Chemistry-Biology Interface Program

Research Update3:00 pm John Toscano “Exploring the potential of hydropersulfides (RSSH) to rescue deficient iron-sulfur cluster biosynthesis and treat Friedreich’s ataxia”Research Update 3:30 pm Eli Kengmana"Localizing RNA Transcription within Membraneless DNA Nanostar Droplets"Responsible Conduct in Research 4:30pm Jacki Stone, Ph.D. (Executive Director of Student Well-Being)"Well-Being Resources for Grad Student Success"

THE CHEMISTRY-BIOLOGY INTERFACE PROGRAM THESIS SEMINARStephanie HenriquezAdvisor: Caren L. Freel Meyers“TOWARD DEVELOPMENT OF NOVEL ANTIMICROBIAL STRATEGIES FOR TREATMENT OF BACTERIAL AND VIRAL INFECTION”Monday, January 29, 20241:00 p.m (EST)Basic Sciences AuditoriumWood Basic Science Building (SOM), Ground Flooror via Zoom https://jhjhm.zoom.us/j/99276324717

THE CHEMISTRY-BIOLOGY INTERFACE PROGRAM THESIS SEMINARKeila SheetzAdvisor: Vincent Hilser “Examining Protein Thermodynamics as an Organizing Framework to Investigate the Sequence-Structure-Function Paradigm" Friday, February 9, 20243:00 p.m (EST) Zoom : https://JHUBlueJays.zoom.us/j/98952147528?pwd=SFV2K05WMzByVS8zQ3EyRzU4OWVkQT09 Meeting ID: 989 5214 7528 Password: 335651

Independent Research Proposal3:00 pm Cameron Goff "Elucidating the Role of Radiation Therapy in Recurrence of Triple Negative Breast Cancer for Lymphopenic Patients"Research Update 3:45 pm Keynon Bell "Probing Neuropilin-1 oligomerization in the plasma membrane"Professional Development 4:30pm Dr. Amy Braun (BCI)"Broadening Career Horizons: Enhancing Your PhD Journey through Internships and Experiential Learning"

THE CHEMISTRY-BIOLOGY INTERFACE PROGRAM THESIS SEMINARLauren Bambarger CocoAdvisor: Caren L. Freel Meyers“EXPLORATION OF ANTIMICROBIAL STRATEGIES FOR TREATMENT OF BACTERIAL AND VIRAL INFECTION” Wednesday, March 20, 20241:00 p.m (EST)West Lecture HallWood Basic Science Building (SOM), Ground Flooror via Zoom htps://jhjhm.zoom.us/j/93483044653

Independent Research Proposal 3:00 pm Dhane Schmelyun "Characterization of R148H PrP and its novel inhibitors"Research Update 3:45 pm Eila Maenpaa "Siglec Ligand Localization and Functional Characterization in the Brain"Feedback Session 4:30 pm Dr. Steven Rokita

Talk Title: "The Sweet Nature of the Cellular Stress Response" ****Reception to follow in Remsen 140****

Independent Research Proposal3:00 pmCharles Nosal "Investigating the functional role of polymorphisms of VDR in inflammatory bowel disease"Research Update 3:45 pm Vincent Clark "Explaining and Addressing the Decay of Nucleic Acid Based Sensors"Professional Development 4:30 pm Dr. Sam Hong "CBI to Industry: Making a career of 'figuring it out' "

Chemistry-Biology Interface Program Rotation 3 Talks- Chemistry-Biology Interface First Year Students Presentations