Group Leader
Prof. Tim Storr
Tim Storr obtained his B.Sc. from the University of Victoria and his Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia in 2005 working with Prof. Chris Orvig. He then pursued postdoctoral studies with Prof. T. Daniel P. Stack at Stanford studying metalloenzyme mimics. In 2008 he joined the faculty at Simon Fraser University where his inorganic chemistry research program targets the development of bimetallic systems for catalysis, and the investigation of site-directed therapeutics for neurodegenerative disease. He constantly attempts to keep track of all the great people listed below!
Tim Storr obtained his B.Sc. from the University of Victoria and his Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia in 2005 working with Prof. Chris Orvig. He then pursued postdoctoral studies with Prof. T. Daniel P. Stack at Stanford studying metalloenzyme mimics. In 2008 he joined the faculty at Simon Fraser University where his inorganic chemistry research program targets the development of bimetallic systems for catalysis, and the investigation of site-directed therapeutics for neurodegenerative disease. He constantly attempts to keep track of all the great people listed below!
Graduate Students:
Samyadeb Mahato - PhD Student
Samyadeb received his Integrated BS-MS degree in Chemistry from Indian institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata (IISER Kolkata). Back in summer of 2017, he did a project in the Storr Lab as a Mitacs Globalink Research Intern. The fond summer-memory largely inspired him to rejoin the Storr Group as a graduate student. His takes interest in understanding the catalytic activity of certain red-ox active transition metal complexes. Apart from academia, he likes to introduce himself as solivagant. He goes on treks whenever he can, to push his limits and to find solace in the hardship of life.
Samyadeb received his Integrated BS-MS degree in Chemistry from Indian institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata (IISER Kolkata). Back in summer of 2017, he did a project in the Storr Lab as a Mitacs Globalink Research Intern. The fond summer-memory largely inspired him to rejoin the Storr Group as a graduate student. His takes interest in understanding the catalytic activity of certain red-ox active transition metal complexes. Apart from academia, he likes to introduce himself as solivagant. He goes on treks whenever he can, to push his limits and to find solace in the hardship of life.
Kalvin Kwan - MSc Student
Kalvin received his B.Sc.degree in Chemistry and Biology in 2019 from Acadia University located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. After obtaining his B.Sc., Kalvin returned to British Columbia and decided to continue on with obtaining a M.Sc. in Chemistry at Simon Fraser University. Having joined the Storr Lab Group, his research involves the development of anticancer agents designed to target mutated DNA-binding proteins.
Kalvin received his B.Sc.degree in Chemistry and Biology in 2019 from Acadia University located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. After obtaining his B.Sc., Kalvin returned to British Columbia and decided to continue on with obtaining a M.Sc. in Chemistry at Simon Fraser University. Having joined the Storr Lab Group, his research involves the development of anticancer agents designed to target mutated DNA-binding proteins.
Lauryn Grcic - MSc Student
Lauryn received her BSc in forensic science from Tiffin University in northwest Ohio. While at university, she played varsity soccer and was a part of the student-athlete advising committee. After graduation, she took a year off to work and travel. She took a position as a lab tech at The Andersons Inc, an agricultural chem lab specializing in synthesized micronutrient liquids, where she performed research under Dr. Barry Fanning. During her year off, she also traveled all across the U.S in a tiny van visiting national parks. While at the Storr lab, she intends to focus her research on the p53 chemistry and protein aggregation projects. In her spare time, she loves hiking, fishing, skateboarding, and playing soccer!
Lauryn received her BSc in forensic science from Tiffin University in northwest Ohio. While at university, she played varsity soccer and was a part of the student-athlete advising committee. After graduation, she took a year off to work and travel. She took a position as a lab tech at The Andersons Inc, an agricultural chem lab specializing in synthesized micronutrient liquids, where she performed research under Dr. Barry Fanning. During her year off, she also traveled all across the U.S in a tiny van visiting national parks. While at the Storr lab, she intends to focus her research on the p53 chemistry and protein aggregation projects. In her spare time, she loves hiking, fishing, skateboarding, and playing soccer!
Jason Pulfer - MSc Student
Jason Pulfer graduated from Trinity Western in 2020 with a B.Sc. in Chemistry, performing undergraduate research under Dr. Chad Friesen. He is now a joint student with Tim and Chad and his research interests lie in the study of perfluoropolyalkyl ethers (PFPAEs) and other highly fluorinated materials for industrial applications in aerospace technologies, as well as catalytic ring opening of epoxides and oxetanes for polymerization applications. In his spare time Jason enjoys weightlifting, operating heavy equipment, and cooking.
Jason Pulfer graduated from Trinity Western in 2020 with a B.Sc. in Chemistry, performing undergraduate research under Dr. Chad Friesen. He is now a joint student with Tim and Chad and his research interests lie in the study of perfluoropolyalkyl ethers (PFPAEs) and other highly fluorinated materials for industrial applications in aerospace technologies, as well as catalytic ring opening of epoxides and oxetanes for polymerization applications. In his spare time Jason enjoys weightlifting, operating heavy equipment, and cooking.
Grace Leech - PhD Student
I received my BScH in Chemistry from Mount Allison University in 2023. Throughout my undergrad I spent my time playing varsity volleyball and researching the synthesis, electrochemistry and chemical reactivity of heteroleptic indium 2-amidophenolates under the supervision of Dr. Briand. Following graduation, I have joined the Storr lab where I plan to investigate amyloid-beta peptide aggregation via photoactivation of ruthenium II modulators. In my spare time I enjoy exercising, spending time with loved ones and watching really bad reality tv.
