Wangchao obtained his PhD from the Institute of Neuroscience in Shanghai, China, followed by postdoctoral training at UVA and Washington University in St. Louis. He launched his lab in the Department of Biology and Biochemistry at UH on 09/01/2024.

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Hobbies: NBA, detective fiction.

Matthew grew up in Houston, Texas, and earned a B.S. in Biology from the University of Houston. He went on to complete a Ph.D. in Neuroscience at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where he focused on neural representations involved in long-term memory and fear generalization. He joined the lab on 11/01/2024. In his free time, he enjoys being with family, friends, and his dog, Jasper.

I got my bachelor's degree at UHD in 2023 and started my graduate program at UH in 2024. Because of my passion for neuroscience, I chose to enroll in Cell and Molecular Biology program. Understanding neuronal molecular mechanisms and their functions has always been my attention. In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors and crafting.

Nathan received his B.S. in Biology from the University of North Texas in 2023. He joined the University of Houston's Ph.D. CMB graduate program in the spring of 2024 with a focus on neuroscience. In his free time, he enjoys gaming, traveling with his partner, and watching sports.

Afiyfah joined the CMB program at UH in Spring 2025. She earned her MD and Master’s in Biomedical Science from the University of Brawijaya in Indonesia, where she focused on neuroscience. Afiyfah is passionate about exploring the mysteries of the nervous system and is excited to continue learning and discovering in the field of neuroscience. Outside the lab, she enjoys spending time with her husband and exploring Houston’s many boba tea spots and coffee shops.

I am Katelinn Barnes. I currently a freshman at the University of Houston. I am doing my bachelors in Honors Biology and I completed my associates of Science at Lone Star College. I want to pursue a career in medicine in order to better take care of my parents and understand their health. In my free time, I love drawing and taking pictures of my friends!

Nicole is an undergraduate Biochemical/Biophysical Sciences major at UH. She earned an Associate of Science at Houston Community College in 2025. She is interested in research and neuroscience and has a long-term goal to pursue a Ph.D. in this field. She enjoys historical fiction and fantasy books or shows, dancing, and playing with her dog, Max.