Eliot Hunsberger -Undergrad
My name is Eliot and I’m very excited to be working in the Luger lab this semester! I am majoring in biochemistry and I am particularly interested in studying methods of epigenetic regulation. I am also minoring in French, and in my free time I enjoy picnicking, doing anything outside, going to concerts, and rollerblading.
Damian Sonsino – Undergrad
I am an undergraduate student double majoring in Biochemistry and Classics, with a minor in Hebrew & Israel Studies. I am interested in researching mitochondrial DNA organization in the lab. I enjoy learning new things, inside and outside of the lab and classroom, and in my free time I like to run, to watch and play basketball, and make music.
Grace O’Meara – Undergrad
I am a third year undergraduate student studying biochemistry on the pre-pharmacy track. I am interested in drug development and possibly going into clinical work related to pharmaceuticals. Currently, I am testing different PARP1 inhibitors in the lab. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, cooking, and fitness.
Asher Ferreira – Undergrad
I’m honored to work in the Luger Lab and contribute to archaeal histone structure research. I am interested in helping discover how the first eukaryotic nucleus evolved and fighting autoimmune diseases like Type 1 Diabetes. I am pursuing a major in biochemistry and intend on learning Quechua as well as mastering Spanish during my undergraduate years at CU. On weekdays you can find me teaching climbing classes at The Spot and on weekends hiking in the Front Range.
Thomas Stilley – Undergrad
I am a second year student studying biochemistry and molecular biology. In the future, I would like to attend graduate school for biochemistry. My work in the lab involves studying and developing assays for PARP inhibitors. In my free time, I love watching the Nuggets, working out, playing video games, and fly fishing
Mckenzie Gallagher – Undergrad
I am a fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in Biochemistry and minoring in Philosophy, on the pre-med track. I am currently working on biochemical characterization of NMNAT2 and studying post translational modifications in lab. In my free time, I like to ski, hike, and listen to music
Liora Goldstein – Undergrad
My name is Liora and I am a third-year biochemistry student at CU. I am grateful that the Luger Lab family has agreed to adopt me from my Cameron Lab family. My previous research with the Cameron lab (2022-2024) involved using CRISPRi technology to study thylakoid membrane biogenesis in cyanobacteria. I am shifting gears in the Luger Lab by working on nucleosomes and studying the proteins involved in remodeling chromatin with Dr. Nicole Hoitsma. Beyond my love for all things biochemistry, I am an avid gardener, enjoy teaching, and love being in nature. I also know a bunch of random art history facts!