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March 2024: Congratulations, Taniya, for passing the comprehensive exam!
March 2024: Danielle delivered a lecture for the David A. Walsh '67 Arts & Sciences Seminar Series!
February 2024: We are happy to have Drs. Vasantha Krishna Kadambar and Madhura Bellare wearing our lab's T-shirt! And congratulation on having a second baby boy (the first boy Ameya is in the picture)! Prof. Melman would have been proud of you!
January 2024: We just had one more manuscript accepted for publication. Congratulations to all authors!
December 2023: Danielle's manuscript in Expert Review of Proteomics was just accepted for publication. Congratulations, Danielle! Congratulations all co-authors!
December 2023: Celeste A. Darie rejoins our lab.
Celeste is currently a 9th grade student at the Potsdam High School. She started working in the lab in 2020, during the pandemic lockdown, when she was in Middle School. Her science projects have included an analysis of snake skin and more recently, blood for breast cancer biomarkers. She has advanced to the prestigious Broadcom Master’s Science Fair and Thermo Science Fair and received highest honors at the Terra Science Fairs. Celeste also enjoys art, playing violin and piano and running cross country and track. She greatly appreciates her mentor, Danielle Whitham.
December 2023: Niyogushima Nuru joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
Niyogushima is a first generation college student who immigrated from Tanzania’s Muyovozi Refugee Camp to Syracuse, NY in 2007 when she was only 3 years old. As the oldest of 12 children, Niyogushimaspends her time enjoying the gym, cooking, and taking care of her siblings. As a recent Clarkson transfer student, Niyogushima is in their Junior year of their Biomolecular Science degree and are an active members of NSBE and Sister 2 Sister. After receiving her bachelors degree, she plans to further her studies Biomolecular Sciences in graduate school. Niyogushima is excited to learn more about Clarkson and explore other after-college opportunities. Welcome to our lab, Niyogushima!
November 2023: Danielle just received the Eastern Analytical Symposium Graduate Student Award!
November 2023: Lab Picture at the Eastern Analytical Symposium: "Members of Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratories at Clarkson attend Eastern Analytical Symposium", Clarkson Announcement
November 2023: On our way to the Eastern Analytical Symposium, stop for lunch at Chipotle
November 2023: Lab meeting, practicing presentations for the Eastern Enalytical Symposium Conference
November 2023: Gabriella Ballestas joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories Gabriella, a native of Colombia, is a senior biology major, with a minor in chemistry. She obtained an Associate's Degree in Science from Triton College before transferring to Clarkson University and she looks forward to developing a career in research, combining biochemistry, immunology and epidemiology. She is passionate about science and healthcare access and equity and hopes her research will contribute to changing how we view social determinants of health. Welcome to our lab, Gabriella!
November 2023: Jason Ngwa joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories, Jason is a sophomore majoring in Biomolecular Science. Jason is interested in medicine, and aims to improve healthcare in rural areas. His home country is Cameroon. He is an active member of the National Society for Black Engineers and enjoys football, spending time with friends, and traveling. Welcome to our lab, Jason!
November 2023: Congratulations, all for your contribution to Madhuri's latest accepted manuscript!
November 2023: Dr. Lipika Pati joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories. Dr. Pati has earned her MS and Ph.D. from Utkal University, India. She has obtained a second MS degree from Clarkson University (IBB program). She has worked in Michigan State University as a Post-doctoral research associate and has taught college biology as an instructor at SUNY Canton, NY. Welcome to our labs, Dr. Pati!
November 2023: Dr. Darie just delivered a lecture at the Science Cafe. Thank you Dr. Ben-Avraham, for the invitation!
October 2023: Danielle just e-delivered a presentation at the Al I Cuza University Days, Iasi, Romania
October 2023: Happy to have the entire Kendrick Labs team wearing our labs' T-shirt! From left: Nancy, Matt, Ethan, Diane, Andrew, Keith, Christina, Jon, Isaac, Moko, and Sylvia
October 2023: Dr. Darie delivered a lecture at Euroaliment, an online international Symposium, organized by the University of Galati, Romania
October 2023: Dr. Darie just delivered a lecture on application of mass spectrometry in biomedical research to SOAR
October 2023: Our speaker, Dr. Bejan, with the members of Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories, after he delivered the Walsh seminar
October 2023: Farewell, Elizabeth, and thank you for your help and support to our lab
September 2023: Madhuri's manuscript was just accepted for publication. Congrats, Madhuri, Congrats, all authors!
September 2023: Fall retreat of our lab members at Darie Camp
September 2023: Peter Biggers joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories! Peter is a sophomore at Clarkson University and is majoring in biomolecular science and chemistry. Peter is from Watertown, NY. He hopes that the lab will help further grow his knowledge in the field and is very excited to work in the lab. He enjoys lacrosse, music, and lifeguarding. After graduating, he plans on going to med school. Welcome to our lab, Peter!
September 2023: Nick Versaci joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories. Nick is a sophomore at Clarkson University and is majoring in Chemistry. Originally from Burlington, VT, he enjoys hanging out with friends, listening to music, developing connections, exploring his city for interesting places to see, and visiting Lake Champlain to appreciate its natural beauty. He hopes researching in this lab he will expand his knowledge of mass spectrometry and the discovery of chemical biomarkers. After graduating, he’s considering pursuing graduate school to earn a higher degree. If not, he will look for job opportunities that include lab work to further pursue his passion for working in laboratories for research. Welcome to the lab, Nick!
August 2023: Victor Tochukwu Njoku joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories. Victor holds a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Nigeria and joins our labs as a graduate student. He is passionate about the dynamics of proteins in cancer development and detection. He is very excited about the opportunity to explore the advanced and promising techniques of mass spectrometry in protein analysis. He generally loves and enjoys sports, soccer being his favorite. He also loves sightseeing. Above all, he loves making scientific discoveries. Welcome to our lab, Victor!
August 2023: Kaya Johnson joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories. Kaya is a junior at Clarkson University majoring in Chemistry and Biomolecular Science. This summer she interned at Dexcom and worked on manufacturing process improvement for making CGMs. She hopes to pursue a career in Research and Development, Pharmaceuticals, or Process Engineering. Outside of academics Kaya is also a part of the Division III softball team and the club basketball team. She is very excited for the opportunity to join the lab and conduct meaningful research! Welcome to our labs, Kaya!
August 2023: Our ASD study, conducted by Dr Alisa Woods and Kelly (currently Dr. Wormwood), in collaboration with SUNY Plattsburgh researchers (Drs. Ryan and Charette) was just accepted for publication in Protein Journal. Congratulations, all!
July 2023: The members of our lab present their work at the Clarkson's RAPS conference.
July 2023: We had a lot of researchers, visitors, this summer: "Clarkson Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratories Welcomes Summer Research Visitors from Romania", Clarkson Announcement
July 2023: Our lab members in retreat at Camp Darie
July 2023: Nina Hukovic re-joins our lab for the summer. Nina is a sophomore in Morristown Central High School and she is interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. She already worked in our lab this past semester, and learned proteomics. She worked on biomarker discovery for breast cancer detection and is happy to return to our lab. Welcome back, Nina!
July 2023: Ioana Adumitresei joins our lab for summer research. Ioana is an MD student at the "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iași, Romania She came for the summer to learn proteomics and apply it on plant seed proteomes, She also plans to apply proteomics in biomarker discovery. Welcome to our lab, Ioana!
July 2023: Mara Moldovanu joins our lab for summer research. Mara is an undergraduate student at the Babes-Bolyai University from Cluj, Romania, working on her degree in Engineering, Industrial Biotechnology. She came to our lab learn proteomics and apply it in biotechnology. Welcome to our lab, Mara!
July 2023: Dr. Silivia Ienciu joins our lab for summer research. Silvia is an MD working at the nefrology section of the County Emergency Clinical Hospital from Timisoara, Romania. SHe plans to lear proteomics and apply it to biomarker discovery for chronic kidney disease. Welcome to our lab, Silvia!
July 2023: Our lab members met at the Protein Society Symposium with Dr. Szedlacsek from the Institute of Biochemistry, Romanian Academy
July 2023: The members of our labs attended the Protein Society Symposium
June 2023: Krish was named for the president’s list (Spring ‘23) at SUNY Potsdam. Congrats, Krish! SUNY Potsdam Announcement
June 2023: Congratulations, all, for a new accepted manuscript!
June 2023: Taniya & Krish attended the CAMP Conference and presented their work
June 2023: "Clarkson Graduate Student Wins Graduate Research Award to Attend Eastern Analytical Symposium" Congratulations, Danielle! Clarkson Announcement
May 2023: Farewell, Noel, and good luck, no matter what you do!
May 2023: Farewell, Isabelle, and good luck, no matter what you do!
May 2023: Farewell, James, and good luck, no matter what you do!
May 2023: Farewell, Bailee, and good luck, no matter what you do!
May 2023: Farewell, Emily, and good luck, no matter what you do!
May 2023: Krish won the "Calculus - I“ Award from the Mathematics Department of SUNY Potsdam. Congratulations, Krish!
May 2023: Marcy, our Clarkson's Grants Officer just became a honorary member of our lab. Welcome to our lab, Marcy (and thanks for all these grant submissions)!
May 2023: Logan attended career day at school 2 in Troy, New York to teach elementary students about biochemistry and proteomics. Students were able to see videos of lab experiments and ask questions in regards to the studies at Clarkson University and the Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratories. They are very excited to learn about becoming a scientist! Great job, Logan! We're proud of you!
May 2023: Danielle won the Shipley Endowed Graduate Fellowship Award. Congratulations, Danielle!
May 2023: Taniya won the Kenneth Ray Woods Graduate Student Award. Congratulations, Taniya!
May 2023: James won the Kenneth Ray Woods Undergraduate Student Award. Congratulations, James!
May 2023: Danielle won the Vlad Artenie Graduate Student Award. Congratulations, Danielle!
May 2023: Isabelle won the Vlad Artenie Undergraduate Student Award. Congratulations, Isabelle!
May 2023: Congratulations, Dr. Jayathirtha!
May 2023: Nina Hukovic joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
Nina is a sophomore in Morristown Central High School and she is interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. She enjoys swimming, reading, playing piano and traveling in her free time. She am part of the Northern TRIBS swim program and works as a lifeguard during the summer. She is also part of the student council and yearbook committee. She is very excited to work in the lab and very grateful for this opportunity. Welcome to our labs, Nina!
May 2023: Krish just got the Freshman Chemistry Award from the Department of Chemistry at SUNY Potsdam. Congratulations, Krish!
May 2023: Lilian Corrice joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
Lilian is a freshman who graduated from Montville High School in Connecticut in 2022. She is majoring in Biomolecular Science with a concentration in neuroscience. She is a member of the Clarkson University softball team. In the off season and during the summer, she volunteers for several non-profits including Madonna Place, Children First, and S.T.E.P.S to help women, children, and parents have the resources and support they need to keep their community and family unit strong. Welcome to our labs, Lilian!
April 2023: Dr. Darie was on the Romanian national TV.
https://youtu.be/JfHxYZS9UMc
April 2023: Hailey was on TV and is now famous.
https://www.wwnytv.com/2022/03/29/academic-all-star-hailey-morrissiey/
April 2023: Dr. Darie delivered an oral presentation at the STOP Cancer Workshop.
April 2023: Our lab members presented their work at the RAPS local Conference. Congratulations, all of you!
April 2023: Danielle & James ar the Corvin's Castle (where historical Dracula was imprisoned by his son-in-law).
April 2023: With Dr. Mihasan, our courtesy lab member, at the Diaspora meeting
April 2023: Members of Clarkson’s Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories attend Workshop in Romania
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/members-clarksons-biochemistry-proteomics-laboratories-attend-workshop-romania
April 2023: Two of Dr. Zamfir's lab members delivering an oral presentation.
April 2023: Timisoara by day and night.
April 2023: Danielle, James, Dr. Darie and our host, Dr. Zamfir delivered presentations.
April 2023: Danielle and James visited Turda Salt Mine
April 2023: Dr. Darie joins Danielle & James at the Diaspora Conference
April 2023: Danielle & James just landed in Romania, to attend a Diaspora workshop, as invited speakers.
April 2023: Congrats to Aneeta & Logan, for winning the ACS-NNY prizes!
April 2023: Lab group photo at the ACS-Northern New York Chemistry meets Biology Conference
April 2023: Our lab members presented their work at the ACS-NNY Chemistry meets Biology Conference: Taniya, Pathea, Aneeta, Logan, Norman, Krishan, Abi, Hailey, & James. Congrats, all of you!
April 2023: Dr. Szedlacsek is now back in Romania, with his research group, wearing a Clarkson hoodie and the department's and our lab's T-shirts.
March 2023: Lab Dinner at the Asian Buffet.
March 2023: Congratulations, all!
February 2023: Our lab's work is famous in Germany! Read Danielle's interview!
https://www.infobae.com/de/2022/04/11/sie-entdecken-dass-ein-muttermilchtest-anzeichen-von-brustkrebs-geben-kann/
February 2023: Congratulations on Danielle's paper on our collaboration with Dr. Aurelian Radu's lab from Mount Sinai School of Medicine!
January 2023: Noelia Ventura joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
Noelia is a freshman at Clarkson University majoring in Chemistry. They are an active participant in the schools Gender and Sexuality Alliance as well as being involved in the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Outside of school, they love to read, listen to music, play guitar, and watch movies. As of right now, Noelia is unsure if they will continue on with schooling after earning their bachelor degree or if they will join the professional workforce. Welcome to our lab, Noelia!
January 2023: Jerome Strong III joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories!
Jerome is from the small town of Welaka Florida and received his Diploma from Crescent City High School. Soon after, he joined the US Army until he was honorably discharged in March of 2022. As a Clarkson Student, he intends to study biology or biomolecular science and do research in biomarker discovery. He plans to pursue a career in Physical therapy and work with sports medicine. Welcome to our lab, Jerome!
January 2023: Noel Castillo joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories!
Noel is a senior majoring in Chemical Engineering with a concentration in Biomolecular Engineering and a minor in computer science. He is the acting president of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) where he helps to coordinate professional development activities as well as foster the development of a mutually supportive space that encourages excellence and prioritizes community. Aside from organizational and academic activities, Noel enjoys reading and is currently reading Gödel, Escher, Bach by Douglas Hofstadter. He enjoys reading manga, boxing, solving problems, listening to music, and practicing piano. Upon graduation, Noel will be working as an Associate Engineer for The Estee Lauder Companies and is considering studying part-time, working towards an MS in Bioinformatics. Welcome to our lab, Noel!
January 2023: So glad to have Dr. Szedlacsek as an invited speaker for Walsh Seminar Series and Chemistry Seminar Series at Clarkson University!
January 2023: Abigail Mortimer joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories!
Abi is a first-year Honors student majoring in Chemical Engineering. She is a member of Clarkson University's Outing Club, Ski Club, and Equestrian Club. She loves to spend time outside and can often be found, skiing, hiking, and camping. When she is not doing schoolwork some of her hobbies include volunteering at community events, fostering animals, reading, painting, and spending time with family and friends. After graduating with a bachelor's degree, she will decide whether to continue to graduate school or to go directly into a job in the field of regenerative medicine. Welcome to our lab, Abi!
January 2023: Krishan Weraduwage joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories!
Krishan is a first-year student from Sri Lanka, majoring in Chemistry and planning to minor in Mathematics at SUNY Potsdam, he has cross-registered with Clarkson University. He enjoys engaging in nature activities like Kayaking, Skiing, and camping as well as music. Krish has won the “Charlie Smith Prize for Calculus - 1” for fall 2022 and carries a 3.91 overall GPA to the next semester. He always enjoys helping others by tutoring Chem & Math classes at college. He is interested in Mass Spectrometry as well as Proteomics. As he plans to continue his studies at the graduate level in the future, he would like to develop his research skills and knowledge by working with Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories. Welcome to our lab, Krishan!
December 2022: Farewell, Isabelle & Mary, we wish you all the best, and congratulations on your graduation!
