Karolin Luger, Ph.D. PI, and Chief Lab Wrangler
Training: Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Biophysics from the University of Basel in Switzerland; postdoctoral fellow and research assistant professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zuerich.
Main research interest: Structural biology of chromatin
Shanna Roemen, Admin Coordinator, Luger Lab
I have over 24 years of administrative experience. I started with the HHMI/Luger Lab at CU Boulder in April of 2018. I oversee all administrative functions, media, travel and financials.
In my spare time, I love to travel anywhere warm, with crystal waters and a beach.
Pamela Dyer, Lab Manager II
Luger Lab Manager since May 2001
BS Science, Oregon State University
Horticulture (fruit and vegetable production and genetics)
Specialist in Molecular Biology certificate 2000
Jack of all trades in the lab: Reagent prep, Equipment maintenance, Lab Ordering, Research projects, Resource Management, Organization, Therapist/Life coach, Lab Mom.
Hobbies: Gardening, Tennis, Hiking, Camping
Rakshaa Mureli, Lab Manager I
MS Biomedical Engineering, University of Florida
I have over 7 years of research experience in the biotech industry, specifically in the areas of gene therapy & genome editing. My interest lies in gaining a deeper understanding of the genome and the world around it.
In addition to working on cool science, I am involved in all Luger lab operations: ordering, equipment maintenance, safety, housekeeping, improving lab processes etc.
In my free time, I love to bake & decorate cakes, explore cuisines from around the world and experiment with different types of coffee & latte art. I also enjoy the outdoors, gardening, and a good book!