I received my BScH in Chemistry from Mount Allison University in 2023. Throughout my undergrad I spent my time playing varsity volleyball and researching the synthesis, electrochemistry and chemical reactivity of heteroleptic indium 2-amidophenolates under the supervision of Dr. Briand. Following graduation, I have joined the Storr lab where I plan to investigate amyloid-beta peptide aggregation via photoactivation of ruthenium II modulators. In my spare time I enjoy exercising, spending time with loved ones and watching really bad reality tv.
Megan Lee - MSc Student
Megan received her BScH in Chemistry from University of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. During her undergrad degree, she was doing undergraduate research on Vanadyl Thiocyanato Complexes under Dr. Hadzovic. She is now a joint student with Tim and Danny working on Manganese Phthalocyanine Derivatives. Outside of the lab, she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, but also travelling around the world to explore and experience new culture.
Megan received her BScH in Chemistry from University of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. During her undergrad degree, she was doing undergraduate research on Vanadyl Thiocyanato Complexes under Dr. Hadzovic. She is now a joint student with Tim and Danny working on Manganese Phthalocyanine Derivatives. Outside of the lab, she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, but also travelling around the world to explore and experience new culture.
Undergraduate Students:
Landy Liu - Chem 396
Landy is completing an USRA with Lauryn Grcic, focusing on characterizing anticancer therapeutics made by previous lab fellows. These therapeutics are intended to target p53, a DNA-binding proteins also known as the Guardian of the Genome. Outside the lab, Landy enjoys getting involved with student union work, ultimate frisbee, reading non-fiction, explore tourist attractions and hanging out with friends!
Landy is completing an USRA with Lauryn Grcic, focusing on characterizing anticancer therapeutics made by previous lab fellows. These therapeutics are intended to target p53, a DNA-binding proteins also known as the Guardian of the Genome. Outside the lab, Landy enjoys getting involved with student union work, ultimate frisbee, reading non-fiction, explore tourist attractions and hanging out with friends!
Omar Castro-Sandoval - USRA Student 2022 and 481 in the Fall of 2023!
Working with Kalvin Kwan, Omar is developing anticancer therapeutics intended to target DNA-binding proteins such as p53, the guardian of the genome. Outside the lab Omar enjoys watching UFC, boxing, playing soccer and basketball.
Working with Kalvin Kwan, Omar is developing anticancer therapeutics intended to target DNA-binding proteins such as p53, the guardian of the genome. Outside the lab Omar enjoys watching UFC, boxing, playing soccer and basketball.
Ashkan Saffari - CHEM 296
I am currently pursuing my honours degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, and I am taking CHEM296 with Kalvin, where I delve into the fascinating world of metal-binding affinities within multifunctional Metallochaperones for Mutant p53 reactivation. Outside the lab, I enjoy working out, travelling and spending time with my family and friends
I am currently pursuing my honours degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, and I am taking CHEM296 with Kalvin, where I delve into the fascinating world of metal-binding affinities within multifunctional Metallochaperones for Mutant p53 reactivation. Outside the lab, I enjoy working out, travelling and spending time with my family and friends
Oscar Chan - Chem 481
Working with Samyadeb Mahato, Oscar is focusing on altering the salen ligand donating properties to control Manganese Nitride activation. Outside of the lab Oscar enjoys hanging out with family and friends, watching movies and playing tennis.
Working with Samyadeb Mahato, Oscar is focusing on altering the salen ligand donating properties to control Manganese Nitride activation. Outside of the lab Oscar enjoys hanging out with family and friends, watching movies and playing tennis.
Past Members...gone but definitely not forgotten!
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Warren VandeVen Dr. Romain Kunert Dr. Nick Hein Dr. Khrystyna Herasymchuk Diego Martelino Janaina Bataglioli Dr. Jessica Miller Dr. Luiza Gomes Andy Yan-Cheng Camille Maunoir Dr. Jason Smith Dr. Ryan Clarke Marie Sabatou Helene Martin Hector Gonzalez Romain Kunert Sabrina Leichnitz Kris (Nick) Mihalic Sofiane Borsola Mariusz Mital Samydeb Mahato Maeve Herman Tiffany Jeen Ipsita Mohanty Chen Zhang Camila Vargas Garcia Prof. Chao-Feng Zhang Dustin Duncan Mathew Sutherland Alli Jussilia Callan Evans Christophe Mayer Makrum Guterres Prof. Misaki Nakai Dr. Michael Jones Dr. Rafael Viera Dr. Linus Chiang Dr. Christine Dyrager Meaghan Matthews Serena Rigo Emilie Mathieu Lucie Nurdin Adrian Woenckhaus Laura Nunes Lopes Tiffany Jeen Juan Alcantara Rachel Huang James Inkster Zavier Vaillancourt Laureline Lecarme Tim Dunn Zhezhen Li Erika Ng Ravi Neelakantan Kevin Ho Marie Hoarau Rafael Vieira Divina Tedeja Melissa Patel Erin Service Graeme Langille Karl Kuppers Rachelle Hudson Teela Narish Fatima Shahab Meijin Li Sangho (Paul) Lee Lara Ebert Curtis Simmonds Kevin Bozek Caterina Ramogida Khatera Hazin Rebecca Savoie Raji Gill Yoann Joyard Alisa Paterson Louise Guard Michelle Nguyen |
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