December 2022: Hailey Morrissiey joins Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
Hailey is a first year honors student majoring in Biomolecular Science and Psychology. She is a member of the golf club and gardening club at Clarkson, and in her free time she works a few part time jobs; one as an extended day teacher, one as a customer service representative, and as a lifeguard. She is an active volunteer in the Potsdam and surrounding communities, often aiding churches and humane societies. When she is not at work she enjoys reading, painting, cooking, and doing outdoor activities. After she graduates with her bachelors degree, she plans to continue her studies at the graduate level, with a focus on Biomolecular Science. Welcome to our lab, Hailey!
November 2022: Danielle was on the news
https://www.asbmb.org/asbmb-today/people/091222/pipette-grant-for-whitham-steam-scholarship-for-ga
November 2022: Madhuri's new manuscript was just accepted for publication. Congratulations, all!
November 2022: Our lab's oral and poster presenters at the Eastern Analytical Symposium
November 2022: Members of Clarkson’s Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratories Attend the Eastern Analytical Symposium
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/members-clarksons-biochemistry-and-proteomics-laboratories-attend-eastern-analytical-symposium
November 2022: Emily Locke joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories
Emily is a senior majoring in Biomolecular Science with a Pre-Public Health, Pre-Physician Assistant track. She is an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Chief of Clarkson University EMS, a member of the Honors Program and Activities Co-Chair of the Honors Steering Board, a member of the American Cancer Society on Campus, and works as a Medical Assistant at Massena Hospital. Emily plans to start a Master's program for Public Health in the Fall of 2023 after earning her Bachelor's of Science and hopes to one day work as a Physician Assistant with a focus on public health. Outside of the classroom, Emily enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time on the St. Lawrence River. Welcome to our lab, Emily!
November 2022: Danielle just passed the comprehensive exam. Now she is a Ph.D. candidate. Congratulations, Danielle!
November 2022: Congratulations to our lab's new Ph.D. (#9), Dr. Jayathirtha!
October 2022: Another paper was published by our lab. Congratulations, all!
October 2022: Darie Lab members supported experiments at AAK Middle School
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/students-clarksons-biochemistry-proteomics-laboratories-support-local-middle-school-science
October 2022: A new manuscript was just accepted. Congratulations, all authors!
October 2022: Ryan McCarthy joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories
Ryan is a junior double majoring in biology and psychology. She is a member of the Clarkson University Pep Band and works with CUEMS as an emergency medical technician (EMT). Ryan plans to go to medical school after earning her bachelors of science and hopes to be a physician working in cardiology or obstetrics. Outside of school, Ryan enjoys music, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. Welcome to our lab, Ryan!
October 2022: Darie Lab members attend the ACS NERM meeting in Rochester, NY, October 2-5
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/students-clarksons-biochemistry-proteomics-laboratories-attend-acs-northeastern-regional
September 2022: Danielle, Madhuri & Dr. Darie attending Emma's wedding (Dr. Dupree)
September 2022: Our recent manuscript was just accepted for publication in Molecules. Congratulations, all!
September 2022: Lab retreat at Darie Camp: forest, lake, kayaks, chaise-lounge, hammocks, grill, campfire, smores, and more
September 2022: Theodora Hassapelis joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab!
Theodora is a Sophomore Majoring in Biomolecular Science and Chemistry. She is the Diversity & Inclusion Chair for the Honors Steering Board, Vice President of Co-Ed Professional Fraternity Alpha Kappa Psi, First Year Seminar Peer Mentor, and Clarkson University Orchestra member. She enjoys all things art, Dungeons & Dragons, playing music and video games, learning new languages, and gaining new experiences! She hopes to further her education in graduate school and help others through toxicology research. She is beyond excited to join the team and continue her learning journey! Welcome to our lab, Tedi!
September 2022: Pathea Bruno joins the Darie Labs
Pathea is from Queens Village, NY. She completed her bachelor's degree in Biology in December 2021 from Iona University. As a Clarkson McNair scholar she studied dispersal rates of pseudomonas bacteria with Dr. Susan Bailey and Mahfuza Akter. Currently as a Graduate student at Clarkson she will be studying the use of proteins in breast milk to detect breast cancer. She has alway been interested in Biological sciences and aspires to be an anesthesiologist and also continue researching. Welcome to our labs, Pathea!
September 2022: Norman Haaker joins the Darie Labs
Norman is a sophomore majoring in Biology from Munich, Germany. He is on a pre-med track with the goals of becoming a doctor in the future. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends, going to the gym and going for walks. Norman also participated in research work with Dr. Davinack last semester. Welcome to our labs, Norman!
August 2022: James Lowe joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
James is a Senior Chemical Engineering Major with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. James would like to use his lab experience in proteomics to further his career in pharmaceuticals and healthcare. He is the president of Circle K, which focuses on service within the Clarkson community. He is also involved in Chem-E-Car, Intramural Basketball, and Spikeball Club. His hobbies include playing guitar and solving puzzles of any kind. Welcome to our lab, James!
August 2022: Aneeta Arshad Joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratories.
Aneeta received her MS in Chemistry from COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad campus, Pakistan. Her interest of study includes biochemistry and mass spectrometry. During her MS studies, she worked on composite material in drug delivery. She also worked as internee in lab and performs different projects related to fast drug delivery by using different composite material. Welcome to our lab, Aneeta!
August 2022: Dr. Darie was awarded a $146K grant from the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-chemistry-professor-awarded-164k-grant-national-institutes-health
August 2022: Danielle and Madhuri visit Romania
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/two-clarkson-chemistry-graduate-students-visit-romania-through-erasmus-exchange-program
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle visiting Europe (part 2, Greece): Catamaran cruise
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle visiting Europe (part 2, Greece): Santorini
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle visiting Europe (part 1, Italy): St. Peter's Basilica and St. Angelo castle
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle visiting Europe (part 1, Italy): Trevi Fountain and Vatican City Museum
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle visiting Europe (part 1, Italy): Colosseum in Rome
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle just completed the JASSY Summer School! Thank you, Dr. Petre, for making this happen!
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle, visiting the Botanical Garden in Iasi, Romania
July 2022: Madhuri & Danielle, visiting Romania during their weekends, guided by Dr. Alina Petre, our lab's former Fulbright Fellow Visitor
June 2022: Madhuri & Danielle, together with Dr. Petre, visiting the Ceramics Festival in Iasi
June 2022: Danielle, Madhuri & Dr. Darie, in Dr. Neagu's lab.
June 2022: Danielle, Madhuri & Dr. Darie, together with Drs. Mihasan, Petre and Darie-Ion, all Erasmus+ awardees, in Dr. Petre's lab.
June 2022: Madhuri and Danielle competing in the color run in Iasi, Romania.
June 2022: In Dr. Mihasan's Lab
June 2022: Darie Lab members at ASMS
May 2022: Dr. Darie has been promoted from associate professor to professor of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science!
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/costel-darie-receives-promotion-clarkson-university
May 2022: Farewell, Shelby, Panashe & Hannah, no matter what you'll do in life! We know you will succeed!
May 2022: Thanks, Prof. Tom Neubert, Dr. Darie's former postdoc advisor from the New York University School of Medicine, for donating the LTQ Orbitrap to our lab!
May 2022: Congratulations, Dr. Dupree!
May 2022: Congratulations to Madhuri, Hannah and Mara, the Vlad Artenie Award recipients!
May 2022: Congratulations to Danielle, Shelby & Panashe, the Kenneth Woods Award recipients!
April 2022: Isabella Pelkey joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Labs!
Isabella is a freshman majoring in Biology and Psychology along the Pre-Medicine track. She would like to attend medical school and pursue a career in Fetal and Neonatal Surgery. She is the Vice President of Clarkson University EMS, and enjoys spending her free time skiing, hiking, or working out. She is also on the Division III Clarkson University Alpine Ski Team, and she is also looking forward to playing on the club soccer team next year. She am so grateful for this opportunity, and I am so excited to research in the area of proteomics and breast cancer. Welcome to our lab, Isabella!
April 2022: Madhuri just delivered a presentation in the Department Seminar Series
April 2022: Danielle's mentoring skills turned Celeste into a winner!
https://www.northcountrynow.com/honors-recognition/potsdam-middle-school-student-advances-national-science-competition-0318060
April 2022: John Carlson joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab!
John is a freshman pursuing a dual degree in Biomolecular Science and Chemistry. He is a Senator of the Clarkson University Student Association, a member of the Clarkson University Chapter of the American Chemical Society, and a brother of Tau Epsilon Phi International Fraternity. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games, watching movies, and most of all, spending time with his friends. He is excited and honored to work with Dr. Darie's research team, and hopes to continue his education in graduate school by studying biochemistry in cancer research. Welcome to our lab, John!
April 2022: Danielle is in the news: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-10683943/Early-warning-signs-breast-cancer-spotted-breast-milk-blood-scientists-say.html
April 2022: Darie Lab members attended ASBMB 2022
March 2022: Logan Seymour joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab!
Logan is a freshman here at Clarkson University studying Biomolecular Science and Chemistry, and is in a combined program for an MBA at completion. She is planning on possibly pursuing a career in clinical or forensic science in the future, and is excited to be able to participate in undergraduate research. Welcome to our lab, Logan!
March 2022: Danielle went to her home high school in Colchester, VT, and delivered a lecture in her former Chemistry teacher's class, Mr. Jeffrey Richey
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-graduate-student-gives-presentation-her-former-high-school-colchester-vt
March 2022: Reatha von Holtz joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Reatha is a freshman at Clarkson University. She is a Biomolecular Science major with a minor in Medicine and Healthcare. Reatha is also a member of the American Chemical Society here at Clarkson. Her ultimate goal is to pursue a career in either clinical or pharmaceutical research. Welcome to our lab, Reatha!
March 2022: Lab Members to present proteomics research at the American Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology meeting
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-university-students-present-proteomics-research-international-conference
January 2022: The Lab gets a new instrument: Xevo G2-XS
January 2022: Madhuri just won an award to travel to ASBMB conference. Congrats, Madhuri!
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-phd-candidate-wins-travel-award-attend-american-society-biochemistry-and-molecular
January 2022: Madhuri's manuscript was just accepted in the American Journal of Cancer Research. Congratulations, Madhuri & co-authors!
January 2022: Mary Donnelly to Intern at Los Alamos National Laboratory
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-biomolecular-science-student-intern-los-alamos-national-laboratory
January 2022: Yashveen and George just graduated.
Congratulations to your graduation! Good luck in whatever you do. We know that you will succeed!
January 2022: Can Breast Milk Detect Cancer? What New Research from Clarkson University Says
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/can-breast-milk-detect-cancer-what-new-research-clarkson-university-says
January 2022: Dr. Darie Receives $443K NIH Grant for Breast Cancer Research
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-chemistry-professor-receives-443k-nih-grant-breast-cancer-research
December 2021: Taniya Jayaweera joins the Darie Lab.
Taniya, a native of Sri Lanka, earned a BS degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from the University of Colombo. Welcome to our lab, Taniya!
December 2021: Dr. Darie and Dr. Woods awards from the Academy
December 2021: Clarkson Professors Awarded Prize from the Romanian Academy
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-professors-awarded-prize-romanian-academy
December 2021: Dr. Petre, our Fulbright visitor, just published a paper in collaboration with our lab: https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/11/12/1838/htm
Congratulations to all authors!
November 2021: Darie Lab members presenting posters or delivering oral presentations
November 2021: Darie Lab at the Eastern Analytical Symposium in Princeton, NJ
November 2021: Clarkson University and Al. I. Cuza University Extend the Erasmus+ Exchange Program
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-university-and-al-i-cuza-university-extend-erasmus-exchange-program
November 2021: Clarkson Students to Present at National Eastern Analytical Symposium
https://announcements.clarkson.edu/2021/11/09/clarkson-students-to-present-at-national-eastern-analytical-symposium/
November 2021: Darie Lab ASMS Group Picture
November 2021: And the last ASMS poster presenter, Dr. Alina Petre, in her last day of Fulbright fellowship. Farewell, Dr. Petre!
November 2021: Meet the poster presenters at the ASMS conference: Yashveen, Hannah, Mary, Shelby, Panashe, Danielle & Madhuri
October 2021: Devika's manuscript submitted to Cytoskeleton was just accepted. Congratulations, Dr. Channaveerappa et colleagues!
October 2021: Emma's manuscript submitted to Proteomics was just accepted. Congratulations, Dr. Dupree et colleagues!
September 2021: Record Number of Student Presenters from Clarkson’s Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab Attend Mass Spectrometry Conference
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/record-number-student-presenters-clarksons-biochemistry-proteomics-lab-attend-mass
September 2021: https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-students-deliver-oral-presentations-national-conference
September 2021: Dr. Petre Delivered a lecture in our department.
August 2021: Dr. Petre joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab as a Fulbright Fellow
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-universitys-biochemistry-proteomics-lab-host-fulbright-scholar
June 2021: Mary & Panashe, our lab members presented their work at the RAPS Conference. Congrats, both of you!
June 2021: Connor receives the Kenneth Ray Woods Award.
Kenneth Ray Woods, Ph.D., received his BA in Chemistry from Arizona State University and his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, after which he started his lab as Assistant and then Associate Professor of Biochemistry at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. He also co-founded New York Blood Center in Manhattan.
He and his graduate student (Thomas Hopp) at Weill Cornell Medical College published a procedure called the "Hopp and Woods hydrophilicity method.” This method can assist in the development of vaccines and antibodies, and is one of the most common techniques used in biochemistry for these applications.
This award was set up in the CBS department to be given to a senior BMS student whose research focuses in the general area of protein chemistry and biotechnology.
This year, the award goes to Connor Coleman, a BMS student who had many accomplishments in the area of proteomics.
Congratulations, Connor!
May 2021: Emma won the Vlad Artenie Senior Award!
Vlad Artenie, Ph.D., received his BS in Chemistry from Al. I Cuza University, Iasi, Romania and his Ph.D. from the M.V. Lomonosov State University, Moscow, USSR. Upon his return to Romania, he became a professor of biochemistry in the department of Biology at his alma matter. He also started the first school of enzymology in Romania. He supervised an extensive number of BS, MS and Ph.D. theses and always emphasized that research in the lab can lead to great discoveries. He was a great motivator.
This year’s awardee is Emma Buonanno, an outstanding biology student whose focus is biochemistry in health sciences.
Congratulations, Emma!
May 2021:
May 2021: Isabelle Sullivan joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Isabelle is a Junior Biology major, with a Biomedical Science and Technology minor, from Vermont. She is on a Pre-Vet track, having grown up on a farm around animals, this is her main career interest. On campus she is a peer mentor for First Year Seminar, and in her free time likes to run, horseback ride, and just be outside. Welcome to our lab, Isabelle!
May 2021: Dr. Darie was inducted in the 1 Million Dollar Club at Clarkson University https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-university-faculty-honored-surpassing-one-million-dollars-funding
May 2021: Dr. Mihasan's manuscript (from the work done when he was a Fulbright Fellow in our lab) was just accepted to ACS Omega. Congratulations all authors!
April 2021: Congratulations, Mary, George, Shelby & Hannah!
April 2021: Madhuri won the virtual poster presentation at Clarkson's RAPS conference. Congratulations, Madhuri!
April 2021: Rama Yakubu, MD, PhD, a 2011 Clarkson graduate and former member of our lab delivered a Walsh lecture about his journey in the post-Clarkson research career.
March 2021: Our manuscript on breast cancer was just accepted for publication. Congratulations, all!
March 2021: Mary Donnelly joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab!
Mary is a sophomore majoring in Biomolecular Science. She is a member of the Tri-beta biological honor society and the Clarkson chapter of the American Chemical Society. Outside of school, Mary enjoys running, spending time with friends and family, and reading. After college, she hopes to go to graduate school and pursue a Ph.D and eventually work in pharmaceutical research and development. Welcome to our lab, Mary!
March 2021: George Culver joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab!
George is a senior Biology major at Clarkson University. He is pursuing a career in the medical field as a doctor. He currently participates in the Clarkson EMS club. He enjoys hiking, table tennis and playing guitar in his free time. Welcome to our lab, George!
March 2021: Bailey Brennen joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Bailey is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Biomolecular Science and Chemistry. Her main field of interest is stem cells and her goal is to get into regenerative medicine. She is a member of the varsity swim and dive team, but when she’s not in the pool she enjoys hiking and boating. Welcome to our lab, Bailey!
