Daniel Arango
Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology
Postdoctoral Fellow. RNA Biology, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health
Ph.D. Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, The Ohio State University
B.S. Biology, Universidad de Antioquia
Daniel is from Medellin, Colombia, where he found his passion for biology research in Universidad de Antioquia. After receiving his Ph.D. from the Ohio State University, Daniel completed his postdoctoral training from the National Cancer Institute, where he became a leading scientist in the field of RNA biology with his influential research on the N4-acetylcytidine (ac4C) RNA modification. Outside of research, Daniel loves the outdoors, as he enjoys cycling, rock climbing and traveling.
Contact
Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University
Robert H Lurie Medical Research Center Room 7-119
303 E Superior St
Chicago, IL 60611
Office: 312-503-0732 / Lab: 312-503-1563
Email: daniel.arangotamayo@northwestern.edu
Mahmood Dalhat
Post-doctoral Fellow, Department of Pharmacology
Ph.D. Biochemistry, King Abdulaziz University
M.Sc. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, COMSATS University Islamabad
B.Sc. Biochemistry, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
Mahmood is a post-doctoral fellow from Zaria, Nigeria. His research interests include understanding the mechanism of cellular response to oxidative stress in relation to RNA acetylation. Outside of lab, Mahmood enjoys reading, traveling and watching sci-fi movies.
Email: mahmood.dalhat@northwestern.edu
Sweta Raikundalia
Post-doctoral Fellow, Department of Pharmacology
Ph.D. Cellular and Molecular Biology, Universiti Sains Malaysia
M.S. Forensic Nanobiotechnology, Gujurat Forensic Sciences University
B.S. Microbiology and Immunology, University of Mumbai
Sweta is a post-doctoral fellow from Mumbai, India. She interested in using RNA modifications to develop RNA-based therapeutic approaches in various cancers. Outside of lab, she likes to listen to BTS, read rom-coms, and watch her favorite bollywood movies.
Email: sweta.raikundalia@northwestern.edu
Kevin Vasquez
Ph.D. Student, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, McCormick School of Engineering
M.S. Chemical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin
B.S. Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Cornell University
Kevin is a third year Ph.D. student in the chemical engineering department. He was born in Medellín, Colombia but grew up in Malden, Massachusetts. His research aims to understand cellular stress response through genetic and epitranscriptomic signatures. By understanding the regulation of translation, we aim to develop novel cancer therapeutic approaches. Outside of research, Kevin loves learning languages and exploratory cooking experiences. He is also a huge meme enthusiast.
Email: kevinvasquez2026@u.northwestern.edu
Sharath Narayan
Ph.D. Student, Department of Pharmacology, Driskill Graduate Program
B.A. Molecular and Cellular Biology, Vanderbilt University
Sharath is a second year Ph.D. student in the Driskill graduate program. He is from Madison, Alabama. His current research centers on investigating the metabolic regulation of RNA acetylation. Outside of lab, Sharath is a trivia junkie. He also enjoys working out and watching food TV shows.
Email: sharath.narayan@northwestern.edu
Hannah Serio
Research Technologist, Department of Pharmacology
M.S. Bioinformatics, Loyola University Chicago (Ongoing)
B.S. Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Hannah, from Aurora, Illinois, is a research technologist with a focus on bioinformatics in the Arango lab. Her research interest focuses on leveraging computational analysis techniques to advance our understanding of cancer biology, aiming to enhance patient care. In her free time, she enjoys reading by Lake Michigan, practicing yoga, and watching movies!
Email: hannah.serio@northwestern.edu
Emmely Patrasso
Research Technologist, Department of Pharmacology
B.Sc. Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems
Emmely is a research technologist from Linz, Austria. She did her bachelor’s thesis research in the Arango lab as a visiting scholar and returned to further pursue her passion in RNA biology. Her research focuses on the cellular response to oxidative stress. Outside of lab, Emmely likes to spend time at the gym. She also loves reading, exploring the city, and white chocolate mochas (sometimes all together).
Email: emmely.patrasso@gmail.com
Adam Suh
Undergraduate Researcher, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, McCormick School of Engineering
B.S. Chemical & Biological Engineering, Northwestern University (Ongoing)
Adam is a fourth-year undergraduate student at Northwestern University from Natick, Massachusetts. His research interest lies in understanding the mechanism of RNA oxidation. Adam is ultimately interested in further pursuing research through medical or graduate school. Outside of lab, you can find Adam working out, running by Lake Michigan, playing golf, or cooking up his favorite meals.
Email: adamsuh2022@u.northwestern.edu
Past Members:
Max Guryan, Summer Intern
Daisy Zarco, Summer Undergraduate Student
Luke Tomzik. Research Technologist