I am Ana Moraes, I am a Postdoctoral fellow at Northwestern University in the Materials Research Center. My research at NU is focused on the development of functional nanomaterial inks for integration in printable battery components. I am also currently involved with the NU Postdoctoral Association as a chair of the career and professional development […]

My name is Rungmai Limvorapitux. I’m a chemistry PhD student in the Nguyen Group at Northwestern University. I am originally from Thailand. After receiving a scholarship from the Japanese government, I moved to Tokyo to pursue my bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.  Work in STEM fields fascinated me on how it improves lives and inspired […]

I am a third year PhD student in the Driskill Graduate Program (DGP). I work in the Ntziachristos Lab that belongs the Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Department and the Hematology and Oncology Department at downtown campus.My work focuses on how post-translational modifications, especially ubiquitination and deubiquitination, affects cancer progression and response to chemotherapy in T-cellacute […]

Greetings, my name is Dr. Claudia B. Späni, and I am currently a Postdoctoral Fellow in Professor Disterhoft’s laboratory at Northwestern University. Our lab investigates the effects aging has on our cognitive abilities. I currently serve as the Social Media Coordinator for the Chicago Women in STEM Initiative. As part of this position, I am […]

Introduction to the Chicago Women in STEM Initiative’s Blog! Are you looking to meet fellow supportive women in STEM fields within the Chicago area? If so, you are in the right place. Welcome to the Chicago Women in STEM Initiative! Here you will find information about our mission, our future goals, and ongoing events. But […]