February 2021: Emma is in the news! Thanks McNair Program at Clarkson University for supporting Emma over the years! https://announcements.clarkson.edu/2021/02/16/recent-clarkson-phd-graduate-credits-mcnair-scholars-program-with-accelerating-academic-pursuit/?fbclid=IwAR0JGETEuTZYtRteJ1SgG-YiBbpoa7L8KGuxmnuqLRb038_7WXIxO41CqqU
January 2021: Our lab just published another paper. Congrats, all! https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acsomega.0c06028
January 2021: Yashveen Rai joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab! Yashveen is a junior biology major at Clarkson University. She is involved in Doctor’s Without Borders, Residence Life, and the Theta Phi Alpha Sorority. In her free time, she enjoys yoga and painting. Yashveen’s plan after she graduates consists of pursuing an MD/Ph.D. Welcome to our lab, Yashveen!
Bailee Underwood joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab! Bailee is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Biomolecular Science with a minor in New Product Development and Marketing. She is the Public Relations Coordinator of Clarkson University's Student Association and works for the Office of Student Life. In Bailee's free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking and skiing, and spends much of her time volunteering. She is very excited to work with this research team, make friends, and of course learn lots of new things! Welcome to our lab, Bailee!
Emma Baxter Joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Emma is a sophomore pursuing Biomolecular Science and Chemistry majors. Her goal is to be a part of the medical field as a doctor. She plays volleyball at Clarkson and in her free time I love to swim, hike, and travel. She is very excited about working with proteins. Welcome to our lab, Emma!
December 2020: Congrats to our 2020 graduates! Their training in our lab will serve them well!
Mr. Epstein should talk about doctorates when he will earn one.
Emma successfully defended her thesis. Congratulations, Dr. Dupree!
Virtual lab meeting: Emma practices her defense presentation
Emma will have her Ph.D. defense next week
November 2020: Dr. Lidia Adumitresei presented a seminar about the Botanical Garden from Iasi, Romania
October 2020: Members of our lab presented their work at the Eastern Analytical Symposium https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-biochemistry-proteomics-lab-students-present-national-conference
Dr. Darie's next invited speaker is Dr. Thomas Egwang, from Med Biotech Laboratories, Kampala, Uganda. He will speak about malaria and COVID in Africa.
September 2020: Zach's abstract that was submitted to Eastern Analytical Symposium was just accepted. Congrats, Zach!
Dr. Darie's invited speaker, Dr. P. Michelle Fitzsimmons (Pfizer Pharmaceuticals) will speak about gene and protein therapeutics in the Walsh Seminar Series.
Haley Aud joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Haley is a junior biomolecular science major from Denver, Colorado. Her main field of interest is biomedical research and hopes to one day make an impact in cancer research. She is a member of the varsity women's volleyball team. Along with playing volleyball, she enjoys working out, listening to music, spending time with friends and family, as well as volunteering at Habitat for Humanity and Children's Hospital. Welcome to our lab, Haley!
Ph.D. students at camp Darie!
August 2020: Emma delivered an oral presentation in the department seminar series. Congrats, Emma!
Kiley Stradley joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Kiley is a biomolecular science major with the intentions of working in a lab once he graduates. He hasn’t specifically decided what would like to research yet, so he is exploring options. Outside of classes, he is involved in high dive which is the ultimate frisbee team on campus, and is looking to see about possibly joining another extra recreational activity on campus. Welcome to our lab, Kiley!
Carly Coughlin temporarily joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Carly is a senior studying biomolecular science at Clarkson University. She is interested in pursuing a PhD in infectious disease upon completion of her undergraduate degree. Carly will be doing an integrated biotech class in the Darie lab this fall. Carly is also a part of the women’s rugby team and an active member of the Clarkson University Outing Club. In her free time, she enjoys backcountry skiing, rock climbing, backpacking, and whitewater kayaking. Welcome to our lab, Carly!
July 2020: Hannah, Zach and Danielle won end of the year departmental awards. Hannah won the Gamma Sigma Epsilon George L. Jones, Jr., Award, which is given to an outstanding Sophomore Chemistry major. Zach won the Egon Matijević Endowed Chemistry Scholarship, which is given to an outstanding chemistry undergraduate student. Danielle won the 2020 Frank C. Goodrich Memorial Fund Undergraduate Award, which is given annually to the graduating senior Chemistry major.
Congratulations, Hannah, Zach & Danielle!
Shelby and Panashe attended the eRAPS local conference at Clarkson and presented their work as poster (Shelby) and oral (Panashe) presentations.
Madhuri’s paper was just published
Emma's commentary to EBioMed was just published. Congrats, Emma!
June 2020: Emma's manuscript to Proteomes was just accepted for publication. Congratulations to all authors!
Dr. Ali Boolani's project, to which our lab also contributed, was just accepted for publication in Nutrients. Congratulations, all!
Our work in collaboration with with Dr. Nancy Kendrick and her colleagues was just published minutes ago in PloS One. Congratulations, all!
It is with sad news that we announce that Prof. Dr. Vlad Artenie just passed away. He was Dr. Darie's Bachelors' and Masters' thesis advisor and then a lifelong mentor. He earned his BS and MS at Al. I. Cuza Iasi, Romania, and then did his PhD at the Lomonosov State University, Moscow, USSR (Thesis title: Isolation, purification and characterization of the acetylcholinesterase). Upon completion of his PhD, he returned to Iasi and started a Biochemistry Lab which was run until his retirement. During his tenure at Iasi, he advised over 250 BS theses and had 44 PhD students. His reseach produced a series of publications, conference proceedings, presentations and books. His close collaborators were Prof. Dr. Roderich Brandsch (University of Freiburg, Germany), Prof. Dr. Jean Montreuil (University of Lille, France) and Prof. Dr. Franca Majone (University of Padova, Italy). He also started a collaboration with Darie Lab from Clarkson University through (then) Fulbright Fellow (now) Prof. Dr. Marius Mihasan. Prof. Artenie's legacy will continue, through Drs. Mihasan's and Darie's
May 2020: Madhuri just passed the comprehensive exam. She is now a Ph.D. candidate. Congratulations, Madhuri!
Emma presented her work remotely tomorrow night at 7 pm as a part of the Science + Nature Untapped series for the St. Lawrence River Institute. Emma was also interviewed on the Cornwall local news about her presentation.
April 2020: Danielle, Madhuri, Zaen, Emma & Shelby presented their work at eRAPS. Shelby won the Best Undergraduate Poster Presentation with the work done at Trudeau Institute. Congratulations, all!
Madhuri won the Best Graduate Poster Presentation at Carkson eRAPS conference. Congratulations, Madhuri!
Sydney will be attending graduate school at Purdue University in the fall to pursue a PhD in the Toxicology program. Congratulations, Sydney!
Danielle became officially a graduate student in our lab. Congrats, Danielle!
Panashe's application to become a McNair Scholar was granted. Congrats, Panashe!
Emma was awarded the Shipley Graduate Fellowship, which will provide stipend and tuition for outstanding Chemistry graduate students close to graduation. Congratulations, Emma!
March 2020: Danielle won a travel award to attend the American Society for Mass Spectrometry Conference. Congrats, Danielle! https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-senior-present-research-breast-cancer-american-society-mass-spectrometry-conference
Our lab donated almost 7 cases of gloves (~60,000 gloves), 3 pairs of goggles and 10 bio-hazard bags
Devika, our former PhD student just got married in India. Congratulations, Devika!
Madhuri presented a poster at the department's casual meeting
Dr. Crimmins, our invited speaker, will present his work within our department seminar series
February 2020: Danielle was just accepted in the PhD program in Chemistry at Clarkson University and will do research in our lab. Congratulations, Danielle!
January 2020: Avalon Jenkins joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Avalon is in her junior year at Clarkson, majoring in Biology while pursuing a minor in Chemistry and Psychology. She is a member of the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students, as well as the Pre-PA club. She hopes to become a Physician’s Assistant in the future. Outside of school Avalon enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and challenging and expanding her health and fitness. Welcome to our lab, Avalon!
January 2020: Emma, Madhuri & Danielle attended ASMS Sanibel conference on Exposomics, in Captiva Island, FL, and presented a poster. https://www.asms.org/…/sanibel-…/sanibel-conference-homepage
January 2020: Undergraduate and graduate students in Darie Lab 2009-2019; Legend: red color: was co-author in one (*) or more (**) publications. Purple color: high school student (Blake Woods). Green color: visitors (VS: visiting scientist). We thank all for their contribution to the advancement of science
December 2019: Emma won a travel award to present her research at the “32nd Sanibel Conference on Mass Spectrometry – Unravelling the Exposome” in Captiva Island, FL. Madhuri & Danielle will also attend the conference. Congrats, all of you!
https://announcements.clarkson.edu/2019/12/16/clarkson-grad-student-to-present-at-international-mass-spectrometry-conference/?fbclid=IwAR3v2y9OCwRM8jAkPFPloH_Yq_-zX0Y1A3q6Ko0ag63Dy5Z-Yxjv_7uY9V4
December 2019: Connor Coleman joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Connor is a senior at Clarkson and is pursuing a degree in Biomolecular Science with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. She is a sister of Theta Phi Alpha on campus, and is the Resident Director of Hamlin Powers. Connor's interests include soccer, reading, volunteering at the Potsdam Humane Society, and spending time with her friends and family. Her career goal is to go into the pharmaceutical field after college. Welcome to our lab, Connor!
November 2019: Attendance of the Darie Lab members at EAS, based on the badges
November 2019: Zaen, Shelby & Danielle presented their work as poster presentations at EAS
November 2019: Emma, Madhuri, Sydney & Dr. Darie delivered oral presentations at EAS
November 2019: Darie Lab attented the 2019 Eastern Analytical Symposium (EAS), Princeton, NJ
November 2019: Emma Buonanno joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Emma is a junior looking to pursue a medical career. She is a biology major with a chemistry minor. She is a member of the Clarkson Doctors Without Borders club, and the Tri-beta Biological Honor Society. She also competes for the Clarkson Women's basketball team. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, painting, skiing, and traveling. Welcome to our lab, Emma!
October 2019: Little Scientist! Drs. Darie & Woods presented about the biochemistry of proteins and how brain works to the little people at Potsdam AAK Middle School, in Mr. Saber's class.
October 2019: Emma attended a one day meeting, “Step In and Speak Out for the Great Lakes: Envisioning Their Future and Ours with the International Joint Commision” organized by Prof. Michael Twiss and a bunch of his Canadian collaborators. She also presented a poster. Congrats, Emma!
September 2019: Sydney was selected to deliver an oral presentation at the Eastern Analytical Symposium. Congrats, Sydney!
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-undergraduate-student-present-national-conference?fbclid=IwAR3ja9ZH5SqMEfZ4G2dU2Pf-szkH6NYoZKeNqvUab7H4p2NlrVmurZnd0YA
September 2019: Panashe Mutsengi joins Darie Lab. Panashe is a sophomore student majoring in Biomolecular Science and pursuing minors in Biomedical Engineering and Business. He is currently completing his co-op at Johnson and Johnson in Skillman, New Jersey. On campus, Panashe is the Vice-President of the Chess Club, a member of the Pep Band and works at the Knightline Phonathon Center. In his free time he enjoys playing sports, the outdoors and watching movies. He hopes to pursue a career of medical research upon the completion of academic interests. Welcome to our lab, Panashe!
September 2019: Madhuri received the Baltus Dreyfus Travel Award to attend the 58th Eastern Analytical Symposium and Exposition, Princeton, NJ, NOV 18 – 20, 2019. She will be giving an oral presentation on "Investigation and Characterization of the Jumping Translocation Breakpoint (JTB) Protein using Mass Spectrometry based Proteomics". Congratulations, Madhuri!
August 2019: Hannah Yorkey joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Hannah is a sophomore at Clarkson majoring in both biomolecular science and chemistry. She is a member of the Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society and the Clarkson Cross Country team. She plans on going to grad school, and would like to pursue a career in pharmaceutical research. Welcome to our lab, Hannah!
July 2019: Zaen & Shelby also presented their work at the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience, a local conference held at Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY
July 2019: Dr. Darie’s second edition of the book was just published
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-professors-publish-second-edition-their-book-mass-spectrometry?fbclid=IwAR2nKYpL9W-bsw6Q514kAdYPfcwK_a1GE9XWYGRfjVly_Xgli56NbzPfJRo
July 2019: Dr. Darie delivered a lecture at the summer school in proteomics in Iasi, Romania (organized by Dr. Alina Petre, our recent Erasmus+ visitor)
June 2019: Zaen & Shelby presented their work at the Northeastern Regional Meeting (NERM) of the American Chemical Society (ACS) in Schenectady, NY. At the conference also attended Emmalyn Dupree and Dr. Darie; both delivered an oral presentation.
May 2019: The Erasmus+ Exchange Program Between Clarkson and Alexandru Ioan Cuza University Goes On. Left: Drs. Mihasan & Petre from Al. I Cuza University, Iasi, Romania and Dr. Jim Peploski from Clarkson University, in a photo taken in Iasi. Right: Drs. Mihasan & Petre from Al. I Cuza University and Dr. Darie from Clarkson University at the ASMS in Atlanta, GA. All are Erasmus+ or Fulbright Fellows.
May 2019: The members of the Darie Lab attended the 2019 American Society for Mass Spectrometry conference in Atlanta, GA
May 2019: Dr. Brindusa Alina Petre, from Al. I Cuza University, Iasi, Romania, just presented her work at Clarkson University as an Erasmus+ fellow
May 2019: Dr. Jim Peploski in action at the Al. I Cuza University, Iasi, Romania, as an Erasmus+ fellow
May 2019: Dr. Jim Peploski had a series of lectures at the Al. I Cuza University, Iasi, Romania, as an Erasmus+ fellow
May 2019: PhDs #4, #5 & #6, together with Emma & Madhuri (future #7 & #8)
May 2019: PhDs #5, #5.5 & #6, together with Roshi (PhD #4)
May 2019: Dr. Darie, with Kelly & Devika
May 2019: Devika, Lab's PhD #6, just graduated
May 2019: Kali, Lab's adopted PhD #5.5, just graduated
May 2019: Kelly, Lab's PhD #5, just graduated
May 2019: Emma just became a PhD candidate. Congrats, Emma!
May 2019: Emma, Devika & Madhuri attended a conference in mass spectrometry and won travel awards. Congrats to them!
April 2019: Dr. Channaveerappa celebrating
April 2019: Devika successfully defended her PhD. Congrats, Dr. Channaveerappa!
April 2019: Kali, adopted Darie Lab member (currently in Lufkin Lab) just defended his PhD. Congrats, Dr. Li!
April 2019: Zaen joins the Darie Lab.
Zaen Manzoor is a sophomore Biomolecular Science student attending Clarkson Univesity. He is a member of Doctors Without Borders and Clarkson Emergency Medical Services. He is also a brother of the Phi Kappa Sigma (ΦΚΣ) fraternity. During his free time he likes to spend time with his friends inside and outside the fraternity and with his family. He would like to go to medical school after graduation and become a doctor. Welcome to our lab, Zaen!
March 2019: Madhuri presented her work within the department seminar series. Congrats, Madhuri!
March 2019: Shelby joins the Darie Lab!
Shelby is a freshman at Clarkson, majoring in Biomolecular Science. She is a member and the fundraising chair of Tri-Beta, the Biology Honors Society. She is interested in pursuing a future career as a psychiatrist or geneticist. Outside of school, she enjoys swimming, hiking, reading, travel, and participating in equestrian competitions. Welcome to our lab, Shelby!
March 2019: Darie Lab attends the Pittcon Conference in Philadelphia, PA
March 2019: Madhuri presents a poster at the ACS NNY section at SUNY Plattsburgh and wins the best poster awad. Congrats, Madhuri!
January 2019: Dr. Fernando and the Darie Lab, together with Rena, an Engineering grad student
January 2019: Jessica Beverly joins the Darie Lab.
Jess is a senior Biomolecular Science major at Clarkson University. She is heavily involved in Clarkson's Alumni Association. Her love for research stems from a long family history of genetic health issues and a desire to help them. When she is not in class, she is most likely watching Netflix with her roommates or playing with her dog. Jess's plans for after graduation are to get a job and eventually teach at the high school or college level. Welcome to our lab, Jessica!
