tamara Ritter, B.Sc., M.Sc. Biology

Research Assistant (March 2019-January 2020)

Tamara has started her new full-time position at the CellGenix headquarters in Freiburg (February 2020).

Denis Veil, B.Eng. Industrial Engineer

Research Assistant for Bioinformatics and Programming (April 2019–March 2021)

"I am interested in everything where technology is involved." Denis has completed his second Bachelor degree in Computer Science with a focus on software development, information retrieval, and bioinformatics.

Matteo P. Petrich, B.Sc. Biology, M.Sc. Biology

Intern/Research Assistant for Neurosurgery (November 2019–March 2021)

MSc Biology student (June 2020–March 2021)

Matteo is Project Team Leader at PharmaLex in Germany (fall of 2021).

Patrick Campbell, B.Sc. Physics

MSc Neuroscience student (October 2019-January 2020)

Vandana Shree Vedartham Srinivasan, B.Tech. Biotechnology

Research Assistant (January-March 2020)

Vandana has completed the MSc Neuroscience programme at the University of Freiburg and will begin PhD training at the University of Strasbourg in 2022.

Gerardo Sequen Rivera, B.S. Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior

Masters rotation student, Anatomy & Neurobiology, BU (February-May 2022)

Tina Chen

Bachelor student, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, BU

Summer work-study intern (June-August 2022)

Katherine He