Members
Prof. Charles Machan
Charlie is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, where he collaborates with his research group on developing new homogeneous catalysts for energy-relevant reactions involving carbon dioxide and dioxygen. He enjoys teaching inorganic chemistry and doing lab demonstrations. Charlie developed the UVA ChemSciComm mentorship program because he knew that students are interested in developing skills for careers that cross traditional boundaries and become a better resource on pressing global and societal issues for all communities.
Amelia Reid
Amelia is a PhD Candidate in the Machan lab and works on developing systems to transform carbon dioxide into useful products for energy and industrial processes. She is interested in making science accessible to non-experts and highlighting UVA Chemistry research and scientists as humans outside of the lab. She enjoys interviewing others about their research interests as well as making videos to promote science.
Anna Davis
Anna is a PhD Candidate in the Hilinski Lab working on discovering new classes of stereoselective carbon-carbon bond forming reactions. She enjoys art, photo and video editing, and sharing her love of chemistry through social media. She joined ChemSciComm because she believes that making careers in science more accessible to a wide range of people and demystifying the science education process is crucial to developing a stronger and more diverse group of scientists working to modernize the field.
Emma Cook
Emma is a PhD Candidate in the Machan Lab working on the development of bioinspired molecular catalysts for oxygen reduction. She enjoys writing and making scientific concepts more accessible to the general public. She believes effective science communication is crucial in addressing societal concerns as well as promoting diversity and inclusivity within scientific communities.
Hannah Musgrove
Hannah works in the Pompano Lab and utilizes interdisciplinary, bioanalytical techniques to study the immune system. She enjoys writing and finding new ways to help others understand complicated topics. She joined ChemSciComm because she believes learning how to better communicate science is imperative to building stronger communities.
Josh Prindle
Josh is a PhD candidate in the Gahlmann Lab investigating the coordinated network of interactions amongst the cytosolic complex proteins of the Type III Secretion System {T3SS}. Outside of his research, he concentrates his efforts on improving communication and professional development skills in the sciences and encourages positive attitudes and a willingness to help others. He believes shifting STEM disciplines to having a more accepting and inclusive environment will lend to making science more approachable for non-experts.
Rob Dyer
Rob is a PhD Candidate in the Hilinski Lab developing new ways to efficiently make molecules of interest. He enjoys translating scientific jargon to a general audience to make science more approachable. He believes scientific discoveries are only as good as how they implemented and hopes to develop his communication skills to be an ambassador for scientific information.
Sadie Kiendzior
Sadie works in the Landers Lab studying acoustic manipulation of cells and particles for forensic applications. Her favorite way to communicate science is through engaging presentations and one-on-one discussions with people. She joined ChemSciComm because she believes that science is for everyone and wants to harness skills that will help her make science more accessible to a general population.