November 2018: Emma receives the Graduate Student Award at the Eastern Analytical Symposium, Princeton, NJ
November 2018: Members of Darie Lab attend the Eastern Analytical Symposium in Princeton, NJ
November 2018: Members of Darie Lab present their work at the Eastern Analytical Symposium in Princeton, NJ
November 2018: Emma receives some support in presenting her work from her mom, Kelly, the honorific lab member
November 2018: Emma and Devika deliver oral presentations at the Eastern Analytical Symposium in Princeton, NJ
October 2018: Dr. Mesaros is invited by the Proteomics Lab to present a seminar at Clarkson; she delivers two lectures: Walsh seminar series and Chemistry seminar
October 2018: Zach Sechrist joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab
Zach is pursuing a double major in Biomolecular science and Chemistry. He is a member of Clarkson’s colleges against cancer and doctor’s without borders. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and rock climbing. He wishes to pursue a PhD in biochemistry and later work for a pharmaceutical company performing research and development. Welcome to our lab, Zach!
October 2018: Brianna Larose joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab
Brianna is a sophomore Honors student at Clarkson University. She is majoring in Chemical Engineering with minors in Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry. She is interested in pursuing a career in research and development in the pharmaceuticals industry. She is a member of the Clarkson Women’s Rugby Team and AIChE. She enjoys a variety of outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking and camping. After graduating in May 2021, she plans on continuing her studies in graduate school. Welcome to our lab, Brianna!
August 2018: Emma wins Graduate student award from the Eastern Analytical Symposium, Princeton, NJ. Congrats, Emma!
August 2018: Darie Lab attends the Mass Spec Summer School in Madison, WI and present their work
August 2018: Darie Lab attends the Mass Spec Summer School in Madison, WI
July 2018: Cristiana presented her work at the local SURE conference at Clarkson
July 2018: Devika and Cristiana presented their work at the Protein Society Symposium in Boston, MA
July 2018: Emma & Dr. Darie in the library at the University of Iasi, Romania
July 2018: Emma visits Iasi, Romania to present her work, together with Dr. Darie, at the 2nd intermational summer school in proteomics
June 2018: Dr. Darie visits Iasi, Romania and delivers presentations at the Al. I. Cuza University/Biology Department, Petru Poni Institute of Chemistry, Veterinary School of Medicine University and University of Medicine & Pharmacy
June 2018: Kelly successfully defended her PhD defense. Congrats, Dr. Wormwood!
June 2018: Kelly successfully defended her PhD defense. Congrats, Dr. Wormwood!
June 2018: The Proteomics Lab members (Kelly, Roshi, Devika, Emma, Madhuri, Cristiana & William) in San Diego at the ASMS conference
June 2018: The Proteomics Lab members (Kelly, Roshi, Devika, Emma, Madhuri, Cristiana & William) in San Diego at the ASMS conference
June 2018: Erasmus+ visitors, Profs. Hritcu & Stefan form Al I Cuza University of Iasi, Romania present their work in the Department of Chemsitry & Biomolecular Science
May 2018: Darie Lab members attend the Graduate student symposium at SUNY Buffalo, NY
May 2018: Darie Lab attends the Center for Materials Processing (CAMP) meeting in Finger Lakes and present their work
May 2018: Darie Lab attends the Center for Materials Processing (CAMP) meeting in Finger Lakes
May 2018: Dr. Aslebagh with the lab members
May 2018: Roshi just walked graduation and was hooded. Congratulations, Dr. Aslebagh!
May 2018: Kelly's paper is out
May 2018: Emma will visit Romania as an invited speaker
May 2018: The new Erasmus+ program between Clarkson University & Al. I. Cuza University of Iasi, Romania kicks off
May 2018: William van Doorn from the Netherlands visit our lab
May 2018: Madhuri wins travel award to travel to mass spec summer school. Congrats, Madhuri!
May 2018: Devika won a travel award to present her work at the ASMS. Congrats, Devika!
March 2018: Dr. Mihasan became a Fulbright Ambassador
March 2018: Dr. Daniela Seidler from the University of Hannover Medical School.
March 2018: William Petrus Theodorus Maria van Doorn joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our lab, William!
March 2018: Madhuri presented her first poster at the ACS Northern New York section conference, held at SUNY Potsdam. She also won her first award: Best Graduate Poster Presentation Award. Congratulations, Madhuri!
February 2018: Alicia Bushey joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our Lab, Alicia!
March 2018: Devika won the American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) Travel Award. Congratulations, Devika!
February 2018: Emma presented her work in the department seminar. Congrats!
February 2018: Roshi successfully defended her PhD exam. Congratulations, Dr. Aslebagh!
January 2018: Kelly presented her work within the department seminar series
January 2018: Kelly will present her work within the department seminar series
January 2018: Cristiana Dumbraveanu joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab as an Erasmus+ exchange student. Welcome to our Lab, Cristiana!
December, 2017: Madhuri Jayathirtha joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab as a graduate student. Welcome to our Lab, Madhuri!
December, 2017: Danielle Whitham joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our Lab, Danielle!
December, 2017: Desmond Horowitz joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our Lab, Desmond!
December, 2017: Sydney Stradtman joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our Lab, Sydney!
December, 2017: German Martinez joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our Lab, German!
December, 2017: Devika presented her seminar within the department. Congratulations, Devika!
November, 2017: Prof. Alina Zamfir from National Institute of Research in Electrochemistry & Condensed Matter Timisoara, Romania, will present her work at Clarkson in three different seminars; Walsh seminar is one of them
November, 2017: Prof. Zamfir delivered a lecture in the Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science
November, 2017: Prof. Zamfir delivered a lecture in the Biochemistry I class
October, 2017: Devika is on the news: she won a travel award that will allow her to attend the 2017 ASMS Fall Workshop on Top-Down Proteomics (November 2-3) in Boston, MA
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/clarkson-university-graduate-students-award-further-research-sleep-apnea-heart-disease
September, 2017: Devika won a travel award that will allow her to attend the 2017 ASMS Fall Workshop on Top-Down Proteomics (November 2-3) in Boston, MA
August, 2017: Roshi won the ASBMB travel award to attend the 12th Symposium on Mass Spectrometry in the Health & Life Sciences (August 20-24, San Francisco, CA). At the conference, she met Dr. Darie’s postdoc Advisor, Dr. Thomas Neubert (New York University School of Medicine).
July 2017: Devika, Emma, Marius & Jacob attended the Protein Society Symposium in Montreal, Canada
July 2017: Dr. Darie attended the European Chemical Biology Symposium in Budapest, Hungary
June 2017: Drs. Darie & Mihasan establish new Erasmus+ exchange program
NEW EXCHANGE
Two professors from Clarkson University and Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi, Romania, have established an exchange program between the two universities.
https://www.clarkson.edu/news/new-exchange-program-established-romanian-university
June 2017: Kelly, Roshi, Emma, Devika, Jacob & Marius attended the ASMS conference in Indianapolis, IN
June 2017: Kelly, Roshi, Emma, Devika, Jacob & Marius presented their work at the ASMS
June 2017: Prof. Alina Zamfir & her graduate student, Adrian Robu visited the Proteomics Lab at Clarkson University. They also delivered lectures to our lab members
June 2017: After Prof. Zamfir & Adrian presented their work, the lab members took them to dinner
May 2017: Dr. Mihasan presented a seminar within the Biology Department at State University of New York at Potsdam, NY, hosted by Dr.Robert Ewy.
May 2017: Roshi’s presentation to ASBMB meeting in Chicago was a hot topic and it is all over the news (~30,000,000 viewers!). Here are a few examples:
https://www.drugs.com/news/could-breast-milk-tests-replace-mammograms-65303.html
http://health.usnews.com/health-care/articles/2017-04-22/could-breast-milk-tests-replace-mammograms
http://www.health.com/healthday/could-breast-milk-tests-replace-mammograms
May 2017: Devika & Emma received the travel award from The Protein Society. Congrats, both of you!
May 2017: Dr. Mihasan presented a seminar within the Biology Department at State University of New York at Potsdam, NY, hosted by Dr.Robert Ewy.
May 2017: Jessica Roberge was awarded the Academic Achievement Award. Congrats, Jessica!
May 2017: Jacob Lux joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab at Clarkson University as a summer student intern working under Devika's direct supervision. Welcome to our lab, Jacob!
April 2017: Tyler Wilkinson, member of Prof. Melman’s lab attends ASBMB together with Darie Lab members.
April 2017: Kelly, Roshi, Emma, Devika & Marius present their work at the ASBMB.
April 2017: Dr. Mihasan presented a seminar within the Biology Department at Clarkson University, hosted by Dr. Kenneth Wallace.
April 2017: Dr. Mihasan presented a seminar within the Biology Department at the Saint Lawrence University in Canton, NY. He also presented in the Biology Department at Clarkson University
April 2017: Jacob Lux, the member of Dr. Panama's team from the Masonic Labs visited Clarkson University. He will be a Summer student intern working under Devika's direct supervision.
April 2017: Roshi presented her seminar within our department seminar series.
April 2017: Dr. Darie presented a seminar within the Chemistry Department at the State University of New York at Potsdam. Dr. Mihasan also presented a seminar within the Chemistry Department at the State University of New York at Potsdam.
March 2017: Dr. Mihasan presented his work within the School of Arts & Sciences Walsh Seminar Series
March 2017: Dr. Mihasan in in the news (on the Fulbright Commision’s website)
March 2017: Dr. Mihasan presented his work within our department seminar series. He also presented within the Biochemistry & Proteomics Group.
February 2017: Kelly and Emma were recognized in the Daily Courier Observer for attending the ASMS Sanibel conference on Peptidomics in Clearwater beach, FL.
February 2017: Kelly and Emma attended the ASMS conference on peptidomics. See the news: Two Clarkson University Ph.D. Students Attend Conference on Peptidomics.
http://clarkson.edu/news/2017/news-release_2017-02-10-1.html
February 2017: Darie lab welcomes Dr. Marius Mihasan, from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi, Romania, a Fulbright Fellow. He will study the Proteomic Analysis of Nicotine-induced Proteins in Arthrobacter Nicotinovorans.Welcome to our lab, Dr. Mihasan!
January 2017: Lynette Smith joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Welcome to our lab, Lynette!
January 2017: Our collaborator from Masonic Labs, Dr. Brian Panama delivered a lecture at Clarkson University
January 2017: Roshi, Kelly & Devika end up on the ASBMB email advertisement
January 2017: Kelly & Emma just attended the Sanibel Conference on Peptidomics in Clearwater Beach, Florida. To attend the conference, Kelly was awarded a travel award.
December 2016: End-of-the-year lab meeting
December 2016: Devika just passed the comprehensive exam. Now she is a Ph.D. candidate. Congratulations, Devika!
November 2016: Darie Lab members present their work at the Eastern Analytical Symposium
November 2016: Clarkson University Professor Visits Research Institute in Romania
http://clarkson.edu/news/2016/news-release_2016-12-12-1.html
The Romanian hosts were Prof. Alina Zamfir and her lab members, Adrian Robu & Mirela Sarbu; below: Opera House in Timisoara, the host city
Dr. Darie also went to Iasi, Romania, where he met with his former BS & MS advisor, Prof. Vlad Artenie
September 2016: Prof. Thomas Neubert, Dr. Darie's postdoc advisor will present his work at Clarkson.
September 2016: Dr. Darie presented a seminar at State University of New York at Buffalo. His host was Dr. Troy Wood.
August 2016: Kelly just passed the comprehensive exam and became a PhD candidate. Congratulations, Kelly!
July 2016: Emma just joined the Biochemistry and Proteomics Group as a graduate student. Welcome to our lab, Emma!
June 2016: Kelly and Will meet with Katie (former undergraduate student in our lab, currently graduate student at U.C. Davis) and Izabela (former graduate student in our lab, currently with Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a division of Johnson & Johnson.
June 2016: Will’s travel award is presented at the ASMS conference. He was one of the seven undergraduates that received this award.
June 2016: Kelly (left) and Will (right) meet with Katie, a former lab member (currently at U.C. Davis) and learn line dancing with a Waters representative, at the ASMS Waters hospitality suite.
June 2016: Will presented his work at the ASMS conference in San Antonio, TX (left at the Monday, regular session; right: at the Sunday, undergraduate session)
June 2016: Kelly presented her work at the ASMS conference in San Antonio, TX
May 2016: Drs. Darie (Clarkson University) and Panama (Masonic Labs) enter in a research collaboration on sleep apnea; they also deliver lectures at the 2016 CAMP meeting in Canandaigua, NY
May 2016: Sapan is hooded by his mentors: Dr. Darie & Dr. Clarkson
May 2016: Sapan with Dr. Darie, his academic Ph.D. advisor
May 2016: Proteomics Lab has a record number of graduates! Congratulations, Ashley, Cassia, Emma, Megan, Andre, Tracy & Sapan!
May 2016: Proteomics Lab reaches record number!
May 2016: Prof. Katz’s book in which Roshi contributed with a chapter is published.
May 2016: Roshi was offered an internship with Cytokinetics in San Francisco, CA. Congrats, Roshi!
May 2016: Will, Kelly & Devika in the Daily Courier Observer
May 2016: Clarkson University Chemistry Student Earns Travel Award to Present Research on Proteins
http://clarkson.edu/news/2016/news-release_2016-05-03-2.html
April 2016: Sapan was awarded $2,350 to attend the "Mouse Development, Stem Cells & Cancer" course at Cold SPring Harbor LAboratory. Congrats, Sapan!
April 2016: Xulan presented her Honors poster at the SURE Conference and won an award. Congrats, Xulan!
April 2016: Ashley & Megan presented her Honors thesis at the SURE Conference. Congrats, Ashley & Megan!
April 2016: Roshi, Kelly & Devika attended the Experimental Biology meeting in San Diego, CA. Roshi was also awarded a travel stipend to attend this conference.
April 2016: Sapan successfully defended his PhD thesis. Congratulations, Dr. Patel!
April 2016: Two More Clarkson University Students Awarded Prestigious Goldwater Scholarships
Left to right: Kaitlin Dunn (Goldwater Scholar), Louis DeRidder (honorable mention), and Xulan Deng (Goldwater Scholar).
Two more Clarkson University honors students have been awarded Goldwater Scholarships and one has received an honorable mention.
Kaitlyn Dunn '17, a physics and electrical engineering double major from Penfield, N.Y., and Xulan Deng '18, a biomolecular science and chemistry double major from New York City, have both been named Goldwater Scholars.
Louis DeRidder '18, a chemical engineering major from Glens Falls, N.Y., received honorable mention.
Including this year’s scholars, 33 Clarkson University students have received this highly coveted award since the scholarships were first awarded in 1989. This is the 17th consecutive year that at least one Clarkson student has received a Goldwater Scholarship.
The Goldwater Scholarship is the most prestigious award in the United States given to undergraduates studying in mathematics, science and engineering. It is given to sophomores and juniors who demonstrate “outstanding potential." There were only 252 scholarships awarded for the 2016-2017 academic year.
Clarkson is one of the top five colleges and universities for the number of Goldwater Scholars in the past five years in New York state and one of only 26 institutions nationwide to win a Goldwater every year since 2005.
Xulan was formerly a member of Professor Mario Wreidt's Lab before joing the Darie Research Group
March 2016: Devika presented her first seminar within our department.
February 2016: Oscar Mario Rodriguez joins the Darie Lab
Oscar Mario Rodriguez obtained his Biology BS and a Minor in Art and Art History from St. Lawrence University in 2014. His work focused on the proficiency and practicality of scientific research methods regarding cell biology, cell cultures, organic chemistry, histology and confocal/SEM microscopy. Oscar worked on the transfection of Green Fluorescent Protein into B12 mammalian cells and tested different combinations of fluorescent/confocal microscopy staining for Xenopus laevis tadpole tissues in order to further study vertebrate metamorphosis. He is a devoted individual to science and the benefits scientific research can provide to others. He began working in Costel Darie's Proteomics lab as a research technician in Spring 2016.
January 2016: Roshi was awarded the American Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (ASBMB) Graduate Travel Award. This award ($1,000) will allow Roshi to attend the ASBMB 2016 annual meeting in April 2016 in San Diego, CA, to present her research. Congratulations, Roshi!
January 2016: Ian joins Darie Lab.
Ian is a freshman from Lyme, New Hampshire currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with the interest in a double major with molecular biology. He graduated from Thetford Academy in the spring of 2015 and came to Clarkson as a Freshman that fall. He started working in the lab in the Spring of 2016. Ian is interested in studying the biological basis for disease on the molecular and genetic level as well as the potentially beneficial applications for genetically modified organisms in society. Ian is also a member of the Outing Club and the Track Club at Clarkson and enjoys running, hiking, and skiing during his free time. Welcome to our lab, Ian!
January 2016: Darie Lab upgrades the instrumentation: we completed the installation of a new Xevo G2 QTOF mass spectrometer coupled with a NanoAcquity UPLC!
December 2015: André joins the Darie Lab.
André is a senior at Clarkson University, majoring in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Chemistry and concentration in Biomolecular Engineering. He is interested in pharmaceuticals and would like to improve drug delivery methods. He enjoys traveling and spending time with his family in France and Portugal as well as playing golf. Welcome to our lab, André!
December 2015: Roshi was selected as a recipient of the Ada Yonath graduate student travel award (travel at the ASBMS meeting). Congratulations, Roshi!
December 2015: Tracy joins the Darie Lab.
Tracy is a senior chemical engineering major with a concentration in biomolecular engineering and minors in Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, and Project Management. She was a Research and Development intern at SI Group in Niskayuna, NY. In 2012, she went to Nicaragua on a medical mission and since then, she has had a strong interest in pharmaceuticals and research and development. She hopes to make a difference in the life science industry using her leadership and problem solving skills. Welcome to our lab, Tracy!
December 2015: Roshi passed the comprehensive exam. Congrats, Roshi!
November 2015: Jamie joins the Darie Lab. Welcome to our lab, Jamie!
Jamie N. Schwab
BS, Clarkson University, 2017
Major in Chemical Engineering
Concentration in Biomolecular Engineering
Minors in Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering
Jamie is a junior majoring in Chemical Engineering with a Concentration in Biomolecular Engineering and Minors in both Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering. She is very interested in Research and Development but she is not sure yet which companies she is most interested in. She really loves both Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Proctor and Gamble. Jamie is from right outside Buffalo NY. She went to Attica High School and graduated in 2013. She came to Clarkson University in awe of all the amazing opportunities and I am very happy that I did. She am not only interested in courses and clubs that have to do with her major but she is also very involved in clubs and courses that have nothing to do with her academics. She believes it is important to be skilled all around. She took shop classes and she is involved in the Concrete Canoe, and loves new experiences. She also has an on campus job as a First Year Seminar Peer Educator.
November 2015: Darie Lab went to the Eastern Analytical Symposium in Somerset, NJ. Roshi & Cassia had poster presentations. Devika, Kelly & Dr. Darie delivered oral presentations.
November 2015: Dr. Darie delivered a lecture at Old Dominion University. Potential collaboration with marine biologists were also discussed.
November 2015: Sapan delivered a seminar within our department on quorum sensing in leukemia
November 2015
Clarkson University Researchers Have Young Benefactor
Keillor Dilger has already mastered the art of selling, so fundraising for a cause was her next logical step. That came easily to her as well, but the Potsdam native turned to her mother for help in deciding where to donate the $82.01 she raised for autism.5
You see, Keillor is six years old. She opted to present her gift to Clarkson University to support autism research taking place there. That makes her the youngest donor anyone there can recall, but what really impressed the second-grader was the “very cool” tour she took of a research lab on campus.
October 2015
Clarkson University Doctoral Students to Present Research on Protein Biomarkers for Cancer, Autism at Conference
Two Clarkson University chemistry doctoral students have been invited to present at the Eastern Analytical Symposium and Exposition in November.
Devika Channaveerappa of Bangalore, India, and Kelly Wormwood of Lowville, N.Y., will travel to the annual symposium in Somerset, N.J., to deliver oral presentations in the technical session on bioanalysis and biomarker discovery. This is the second year presenting at the Eastern Analytical Symposium and Exposition for both students, who work with Associate Professor of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Costel Darie.
Channaveerappa will present her project "Proteomics Study to Identify the Protein Differences in Human Breast Milk from Cancer Patients and Controls Using Mass Spectrometry." This project is in collaboration with Professor of Environmental Toxicology Kathleen Arcaro of the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
September 2015
Keillor Dilger, a second grader at Potsdam Lawrence Ave Elementary School, decided to do a fundraiser for autism research and to give what she collected to our lab. Thank you Keillor! Your generous gift will help us to understand autism! In the pictures: left, with Kelly, Roshi & Devika. Right: with her mom, Ms. Aviva Gold and Drs. Woods & Darie. We hope you had fun visiting the lab Keillor and thank you for your generosity, Keillor!
September 2015:
Chocolate & Caffeine May Boost Cognitive & Motor Skills, Clarkson University Researchers Say
A chocolate bar might help you negotiate your next business deal, say Clarkson University researchers who are teaming up for a series of studies on the effects of caffeine, cocoa and dark chocolate on cognitive function and fatigue.
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy & Physician Assistant Studies Ali Boolani is researching the effects of synthetic versus natural caffeine and adaptogens on the mind and body. His research focuses on the effects each has on cognitive function, mood, fine motor task performance, blood pressure and heart rate.
Along with Associate Professor of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Costel Darie, the researchers will administer a 100 milligram shot of caffeine to participants. Before and after the caffeine dose, they will measure cognitive and motor function as well as levels of cortisol, a hormone released in response to stress and low blood sugar.
September 2015:
Clarkson University Chemistry Doctoral Student Wins Scholarship for Single Cell Analysis Research
Clarkson University launches leaders into the global economy. One in five alumni already leads as a CEO, VP or equivalent senior executive of a company. Located just outside the Adirondack Park in Potsdam, N.Y., Clarkson is a nationally recognized research university for undergraduates with select graduate programs in signature areas of academic excellence directed toward the world’s pressing issues. Through 50 rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, arts, sciences and the health professions, the entire learning-living community spans boundaries across disciplines, nations and cultures to build powers of observation, challenge the status quo, and connect discovery and engineering innovation with enterprise.
August 2015:
Jennifer Boryczka joins Darie Lab. Jenn is a Chemistry and Biomolecular Science major. She is expecting to graduate in 2018 with a bachelor's degree. Welcome to our lab, Jenn!
August 2015:
Ashley Boryczka joins Darie Lab. Ashley is a Chemistry and Biomolecular Science major at Clarkson University, Class of 2018. Welcome to our lab, Ashley!
August 2015:
Cassia Chapman joins Darie Lab. Cassia is a senior Biology major with a minor in Communication. She participates actively in the community as well as on campus with her involvement in the Golden Knotes and Theta Phi Alpha fraternity. After graduation, Cassia will be attending Graduate school for a concentration in Regenerative Medicine or Bioethics. Welcome to our lab, Cassia!
August 2015:
Willem Duckworth joins Darie Lab. Willem is currently a sophomore at Clarkson University, and is working to earn a BS in Chemistry. He graduated from Nonnewaug High School in Woodbury, CT, in 2014. Welcome to our lab, Will!
July 2015:
Dr. Darie Receives tenure & promotion to Associate Professor at Clarkson University. Congrats, Dr. Darie!
http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2015/news-release_2015-08-27-1.html
July 2015:
Kelly Devika & Megan attended the Protein Society Conference in Barcelona, Spain
http://www.barcelocongresos.com.es/protein2015/welcome.html
Kelly & Devika presented their work as a poster presentation,
July 2015:
Emma & Jessica presented their work at SUNY Buffalo Conference. Congrats, both of you!
July 2015:
Emma & Jessica presented their work at the Clarkson SURE Conference. Congrats, both of you!
July 2015:
Kelly attended the 46th Annual Autism Society National Conference in (July 8 – 11) in Denver, CO. Her trip was sponsored by the Darie Lab and the ASPIRE program at Clarkson
June 2015:
Sapan attended a Single Cell Analysis Course-in June 3-16 at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and received a $1,500 award. He also attended the Protein Purification course at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and received a $750 award. Congrats, Sapan!
June 2015:
Ashley received the Andrea K. Bridge and John E. O'Beirne Presidential Achievement Scholarship. Congrats, Ashley!
June 2015:
Roshi, Kelly, Devika, Emma & Jess went to ACS NERM Conference in Ithaca, NY. Roshi, Kelly & Devika had oral presentations, while Emma had a poster presentation. This is also Jess’s first attendance to a conference. Congrats, everyone!
June 2015:
Jessica Roberge joins the Darie Lab. Welcome to our lab, Jess!
Jessica Roberge graduated from Souhegan High School in Southern New Hampshire in 2013 and is now a junior at Clarkson University in New York. She is working towards a double major in Biomolecular Science and Chemical Engineering. She also works in the chemistry stockroom during the school year. Jessica started doing research in Dr. Darie's lab in the summer after her sophomore year as a McNair Scholar.
May 2015: Darie Lab went to ASMS Conference in St. Louis MO! Each of them had a poster presentation
May 2015: The Protein Society has awarded Clarkson University chemistry doctoral student Devika Channaveerappa up to $1,500 to travel to the annual symposium and present.
http://clarkson.edu/news/2015/news-release_2015-05-28-1.html
See more at http://www.proteinsociety.org/2015travelawardwinners/
May 2015: Drs. Darie & Woods are the 2015 Walker Fellowship winners
http://www.potsdam.edu/newsandevents/52115.cfm
May 2015: Farewell, Jonathan!
May 2015: Kelly, Roshi & Devika presented their work as posters at the Graduate Student Symposium in Buffelo. Roshi also had an oral presentation. Congrats, all of you!
May 2015: Matthew & Jonathan just graduated. Farewell, both of you & congrats, class of 2015! Armand also graduated and is officially Dr. Ngounou Wetie. Congrats, Armand!
May 2015: Kelly, Roshi, Devika & Emma’s abstracts were accepted for poster presentations at the NorthEast Regional Meeting in Ithaca, NY. Roshi & Kelly were also accepted for an oral presentation.
May 2015: Kelly’s & Devika’s abstracts were accepted at the Protein Society Conference in July in Barcelona, Spain. Megan will join Kelly & Devika (and will come from her current lab in Konstanz, Germany. Devika was also awarded the Protein Society Travel Award ($1,500). Congrats, all of you! Congrats, Devika! http://www.proteinsociety.org/meetings/ http://www.barcelocongresos.com.es/protein2015/welcome.html
April 2015: Ashley presented her first poster at SURE conference. Her Honors thesis is co-advised by Profs. Darie, Lufkin & Kraus.
April 2015: Armand’s paper was awarded the Authors’ choice award: A team of researchers at Clarkson University has won the 2015 Journal of Laboratory Automation (JALA) Authors Choice Award for their paper on cancer cells.
Read the article at http://www.slas.org/publications/scientific-journals/2015-slas-journal-achievement-awards/ .
Or see us on TV: http://www.twcnews.com/nys/watertown/news/2015/04/16/clarkson-researchers-given-national-award-for-paper-on-cancer-cells.html
April 2015: Roshi, Devika & Kelly applied for and won a travel award to attend the Graduate Student Symposium organized by University at Buffalo during May 18-20, 2015. All will have a poster presentation. Roshi will also have an oral presentation. See more at http://www.ubchemgss.org/
April 2015: Kelly presented her first departmental seminar. Congrats, Kelly!
April 2015: Armand successfully defended his PhD thesis. Congratulations, Armand!
March 2015: Megan was accepted to do research in Germany at the University of Konstanz. Congrats, Megan!
March 2015: Roshi, Devika & Kelly presented their work at the Experimental Biology Conference in Boston, MA.
March 2015: Roshi wins the 2015 ASMS Travel Award, to go to the American Society for Mass Spectrometry conference in June 2015 in St. Louis, MO. Congrats, Roshi!
March 2015: Darie Lab is even more on the news: Media outlets that have mentioned research on proteomic identification of autism biomarkers and diagnosis (research from Dr. Costel Darie’s lab)
Television:
ABC 22, February 3
http://www.mychamplainvalley.com/story/d/story/clarkson-suny-plattsburgh-researchers-saliva-could/30643/Rp7RC5IsdkqwdTU2IA_b_Q
Time Warner Cable, February 14
http://www.twcnews.com/nys/binghamton/news/2015/02/12/saliva-test-could-diagnose-autism-one-day.html
Channel 7 News
http://www.wwnytv.com/news/local/Clarkson-Researchers-Use-Saliva-To-Test-For-Autism-296109851.html
Magazines:
Forbes, February 28,
http://www.forbes.com/sites/robertglatter/2015/02/28/proteins-in-saliva-may-help-diagnose-autism/
Clinical Trials News
http://www.clinicaltrialsmagazine.com/test-for-autism-spectrum-disorder/
Youth Health Mag
Newspapers:
North Country Now, February 4
http://northcountrynow.com/news/clarkson-researchers-potsdam-say-saliva-may-help-diagnose-autism-0135825
Allentown Morning Call
http://www.mcall.com/health/mc-study-reports-saliva-may-help-diagnose-autism-20150204-story.html
Watertown Daily Times
http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20150204/NEWS05/150209553
University Herald, February 16
http://www.universityherald.com/articles/15952/20150216/simple-saliva-test-could-diagnose-autism.htm
Autism Daily Newscast
http://www.autismdailynewscast.com/biological-test-autism-may-possible/23424/adn/
Websites:
PsychCentral
http://psychcentral.com/news/2015/02/17/saliva-test-may-diagnose-autism/81351.html
News Medical, February 16
http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150217/Saliva-test-holds-promise-to-diagnose-autism-spectrum-disorder-in-children.aspx
BioSpace
http://www.biospace.com/News/saliva-test-to-diagnose-autism-being-developed/364856
Gizmag, February 17
http://www.gizmag.com/saliva-test-diagnosis-autism/36136/
Medscape, February 20
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/840087
Genomeweb, February 23
https://www.genomeweb.com/scan/potential-protein-asd-markers
Med Device Online, February 19
http://www.meddeviceonline.com/doc/a-saliva-test-to-diagnose-autism-0001
Babycenter blog, Febaruary 19
http://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/02192015-study-saliva-spit-test-diagnose-autism-kids/
Psychiatry Advisor, February 19
http://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/testing-saliva-could-help-diagnose-autism/article/395402/
Science Daily, February 16
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/02/150216125423.htm
Dental tribune, February 23
http://www.dental-tribune.com/mobarticles/content/scope/news/region/americas/id/22203
EpilepsyU.com
http://epilepsyu.com/blog/diagnosing-autism-with-saliva/
Radio:
Voice of America
http://www.voanews.com/content/study-says-saliva-test-could-help-diagnose-children-with-autism/2649215.html
February 2015: Roshi presents her seminar within the department seminar series. Congrats, Roshi!
February 2015: Darie Lab is all over the news:
Clarkson News: http://clarkson.edu/news/2015/news-release_2015-02-02-1.html
Watertown Daily Times: http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20150204/NEWS05/150209553
Daily Courier Observer: http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20150204/DCO/150209483
North Country Now: http://northcountrynow.com/news/clarkson-researchers-potsdam-say-saliva-may-help-diagnose-autism-0135825
Recovery From Autism (RFA): http://www.recoveryfromautism.com/index.php/medicalnewstoday/can-a-saliva-test-diagnose-autism.html
cardinalpointsonline: http://cardinalpointsonline.com/research-offers-potential-earlier-autism-diagnoses/
The Morning Call: http://www.mcall.com/health/mc-study-reports-saliva-may-help-diagnose-autism-20150204-story.html
MNT: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/288717.php
Also on TV on ABC News: http://www.mychamplainvalley.com/story/d/story/clarkson-suny-plattsburgh-researchers-saliva-could/30643/Rp7RC5IsdkqwdTU2IA_b_Q
February 2015: Armand is awarded the 2015 JALA Authors Choice Award. Congrats, Armand!
January 2015: Armand presented his work at the Department's Seminar Series.
January, 2015: Kelly wins travel award from the The American Society
for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB). Kelly will use the funds
to attend the ASBMB conference in March in Boston, MA. Congratulations,
Kelly!
http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2015/news-release_2015-01-22-1.html
January 2015: Xulan, Jonathan & Matthew joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab. Congrats, All of you!
December 2014: Roshi, Devika & Kelly present a poster at the Clarkson Graduate Student Symposium (Roshi & Devika presented Kelly's poster). Roshi wins the first place. Congratulations, Roshi, congratulations, all!
December 2014: Dr. Darie delivers a seminar in the department of Physics at Clarkson University
November 2014: Dr. Darie delivers a seminar in the department of Chemistry at SUNY Potsdam
November 2014: Dr. Woods delivers lecture at the Science Café in Caanton, NY and Potsdam, NY
November 2014: Adrian & Loredana applied for and were awarded the Ioan Curea Excelence Scholarship (Adrian) and The Faculty Excelence Scholarship (Loredana). Congrats, both of you!
November 2014: Sapan came and successfully presented the seminar on the comprehensive exam. Congratulations, Sapan!
November 2014: Seven posters and an award for Darie Lab at the Eastern Analytical Symposium (EAS). Armand, Kelly, Roshi, Devika (all graduate students) and Emma & Megan (undergraduate students) went and presented their work at the EAS meeting in Somerset NJ. Armand also won one of the four EAS graduate student awards. Congratulations, Armand! Congratulations all presenters!
http://eas.org/
http://easinc.org/wordpress/?page_id=2624
Left picture: Armand at the award ceremony with Dr. Kebbekus, the awards
committee chair (left) and Dr. Darie, Armand's advisor (right). Right picture:
Armand with Dr. Anne-Francoise Aubry, the 2014 EAS President.
The four graduate and four undergraduate award winners, with the 2014 EAS President, with Dr. Anne-Francoise Aubry
Armand's EAS Graduate Student Award
October, 2014: Sapan successfully presented the seminar in the Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science. Sapan is a graduate student in the Darie Lab under Drs. Darie (Clarkson University) and Clarkson (Sloan Kettering Institute). Congratulations, Sapan!
October 2014: Adrian & Loredana present a seminar summary of their work from the past 3 months
October, 2014: Roshi applies for and received the ASMS Travel Award. She will use the award funds to attend the ASMS Fall Workshop Ion Mobility Mass Spectrometry, which will be held at the Seattle Crowne Plaza, Seattle, WA.
http://www.asms.org/conferences/fall-workshop/fall-workshop-homepage
Congrats, Roshi!
September, 2014: A new QTOF Ultima API mass spectrometer is successfully
installed in our lab. This was possible through Dr. Mary Ann Gawinowicz.
Here are pictures during the installation:
After installation:
The first MS and MS/MS spectra (shown is 10 fmol Glufb run through NanoAcquity UPLC coupled with QTOF Ultima API (NanoLC-MS/MS)
Undergraduate Students Conducting Summer Research at Clarkson University [From Clarkson University News Release]
http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2014/news-release_2014-08-08-1.html
August, 2014: Emma & Megan won the first place for presenting their poster! Congratulations, Emma & Megan!
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July, 2014: Emma receives a certificate of achievement at the U. Buffalo meeting
July, 2014: Emma presents her work at the meeting at U Buffalo
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July 2014:
Loredana & Adrian, two Romanian graduate students visit Darie Lab.
Loredana Lupu & Adrian Robu, two graduate students from Western University
of Timisoara, Romania visit Darie lab. The students, from the Department
of Physics applied in Medicine and members of Prof. Alina Zamfir’s Glycoproteomics
and Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, came to our lab to gain expertise in proteomics
and also teach the members of our lab the insights of glycomics. Welcome
to our lab, Loredana & Adrian!
June, 2014:
Dr. Alisa Woods delivered an oral presentation to the international meeting in New York City.
June 2014:
Darie Lab goes to ASMS. The members of the Biochemistry & Proteomics Group went to the International ASMS conference in Baltimore, MD. This was the largest presence of our lab at the ASMS conference: : Katie, Emma Roshi, Devika, Armand, Kelly & Costel. Roshi’s husband (Sadjad), was also present.
The lab at the ASMS:
The lab members at the ASMS hospitality suites:
June, 2014:
Clarkson University Undergraduate Students Recognized for Science Presentations [From Clarkson University News]
Four Clarkson University undergraduate students recently were honored for
chemistry and biomolecular science presentations. Read
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http://clarkson.edu/news/2014/news-release_2014-06-18-2.html
June, 2014:
Clarkson University Grad Student Wins Award for Autism Study [From Clarkson University News]
Clarkson University graduate student Armand Gatien Ngounou Wetie has won
an Eastern Analytical Symposium Graduate Student Research Award for his
study of autism spectrum disorders. A Ph.D. student from Cameroon working
with Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science Costel C.
Darie and Research Assistant Professor Alisa G. Woods, he is invited to
present his research at the symposium and exhibition that takes place from
Nov. 17 to 19 at the Garden State Exhibit Center in Somerset, N.J. Read More...
http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2014/news-release_2014-06-11-1.html
May, 2014:
Katie, Kelly, Roshi, Devika & Armand presented their work at the Poster Session of the Chemistry Graduate Student Symposium, organized by the ACS and University at Buffalo. http://www.ubchemgss.com/session-ia
May, 2014:
Armand delivers an oral presentation at the ACS meeting in Buffalo http://www.ubchemgss.com/session-ia
May, 2014:
Dr. Troy Wood (U. Buffalo) hosts Armand for two weeks for specialized training
in mass spectrometry.
http://www.chemistry.buffalo.edu/people/faculty/wood/
Thank you, Dr. Wood!
May, 2014:
Katie, Kelly, Rachel, Bethany, Jarrod, Coleman & Ledwin just graduated. Congratulations & Farewell!
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May, 2014:
Katie Beglinger is awarded the ACS Northern New York Award and the Brunauer Award Congratulations, Katie!
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May 2014:
Clarkson University Researcher to Speak at Autism Conference in NYC [From Clarkson University News]
Clarkson University Research Assistant Professor Alisa G. Woods of the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science will discuss her work at the ICare4Autism International Autism Conference set for June 30-July 2 in New York City.
Woods is one of 29 presenters for the event, which is open to the public
and families as well as treatment providers and researchers. Read
more...
http://clarkson.edu/news/2014/news-release_2014-05-21-1.html
May 2014:
Dr. Urmi Roy presented a poster at the CAMP Annual Technical Meeting, Saratoga Springs, NY.
May 2014:
Clarkson University Senior Receives Schwall Fellowship from UC Davis [From Clarkson University News]
Clarkson University senior biomolecular science major Katherine
M. Beglinger of Varysburg, N.Y., has received the prestigious Floyd and
Mary Schwall Fellowship in Medical Research from the University of California,
Davis. Beglinger will attend UC Davis for the Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular,
and Developmental Biology Ph. D. Program. The Schwall Fellowship is offered
to a few select graduate applicants who intend to pursue medically-related
research. It includes tuition and fees, a research grant, a travel grant
and stipend. Read
More ...
http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2014/news-release_2014-05-06-2.html
May 2014:
Now available: Advancements of Mass Spectrometry in Biomedical Research (Springer)
http://www.springer.com/chemistry/analytical+chemistry/book/978-3-319-06067-5
April 2014:
Bethany's and Katie's last poster as an official undergraduate at the ACS meeting in Plattsburgh, NY
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April 2014:
Armand presents a poster about protein modifications at the ACS meeting in Plattsburgh, NY
Kelly presents her first poster as a graduate student at the ACS meeting in Plattsburgh, NY
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April 2014:
Roshi and Devika present their first poster at the ACS meeting in Plattsburgh, NY
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April 2014:
Katie won the best poster award at the ACS NNY meeting, held at SUNY Plattsburgh.
Congratulations, Katie!
April 2014:
Rachel received the Marshal Award. Congratulations, Rachel!
April, 2014:
Bethany wins the DSean William J. Farrisee Memorial Award.
Congratulations, Bethany!
April, 2014:
Kelly receives the School of Arts & Sciences Award at the Recognition Day The School of Arts & Sciences Award given to an outstanding student-scholar enrolled in a degree program in the School of Arts & Sciences whose studies demonstrate significant interdisciplinary work and excellence in communication. As a student-scholar, the recipient will exemplify the ideal of integration of learning. The recipient of the 2014 School of Arts & Sciences Award is Kelly Wormwood.
Congratulations, Kelly!
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April, 2014:
Darie Lab upgrades the Protein Machine! Biochemistry and Proteomics Lab just added another mass spectrometer to their already strong instrumental repertoire! The new instrument, a QTOF Ultima was acquired from Columbia University, thanks to Dr. Mary Ann Gawinowicz, a long standing collaborator of our lab. The new instrument will complement the current QTOF Micro mass spectrometer and the another three TofSpec2E MALDI instruments.
Thank you, Dr. Gawinowicz!
Armand with the newly delivered instrument. |
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April, 2014:
Katie & Emma presented a poster at the SURE Conference, held at Clarkson University. Congratulations, Katie & Emma!
April, 2014:
Dr. Darie presented a seminar at the at the U Connecticut.
April 2014:
Katie goes to UC Davis! Katie will be attending UC Davis for the Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology Ph. D. Program. On behalf of Graduate Studies and the Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology Graduate Group, Katie was offered the prestigious Floyd and Mary Schwall Fellowship in Medical Research, begining October 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017. This fellowship is offered to a few select graduate applicants who intend to pursue medically-related research. Congratulations, Katie!
March, 2014:
Armand presented his work as an invited speaker at the Department of Chemistry at SUNY Plattsburgh. Congratulations, Armand!
March, 2014:
Emma was accepted in the McNair Program as a McNair student.
Emma was awarded a travel award by the McNair Program Emma will use the award to partially support travel at the international ASMS conference on mass spectrometry and allied topics, which will be held in June, in Baltimore, MD. Congratulations, Emma!
March, 2014:
Kelly & Roshanak (Roshi) won (each of them) the 2014 ASMS Travel Award. They will use the award to partially support theie travel at the intermational ASMS conference on mass spectrometry and allied topics, which will be held in June, in Baltimore, MD. Congratulations, Kelly & Roshi!
March 2014:
Kelly Wormwood is the recipient of the 2014 ASPIRE Graduate Fellowship for study at Clarkson University. This includes a two-year graduate stipend. Congratulations Kelly!
February 2014:
Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratory entered an agreement on proteomics services with Kendrick Labs. Kendrick Labs, a CRO located in Madison, Wisconsin specialize in sample separation and fractionation for proteomics analysis, with focus on two dimensional electrophoresis (2D-PAGE), one of the most reliable fractionation methods used in proteomics. Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratory works with Kendrick Labs since November 2013.
Find out more about Kendrick Labs at http://www.kendricklabs.com/index.html
February, 2014 Armand wins the PEGS Student Travel Fellowship!
PEGS, the essential protein engineering summit will gather in Boston’s vibrant seaport district Over 1,600 participants. The value of the fellowship (about $500), will cover part of the travel costs. As a requirement for this fellowship, Armand will also present a poster. Congratulations, Armand!
January 2014: Emmalyn J. Dupree joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab
Emmalyn Dupree graduated from Massena Central School, New York, in 2012. She is now a sophomore at Clarkson University and pursuing a major in Biomolecular Science and a minor in Biology. As work study, she works for the chemistry department in the chemistry stockroom. Emmalyn started research in Dr. Darie’s lab in the spring semester of sophomore year, and plans to continue research during the summer.
Welcome to our lab, Emma!
January 2014: Megan Borland joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab
Megan Borland is a sophomore at Clarkson University, majoring in Biomolecular Science with a minor in Cognitive Neuroscience. She is in the Honors Program and serves on the Honors Council as a student representative. She is also a member of Theta Phi Alpha, a leader for the local Girl Scout Troop, and the secretary of the university’s acapella group, the “Golden Knotes.” She is interested in pursuing a career in research, particularly in pharmaceuticals surrounding conditions such as Autism. Her passion stems from her experiences with her sister with Autism, and her fascination with science and medicine. She enjoys a variety of outdoor activities like skiing, biking and hiking and enjoys volunteering in her community through her school groups and church. She is the founder of a program that collects Christmas gifts for kindergarteners in her local community, which she distributes each December. This spring she is studying abroad in Australia at Griffith University for the semester and will return in the summer to work on research at Clarkson University. After graduating in May 2016 she plans on continuing her studies in graduate school.
Welcome to our lab, Megan!
January 2014: Dr. Alisa Woods has received a $1,000 grant
and acceptance to participate in the NIH sponsored 2014 Interdisciplinary
Training Conference.
Dr. Alisa Woods has received a $1,000 grant and acceptance
to participate in the NIH sponsored 2014 Interdisciplinary Training Conference
in Developmental Disabilities being held in Chicago, Illinois on March 4,
2014, followed by the 7th Annual Gatlinburg Conference, one of the premier
conferences in the United States for behavioral scientists conducting research
in intellectual and related developmental disabilities. http://kc.vanderbilt.edu/gatlinburg/.
January 2014: Devika Channaveerappa joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab.
Devika received her BS and MS in Biotechnology at Bangalore University, Bangalore, India. Her interest of study includes Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. During her MS studies, she did a project on - Detection of ANXA225 Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in Sickle Cell patients. The project included application of tools like PCR, RFLP and Electrophoresis to detect the presence of SNP in Sickle Cell patients. She has also worked on the Separation of Blue Dextran and protein with Gel Filtration Chromatography and also Purification and Characterization of Parvalbumin protein. While working in these projects, she developed a keen interest in the field of Protein Chemistry and Proteomics.
Welcome to our lab, Devika!
January 2014: Ledwin Amaro joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab
Ledwin is currently a chemical engineering senior at Clarkson University. His interest of study includes the pharmaceuticals, biomedical engineering and anything related toward the medical field. Ledwin is currently involved in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers at Clarkson. He is set to graduate in May 2014 and continue his interest of study either in graduate school or in a pharmaceutical company. Ledwin’s intermediate goal is to graduate with a degree in chemical engineering and pursuing a job in the pharmaceutical industry and his long term goal is being productive in the pharmaceutical industry doing good and helping people have a better standard of living.
Welcome to our lab, Ledwin!
December 2013: Armand G. Ngounou Wetie won the 2013 Graduate Student Award for the best research. Congratulations, Armand!
December 2013: Coleman Larlee and Kelly Wormwood just graduated the Class of December 2013. Congratulations to both of you, Coleman & Kelly!
December 13th: Kelly Wormwood became an undergraduate alumna and a fresh graduate student in the Biochemistry & Proteomics Lab and will work towards her Chemistry PhD degree. Welcome to the lab, again, Kelly!
December, 2013: Rachel A. Skavina, a Chemical Engineer Senior joins the Biochemistry and Proteomics Group
Rachel is currently studying chemical engineering as a senior at Clarkson University, with a concentration in biomolecular engineering and a minor in chemistry. Her special interests include pharmaceuticals, drug discovery, and biotechnology. She holds executive board positions as president of Kappa Delta Chi Sorority Inc. and an officer of Clarkson Univerity Archery Club as well as being an active member of Clarkson University Dance Ensemble, Pep Band, SWE, and AIChE. Rachel plans to graduate in May 2014 and pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
December, 2013: Earl Cash, a Chemical Engineer Junior joins the Biochemistry and Proteomics Group
Earl Cash graduated from Notre Dame Jr./Sr. High School in Utica, New York in 2011. He is currently a junior pursuing a BS in chemical engineering. After recently taking classes pertaining to biology and biochemistry and learning of their applications to chemical engineering, Earl has developed a special interest in biochemical engineering and its applications to pharmaceutical development. Earl's long term goal is to work for a company that specializes in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
December, 2013: Ashley Brisbin, a Biology major with a Pre-Physician Assistant concentration, joins the Biochemistry and Proteomics Goups’ lab
Ashley Brisbin is a sophomore at Clarkson University and is pursuing a major in Biology with a concentration of Pre-Physcian Assistant. She is a member of the Clarkson University Honors Program, Tri-Beta Honors Society, Doctors Without Boarders Club, Field Hockey Club, St. Jude's Up Til' Dawn EBoard Team, Delta Zeta Sorority, President of the Pre-Physician Assistant Club, and a volunteer at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Ashley also enjoys running, spending time with family and friends, and being on the lake during the summer. For the past two summers, Ashley has worked with a disabled child affected by the CMV virus. This past summer, she also took a Licensed Nursing Assistant class, and is planning on working at a local hospital or nursing home this summer. She is also traveling to Guatemala for two weeks this summer to work in rural communities and participate in setting up medical clinics. Ashley plans to graduate in May 2016 and is planning on pursuing a Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
November, 2013: Mary Williams, a biology major, joins the Biochemistry
and Proteomics Goups’ lab
Mary Williams is in her Junior year at Clarkson University and is pursuing
a major in Biology. She is a member of Clarkson's Ultimate Frisbee Club
as well as the Ski Club. Mary also horseback rides at a barn in St. Regis
Falls. For the past two summers, Mary has worked for Heritage Christian
Services in her hometown of Webster, NY. This organization services individuals
with developmental disabilities. This past summer, she also began working
for People Inc. People Inc provides respite workers for families who have
members with a developmental disability. Mary plans to graduate in December
2014 and wishes to participate in a medical brigade in Africa. Welcome to
the lab, Mary!
Dr. Alisa G. Woods (center) was honored recently at Clarkson University’s Million Dollar Club ceremony for receipt of her grant to study salivary biomarkers in autism spectrum disorder from Shire Pharmaceuticals, LLC. This work is being done with Dr. Costel C. Darie and the laboratory for Biochemistry and Proteomics and Dr. Jeanne Ryan, SUNY Plattsburgh Neuropsychology Clinic and Psychoeducation Services. Also pictured are other recipients of their first grant award.
Congratulations, Alisa!
October 2013: Kelly L. Wormwood Receives First David A. Walsh Fellowship at Clarkson University
Kelly L. Wormwood of Lowville, N.Y., a senior majoring in chemistry and biomolecular science at Clarkson University, has received the David A. Walsh ‘67 Fellowship.
The fellowship, established earlier this year through a donation from Walsh, a resident of Spotsylvania, Va., provided funds for Wormwood’s travel and research supplies during the summer. Read More
September 2013: Bethany M. Wawro joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics Group
Bethany graduated from Skaneateles High School in 2010. She is a senior chemical engineering student, with a minor in Biology and Chemistry, and a concentration on Biomolecular Engineering. She has a special interest in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals and her long term goal is to work for such a company. She is an active member in Alpha Phi Omega, a national coed service fraternity, and Clarkson Union Board, the campus activities programming board.
Welcome to the lab, Bethany!
September, 2013: Armand presented his work within the Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Seminar Series.
September, 2013: Armand successfully defended the comprehensive exam towards his PhD. Congratulation, Armand!
August, 2013: Roshanak Aslebagh joined the Biochemistry and Proteomics Group as a Ph.D. student
Roshanak received her BS in Chemical Engineering at the University of Tehran, Iran and MS in Chemical Engineering- Biomedical Engineering Field at the Tarbiat Modares University (TMU), Tehran, Iran.
During her Bachelor thesis, she worked on the effect of Silica nanoparticles on stability and thermal conductivity of fluids in the lab of Prof. M. Shariati Niasar. During her master studies in Biomedical Engineering, she worked in the field of Nano-biotechnology as her research topic which provoked her enthusiasm toward biotechnology and biomedicine. Her research was in the field of breast cancer cells targeting by means of magnetic nanocarriers. in more details her master thesis was based on the attachment of Anti-HER2 antibody to magnetic Dextran-Spermine coated Iron Oxide nanocarriers for tracking of breast cancer cells in the bioseperation lab of Prof. E. Vasheghani Farahani in TMU, and she did a part of her research in the Hematology lab of Prof. M. Soleimani in Hematology department, Faculty Of Medical Sciences, TMU.
In the Fall of 2013, she joined the Biochemistry and Proteomics Group as a Ph.D. student, where she will combine cell biology, analytical biochemistry, protein chemistry, mass spectrometry and proteomics to investigate Tumor Differentiation Factor and to develop new proteomics approaches for biomarker discovery. Welcome to the lab, Roshanak!
August, 2013: Kelly L. Wormwood & Blake Woods presented their
work at the Clarkson's Summer SURE conference
Kelly presented her work on identifying serum and saliva biomarkers in
Autism Spectrum Disorders at the Summer SURE conference. Blake, a summer
high school student presented his work on biochemical investigation of
brown and white eggs.
August, 2013: Kelly wins the Clarkson's Summer SURE conference. Congratulations, Kelly!
July, 2013: Darie lab thanks donor Bob Matloff, for his generous
donation to the autism research program: In Memory of Francis X Stewart.
July, 2013: Clarkson University Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Undergrads
Win Awards & Present at Conferences
Three undergraduate students from Clarkson University's Biochemistry &
Proteomics Lab, Kelly L. Wormwood '13, Katherine M. Beglinger '14 and
Jarrod W. Mattingly '14, led by Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Assistant
Professor Costel C. Darie, recently presented their work at the local
Spring Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) conference at Clarkson
University and at the regional American Chemical Society Northern New
York (ACS NNY) meeting at St. Lawrence University.
More on: http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2013/news-release_2013-07-01-1.html
July, 2013: Drs. Darie and Woods discussed autism biomarkers on the web program, autism brainstorm: http://autismbrainstorm.org/30-new-category/166-dr-alisa-g-woods-neurobiologist-discusses-pinning-down-bio-markers-for-autism. Another webcast will take place on August 8th, 9:00 EST. http://autismbrainstorm.org/35-info-finder-what-s-coming-up/171-monthly-hangout-with-neurobiologist-alisa-g-woods
July, 2013: Blake Woods, an entering High School Jr. from Glen Cove New York joins the lab as a research trainee. Welcome to the lab, Blake!
June, 2013: Coleman Larlee joins Biochemistry & Proteomics lab
Coleman began his scientific career his freshman year at Clarkson University
as a Chemical Engineer. Coleman is a member of the Army ROTC program here
at Clarkson and is a graduate of the US Army Leadership Development and
Assessment Course. Coleman plans to graduate in December of 2013 and pursue
a career in the Biopharma industry. Welcome to the lab,Coleman!
June 2013: Dr. Hutanu joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics lab as a
visiting scientist
Dr. Hutanu is a life sciences consultant with an industry background ranging
from biotechnology to functional coatings industry. Her research interests
are in development of novel polymeric coatings and particles as stationary
phases for chromatographic separations, coupled with mass spectrometry
detection for analysis of nutrients, metabolites, and post-translational
modifications on proteins.
June 2013: Drs. Darie and Woods and Kelly Wormwood attended the 2013 Smith-Lemli-Opitz Family and Medical Conference (June 27, 2013 - June 29, 2013), where they collected saliva samples for biomarker analysis. Many thanks to the individuals and families who participated!
Clarkson University Research Team Receives $38K Grant for Autism Study
Clarkson University's Laboratory for Biochemistry and Proteomics has received
a $38,000 grant to study the potential causes of autism. The laboratory
received the grant from Shire Pharmaceuticals LLC. Clarkson researchers
will collaborate with cognitive neuroscientist Jeanne Ryan of SUNY Plattsburgh
to examine autism indicators in the saliva of children.
More on: http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2013/news-release_2013-06-21-01.html
June 2013: Darie Lab to present to the ASMS conference in Minneapolis,
MN
Kelly, Katie, Armand & Dr. Darie presented their work at the American
Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) Meeting. ASMS is an annual International
Conference on Mass Spectrometry and Allied Topics, attended by more than
6,500 scientists, from approximately 40 countries. More on: http://www.asms.org/
June 2013: ASMS conference also organizes hospitality suites, where researchers network and plan foture research projects
June, 2013: ICare4Autism Conference at Albert Einstein College of
Medicine Attracts Over 300 People
On June 5, 2013 the International Center for Autism Research and Education
(ICare4Autism) held the conference, "Autism: Cutting Edge Research and
Promising Treatment Approaches," at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
in conjunction with Montefiore Medical Center.
http://www.icare4autism.org/news/2013/06/icare4autism-conference-at-albert-einstein-college-of-medicine-attracts-over-300-people-2/
May 31st, 2013: Izabela Sokolowska successfully defended her Ph.D. Thesis. Congratulations, Dr. Sokolowska!
May 31st, 2013: Izabela Sokolowska defends her Ph.D.
thesis.
She will be the first graduate student that earned a Ph.D. in the Biochemistry
& Proteomics Lab
May, 2013: Clarkson University Researcher to Speak at June 5 Autism
Conference
Clarkson University Research Assistant Professor Alisa G. Woods of the
Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science will present at the ICare4Autism
International Autism Conference on June 5. http://www.clarkson.edu/news/2013/news-release_2013-05-23-01.html
May 2013: Kelly Wormwood receives a David A. Walsh '67 Undergraduate
Summer Research Fellowship
Kelly Wormwood was selected to receive a David A. Walsh '67 Undergraduate
Summer Research Fellowship that will allow her to continue to work on
her research projects. The fellowship will allow Kelly to pay the room
and board expenses, as well as research supplies and travel expenses to
scientific conferences. The fellowship is intended to support undergraduate
students who major in Chemistry & Biomolecular Science, to initiate and
perform research over the Summer and continue it over the next year. Congratulations,
Kelly!
May 2013: Dr. Urmi Roy to present a poster at the CAMP conference
Dr. Urmi Roy presented a poster at the CAMP Annual Technical Meeting,
Saratoga Springs, NY.
April 2013: Katie Beglinger wins the poster presentation
the Chemistry meets Biology conference at St. Lawrence University, meeting
sponsored by the ACS NNY section.
Katie Beglionger's poster was selected as the best poster at the ACS
NNY poster and won the ACS NNY award. Congratualtions, Katie!
April 2013: Three undergraduate students to present their
work at the Chemistry meets Biology Conference, held at St. Lawrence University
and sponsored by the American Chemical Society, Northern New York Section
(ACS NNY).
Kelly L. Wormwood, Katherine Beglinger, and Jarrod Mattingly, three
Biomolecular Science undergraduate students competed for the best undergraduate
poster Award at the ACS NNY conference.
April 2013: Jarrod Mattingly wins the poster presentation
the Spring Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Conference
Kelly L. Wormwood's poster, presented by Jarrod Mattingly, both Biomolecular
Science undergraduate students was selected as the best undergraduate
poster and won the 2013 SURE Conference Award. Congratulations, Kelly
& Jarrod!
April 2013: Three undergraduate students entered the poster competition
that will be held by the Spring Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)
Conference
Kelly L. Wormwood, Katherine Beglinger, and Jarrod Mattingly, three
Biomolecular Science undergraduate students competed for the best undergraduate
poster Award at the SURE conference.
January 2013: Two undergraduate students entered the international
poster competition that will be held by the American Society for Mass
Spectrometry (ASMS).
Kelly L. Wormwood and Katherine Beglinger, two Biomolecular Science
undergraduate students will compete for the best undergraduate poster
Award at the ASMS 2013 that will be held in Minneapolis, MN. This meeting
brings together about 7,000 scientists from all over the world. The undergraduate
competition is competitive and limited to a very limited number of posters
per year. Both Kelly and Katherine/Katie work together with another undergraduate
student Jarrod W. Mattingly, also Biomolecular Science major, work closely
with Armand and Izabela, graduate students in Darie lab and also with
Drs. Urmi Roy and Alisa G. Woods. Their focus is identification of saliva
biomarkers in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
December 2012: Izabela Sokolowska wins the Shipley Graduate Student
Award
Izabela Sokolowska, a graduate student in the Biochemistry and Proteomics
lab led by Dr. Darie won the Shipley Graduate Student Award. The award
was announced on the First Annual Chemistry Graduate Student Symposium,
held in early December 2012, at Clarkson Universwity The award is given
to one graduate student with outstanding achievements in research, service
and teaching. Ms. Sokolowska started working towards her PhD on Tumor
Differentiation Factor, a new pituitary molecule. She also works on developing
new proteomics approaches for biomarker discovery.
November 2012: Armand G. Ngounou Wetie wins ASMS travel Award
Armand attended last year from November 8th to November 9th 2012,
the American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) fall workshop in Boston,
Massachusetts. His participation to this workshop was possible thanks
to a travel stipend that Armand received from the ASMS. The workshiop
is usually limited to 500 participants from all aroud the world. The workshop
dealt with mass spectrometry-based analysis of protein phosphorylation
and phosphoproteomics in general. Armand got the chance to listen and
talk to International renowned speakers in the field of mass spectrometry.
Present at the workshop were also many companies from pharmaceutical and
biotechnology industry.
May 2012: Izabela Sokolowska accepted to do Summer Internship
with Genentech
Izabela Sokolowska, a student in Biochemistry & Proteomics lab, led
by Dr. Darie applied to and was accepted to work as an intern over the
Summer of 2012 in the Department of Biochemical and Cellular Pharmacology,
Genentech Inc. Izabela developed and evaluated purification and mass spectrometry
assays for quantification of target proteins in serum in the presence
of therapeutic antibody. This is quite a novel direction for Clarkson
graduate students.Izabela works toward her PhD since 2009 and is expected
to graduate this Summer
November 2012: Jarrod Mattingly joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics lab. Jarrod Mattingly is a 2010 graduate from Indian River Central High School in Philadelphia, New York. He also plays baseball for Clarkson University, is the President of Phi Delta Epsilon Pre Medical Fraternity, and color commentates Clarkson Basketball. Jarrod plans to attend medical school in the Fall of 2014 in a joint M.D. and M.B.A. program.
October 2012: Clarkson University's Woods Wins German Psychiatry Prize
for Autism Research
[From
Clarkson University News]
Dr. Alisa Woods
Clarkson University Research Assistant Professor Alisa Woods of the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science has been awarded the 10th annual Hanse Prize for Psychiatry for her neuropsychiatric research on biomarkers in psychiatry.
Woods was the keynote speaker at the 10th annual Hansesymposium: Mental Health Across the Lifespan -- Molecular Biology and Clinical Presentation of Neuropsychological Development last month at the University of Rostock in Germany. Read more...
August, 2012: Katie Beglinger joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics lab. Katie graduated from Attica High School in 2010 and is majoring in Biomolecular Science and Chemistry. She began her second year as a TA for the Freshman Biology Lab.
August, 2012: Sapan Patel Joins the Biochemistry & Proteomics Laboratory as an external graduate student, under dual mentorship shared by Dr. Costel C. Darie from Clarkson University and Dr. Bayard D. Clarkson from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Sapan received Master of Science in Biotechnology at the New York University, USA and Bachelor of Pharmacy (Pharmaceutical Sciences) at Saurashtra University, India. During his master study, he worked as research volunteer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in the lab of Dr. Clarkson. After master study, Sapan joined as a Research Technician at MSKCC in the Dr. Clarkson Lab. My main interest is to study behavior of leukemia at molecular level. Currently, I am working on acute lymphoblastic leukemia and other CML cell lines to study their behavior at different cell densities. Our study shows that the Ph+ ALL3 cells behave differently at different cell densities than other CML cell line. To evaluate the difference in behavior, we are using the traditional thymidine assay with modifications. This study led us to interesting conclusion that the secreted protein collected from exponentially growing high density ALL3 cells can stimulate the low density ALL3 cells to grow without which the low density ALL3 cell will not survive. We are using different chromatographic separation scheme to fractionate the stimulatory protein responsible for proliferation of low density ALL3 cells. Sapan hopes to improve many aspects of cancer biology by identifying the protein molecule with the help of like-minded fellow researches, scientists and physicians. To achieve his long term goal, Sapan joined Dr. Darie group at Clarkson University as an external graduate student to conclude his graduate study. He will obtain the required training to complete my research work from Clarkson University, Columbia University and MSKCC. Sapan hopes to attain such superior goals in this highly collaborative environment at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Clarkson University.
May, 2012: Clarkson University Researchers Confirm Breast Cancer Regulator
Also Found in Prostate Cancer
[From
Clarkson University News]
Researchers at Clarkson University in Potsdam, N.Y., led by Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Professor Costel C. Darie, in collaboration with researchers from Columbia University, have now found the binding partner of TDF, a pituitary hormone that had previously been shown to reduce cancer progression in breast cancer cells, in prostate cancer as well.
The study suggests that TDF may play a general role of inhibiting cancerous cells in both the breast and in the prostate. "Finding the receptor for the TDF hormone in both the breast and prostate will allow us to design treatments targeting both cancer types," said Darie. Read more...
Apri, l 2012
Izabela Sokolowska won the 3rd place for the best graduate poster presentation at the Northern New York ACS 3rd Annual Undergraduate and Graduate Chemistry and Biology Research Symposium, Potsdam, NY.
Armand G. Ngounou Wetie won the first place for the best graduate poster presentation at the Northern New York ACS 3rd Annual Undergraduate and Graduate Chemistry and Biology Research Symposium, Potsdam, NY. The prize was shared between two Armand form the Biochemistry and Proteomics Lab and Reshica Baral, the graduate student from the Developmental Biology lab run by Dr. Keenneth Wallace.
January 2012: Clarkson University Researchers Identify Possible Receptor
for Key Breast Cancer Regulator
[From
Clarkson University News]
A key protein potentially involved in regulating breast cancer progression has been identified by researchers at Clarkson University. Led by Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Professor Costel C. Darie, the team worked to identify the binding partner of Tumor Differentiating Factor (TDF), a pituitary hormone that had previously been shown to reduce cancer progression in breast cancer cells. Read more...
News Release, North Country Now
January 2012: Clarkson University Scientist Awarded $10,000 Grant From Keep A Breast Foundation to Study New Hormone [From Clarkson University News]
The Keep A Breast Foundation has awarded a $10,000 research grant to Clarkson University Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Professor Costel C. Darie to study a newly identified hormone and to contribute to the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. Read more...
2011 KAB Research Grant Winners
June 2011: Clarkson University and SUNY Plattsburgh Scientists Awarded Army DURIP Grant to Purchase Research Instrument. [From Clarkson University News]
Two Clarkson University professors and a SUNY Plattsburgh professor have received $107,000 in funding from the Army Research Office Defense University Research Instrumentation Program to advance proteomics research at the two schools.
Proteomics is the large-scale study of proteins, particularly their structures and functions.
Clarkson University Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Costel C. Darie (cos-TELL dah-ree-AY) and Associate Professor of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science E. Silvana Andreescu (sil-VAH-na ahn-dray-ESS-cue), and SUNY Plattsburgh Professor and Chair of Chemistry Linda A. Luck will purchase an ultra-nano HPLC with the grant. HPLC stands for high-performance liquid chromatography. This device will be about 500-1000 times more sensitive than the current HPLC at Clarkson.
The instrument separates mixtures of very small compounds through chromatography. When coupled with a mass spectrometer, it provides information about the size, sequence or structure of the compounds.
An instrument used at top research universities, its purchase will allow greater advances in biological and biomedical studies in the region. It will be the first machine of its type in the North Country.
The instrument will be available to users from the of chemistry, biomolecular science and biology departments at Clarkson University and SUNY Plattsburgh, and surrounding colleges and universities, like SUNY Potsdam, SUNY Canton and St. Lawrence University.
The grant program is designed to fill a critical need of scholars by purchasing state-of-the-art equipment that augments current university capabilities or develops new capabilities to perform cutting edge defense research. Read more about Clarkson's Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratory at http://people.clarkson.edu/~cdarie, and about the BioSem Laboratory at http://web2.clarkson.edu/programs/biosem/index.html. Read about the SUNY Plattsburgh Chemistry and Biochemistry Laboratory at http://www.plattsburgh.edu/academics/chemistry/faculty/luck.php.
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June, 2011: SUNY Plattsburgh Honors Undergraduate Awarded $3,000 for Collaborative Research at Clarkson University Proteomics Lab [From Clarkson University News]
SUNY Plattsburgh pre-medical student Stefanie Russell is working on a project this summer with Clarkson University chemistry & biomolecular science professors Costel Darie and Alisa Woods, and SUNY Plattsburgh Psychology Professor Jeanne Ryan.
Russell was awarded $3,000 from the Redcay endowment for her research proposal "Correlation of Apolipoprotein A1 Levels with Measures of Social Impairment."
Working with children who have autistic spectrum disorder, Russell will compare psychological behavioral measurements of social impairment to measurements of protein in saliva. In doing so, her work will merge the fields of psychology and biochemistry.
The Redcay Research Apprenticeship Award is designed to foster productive student/faculty collaboration in scholarly endeavors. A beloved teacher, dean and president at SUNY Plattsburgh, Edward Redcay set up a major endowment fund to promote and recognize undergraduate student academic excellence in the behavioral sciences and in the honors program.
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Aprol 2011: Clarkson University Lab First to Beta Test State-of-the-art Fluorescent Microscope [From Clarkson University News]
A Clarkson University laboratory is one of the first to beta test the Etaluma LumaScope, a new state-of-the art fluorescence microscope.
Etaluma of Carlsbad, Calif., has provided the microscope without cost to the Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratory of Assistant Professor of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science Costel Darie, which will soon begin to implement it.
Darie's lab studies the role of tumor differentiation factor (TDF), a new pituitary hormone, in breast and prostate cells under both physiological (pregnancy and development) and pathological (cancer) conditions.
The lab also studies serum biomarkers in men and women with various types of cancer and in children with autistic spectrum disorders.
The lab will use the microscope for fluorescent immunocytochemistry, to aid in the identification of oncological and neurobiological protein biomarkers and their targets. The LumaScope will be available to users from the departments of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science and Biology.
Etaluma Inc. is a privately held life sciences company focused on bringing analytical and diagnostic instrumentation to a greater spectrum of users by decreasing the cost and complexity of these devices and encouraging the open-source development of applications for their use.
Read more about the Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratory at http://people.clarkson.edu/~cdarie . Read about the Etaluma LumaScope at http://www.etaluma.com/products/lumascope .
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March 2011: Clarkson University Sophomore Awarded Summer Fellowship at World Acclaimed Sloan-Kettering Cancer Research Center [ From Clarkson University News]
Clarkson University sophomore Martin W. LaFleur of Potsdam, N.Y., has been selected to participate in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program at the Gerstner Sloan-Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.
LaFleur, a biomolecular science and biology double major, is one of only 24 students from around the nation chosen for this intensive, ten-week program.
LaFleur’s career goal is to become an oncology researcher. “This provides the perfect environment and opportunity for me to take a large step toward my goal of someday doing cancer research as a career,” he says.
As part of the fellowship program, he will have an opportunity to work alongside a prominent cancer researcher and obtain hands-on experience in cutting-edge biomedical research. Specific focuses for the fellowship participants include cell-cell interactions, drug development, and tumor immunology.
LaFleur already has extensive lab experience at Clarkson working with Biomolecular Science Professor Costel Darie to find novel prostate cancer biomarkers. He is also currently investigating the effect the tumor differentiation factor protein has on MCF7 breast cancer cells.
He is also a tutor for biology, chemistry, and calculus, and an undergraduate teaching assistant in a general chemistry laboratory.
LaFleur is not the first Clarkson student to participate in the summer cancer research program at the Sloan-Kettering Institute. Adam Searleman ’06 was also awarded this honor as an undergraduate at Clarkson. He is currently enrolled in the M.D./Ph.D. program at Washington University in St. Louis.
Dr. Bayard D. Clarkson Sr., a member of the Clarkson University board of trustees, is an oncologist and hematologist at Sloan-Kettering. He has been researching cancer for more than 50 years.
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Kelly Wormwood joins the Protein Chemistry & Proteomics lab. Welcome, Kelly!
Izabela Sokolowska presents her research as both oral and poster presentation at the ACS symposium, held at SUNY Potsdam.
Melissa Butkiewicz presents her research as both oral and poster presentation at the 13th Symposium on Undergraduate Research Experiences (SURE) Conference at Clarkson University. Melissa also presents her research as a poster presentation at the ACS symposium, held at SUNY Potsdam.
Melissa Butkiewicz is the winner for oral presentation at the 13th Symposium on Undergraduate Research Experiences (SURE) Conference at Clarkson University. Congratulations, Melissa!
Rama Yakubu presents his research as both oral and poster presentation at the 13th SURE Conference at Clarkson University. Rama also presents his research as a poster presentation at the ACS symposium, held at SUNY Potsdam.
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Marty LaFleur presents his research as a poster presentation at the 13th SURE Conference at Clarkson University. Marty also presents a poster at the ACS symposium, held at SUNY Potsdam.
November 2010: Jeanette Dorler joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics lab. Jeanette will work on BN-PAGE serum biomarkers. Welcome to our lab, Jeanette! Welcome to the Proteomics World!
November 2010: Jessica Wagner and Ann Marie S. Selva
joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics lab.
Jessica and Ann Marie will work initially as volunteers and starting
next semester, they will work on a directed study/research. Welcome to
our lab, Jessica and Ann Marie! Welcome to the Protein World!
October 2010: Dan Rivera joined the Biochemistry & Proteomics lab. Welcome, Dan!
October 2010: Rama Yakubu receives
2010 Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)/MinorityAccess
to Research Careers (MARC) Travel Award.
The Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)/MinorityAccess
to Research Careers (MARC) Program is pleased to announce selection of
Mr. Rama Yakubu for a FASEB MARC Program Poster/Oral Presentation Travel
Award. This award will allow Mr. Rama Yakubu to attend the Annual Biomedical
Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) meeting from November
10-13, 2010 in Charlotte, NC. The MARC Program Travel award is a component
of a federal grant from the Minority Access to Research Careers Program
of the National Institute of General Medical Sciences. The FASEB MARC
Program is offering travel awards of up to $1,850 to defray lodging, air,
ground transportation, and meeting registration. Congratulations, Rama!
June 2010: Dr. Thomas A. Neubert
donated a TofSpec-2E MALDI-TOF mass spectrometer to Dr. Costel C. Darie.
Dr. Thomas A. Neubert, an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology
(http://saturn.med.nyu.edu/research/sb/neubertlab/)
and Director of the Protein Core Facility (http://saturn.med.nyu.edu/facilities/paf/),
Skirball Institute of Biomolecular Medicine, New York University Medical
Center donated a mass spectrometer to Dr. Costel C. Darie from Clarkson
University. The mass spectrometer is a Micromass TofSpec-2E Matrix Assisted
Laser Desorption Ionisation-Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF) instrument with
delayed extraction and ion reflector. Dr. Neubert was Dr. Darie's mentor
in the field of mass spectrometry of proteins and peptides (proteomics).
This instrument is capable to analyze very small amounts (low subpicomole
to femtomoles) amounts of compounds, either chemically synthesised or
biologically available, with very high accuracy (usually between 50-100
ppm). The range of analysis for this instrument is very large: it can
measure small molecular weight compounds (100-5000 Da) in reflectron mode
(50 ppm accuracy) and high molecular weight compounds (20-200 kDa) in
linear mode (100 ppm accuracy). The instrument is also capable of analyzing
compounds in both positive and negative mode, which makes it even more
versatile. In his lab, Dr. Darie mainly analyses peptides (small pieces
of proteins), either individual ones (for determination of their molecular
mass) or in a mixture, for identification of proteins through an approach
named peptide mass fingerprinting. Dr. Neubert's lab studies proteins
and their roles in cellular signaling events. "While great strides in
understanding intracellular signal transduction have been made in recent
years by using molecular biological techniques, we feel that a more complete
understanding of the dynamics of intracellular decision-making processes
can be gained only by studying the proteins directly. We use mass spectrometry
as the main tool for our studies because of the wide variety of information
about protein structure it can provide while requiring only small amounts
of protein for analysis". (http://www.med.nyu.edu/biosketch/neubet01/research).
One of Dr. Neubert's lab members, Mr. Steven Blais, helped Dr. Darie to
set up the MALDI-TOF MS instrument. In addition, Mr. Jason W.D. Watson,
Senior Field Service Engineer and one of the members of technical support
from Waters Corporation, US offices (http://www.waters.com/),
helped Dr. Darie to troubleshoot and set up the MALDI-TOF MS instrument.
Both are still giving Dr. Darie advice and technical advice about the
instrument. Thank you, Steven, thank you, Jason, thank you, Tom.
June 2010: from the Clarkson Magazine: "When he enrolled in the Clarkson School (TCS) last fall, Marty LaFleur was "almost positive" he would transfer to another university following his year in the special "bridging program" that enables high school students to begin full-time college early. However, once he began taking classes, Marty not only relished the academic challenges, but also thrived in the residential campus environment. And thus, somewhat to his own surprise, he decided to continue at Clarkson University to complete an undergraduate degree in biomolecular science. A straight-A scholar who hopes to pursue a medical career as an oncologist, Marty has already undertaken cancer research alongside faculty as part of the School's summer research program. He typifies the kind of ambitious, talented student traditionally attracted to TCS. But his desire to remain at the University also exemplifies an increasingly evident trend: the proportion of TCS students who choose to stay at Clarkson has expanded from a third to more than half. This phenomenon reflects the University's broadening of academic options, its rising reputation, and the magnetic power of its remarkably supportive, close-knit campus community". Full article at: http://www.clarkson.edu/alumni_magazine/summer2010/clarkson_school.html
May 2010: Christopher Talbot receives the Edward D. Sayer
Memorial Award
(Clarkson University 2010 Award from The Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular
Science). Congratulations, Chris!
March 2010: Rama Yakubu receives
2010 UNCF-Merck Undergraduate Science Research Scholarship Award.
Rama Yakubu, a junior Biomolecular Science major and member of the Honors
Program at Clarkson, has been named a UNCF-Merck Undergraduate Fellow
for the 2010-2011 academic year. This prestigious award includes an academic
scholarship along with research internships in Merck labs for the 2010
and 2011 summers. Rama has been involved in research his entire time at
Clarkson and is currently working with Prof Costel Darie in the Department
of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science on a projects involving screening
for serum biomarkers. In one project Rama is screening for inflammation
detection using novel biochemical and proteomics approaches. In another
Rama is monitoring two serum proteins as biomarkers for cell differentiation
and cell proliferation in sera from patients with various forms of cancer.
Portions of his work will be presented at the North East Regional Meeting
of the American Chemical Society in Potsdam, New York, this summer, and
at the up-coming meeting of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry
in Salt Lake City, Utah. Rama will be finishing his B.S. degree at Clarkson
in May 2011. Congratulations, Rama!
January 2010: Christopher Talbot has been accepted in
the graduate program in anatomy at Case Western Reserve University.
Congratulations, Chris!
The instrument has been purchased by Dr. Darie, together with Dr. Artem Melman, Associate Professor in the Department Of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science, Clarkson University. The instrument is being used by the lab members of Dr. Darie for proteomics work and by Dr. Melman for investigation of anti-cancer compounds using chemical synthesis.
The collaborative discount has been made possible through willingness
of various people from different academic and industrial settings to
help. Therefore, we would like to thank Dr. Cliff Timpson from Roger
Williams University (http://faculty.rwu.edu/ctimpson/index.htm)
and Mr./Ms./Dr. Michael Balloch, Catalin Doneanu, Tim Mascal, Todd Boyer,
David Chamberlin, Scott Nichols, Cathy Bolland, Joanne Boland, Janet
Gallager, Laura Mulderig, Nathan Vanderlan, Sean McCarthy & Charles
Pragnell from Waters Corporation, US offices (http://www.waters.com/ ) and Keith Compson & Cristian Cojocariu from Waters Corporation, UK
offices (http://www.waters.com/.
Special thanks are to be addressed to Ms. Laura Mulderig that was able
to coordinate the process of collaborative work among all these people
and made the purchase and installation of the QTOF MS possible. Thank
you, Laura, thank you all! We owe you a good quality spectrum.
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07 Sep 2009
Darie Appointed Assistant Professor of Biochemistry at Clarkson University [From Clarkson University News]
[A photograph for media use is available at http://www.clarkson.edu/news/photos/darie.jpg ]
Costel C. Darie has been appointed assistant professor of chemistry and biomolecular science at Clarkson University.He began teaching last month.
Darie received his bachelor of science and master of science degrees in biochemistry at Cuza University in Romania, and his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of Freiburg in Germany. Darie also received a nursing degree at Vaslui County Hospital, Romania.
Before coming to Clarkson, Darie was a postdoctoral associate at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, a research scientist at the Skirball Institute at New York University and an associate scientist at Mount Sinai.
His research interests include protein-protein interactions, cellular signaling, cancer, serum biomarkers, proteomics and immunotherapy.
Darie has coauthored 17 professional articles and has had a number of abstracts, posters and oral presentations. He is a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Chemical Society, the American Society for Mass Spectrometry, the Romanian Society for Mass Spectrometry and the New York Academy of Sciences.
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