Dr. Shoahua Xu
Associate Professor
Biology Department, College of Science
Chemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering
Educational Background
Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Purdue University, 1989
BS in Biochemistry, Nanjing University, China 1983
Professional Experience
After coming to the United States in 1984, Dr. Xu received his Ph.D then completed post-doctoral training in the Physics Department at the University of California, San Diego. In 1992, he joined the University of Chicago as an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine to develop atomic force microscopy (AFM) for biomedical applications. Dr. Xu was able to apply AFM to many areas of biomedical research and has made numberous contributions to lipoprotein, amyloid fiber research as well as to the development of AFM techniques. In 2002, he joined the Pathology Department at the University of Pennsylvania as a senior research investigator. Using AFM and TEM, Dr. Xu identified most of the important intermediates in tau protein aggregation involved in Alzheimer’s disease. In 2004, he joined Florida Space Research Institute at Kennedy Space Center and Florida Institute of Technology to continue his work in applying molecular imaging tools to important biomedical and biological problems.
Hobbies/Interest
Sport fishing, rollerblading, ice skating, downhill skiing, cannoning, swimming, trail hiking/walking, camping, tennis, badminton, ping-pong, volleyball, cooking, cards, chess, poems, music, and singing karaoke.
Chia-Hung "Richard" Lu
Educational Information
Masters of Science, Chemical Engineering, December 2011
Bachelors of Science, Chemical Engineering, Ming Chi University of Technology, Taiwan, 2004
Professional Interests
After graduation, Richard would like to have a career in the biochemical/biomedical industry conducting research. For Richard, research is exciting because often he is often suprised by the results he recieves and it keeps him interested. Everyday Richard works hard, and belives in never giving up and the teamwork spirit.
Hobbies/Interests
bowling, badminton, soccer, basketball, billiards, cooking, photography, computer fitting and movies
Jonathan Janson
Educational Information
Masters of Science, Biotechnology, December 2011
Bachelors of Science, Computer Engineering, May 2008
Professional Interests
After graduation, Jonathan looks forward to working in industry utilizing both disciplines.
Hobbies/Interests
skiing, surfing, hiking, and science
Kathryn Holder
Educational Background
Masters of Science, Biological Sciences, May 2012
Bachelors of Science, Chemical Engineering, University of New Mexico, May 2008
Professional Interests
Upon graduation from Florida Tech, Kathryn desires to continue researching diseases that greatly affect the world. Her desire to provide hope and relief to families stems from watching her grandparents suffer from Alzheimer’s. Kathryn would like to pursue a Ph.D in Pathology with focus on neurodegenerative diseases.
Hobbies/Interests
Surfing, snowboarding, arts and crafts, singing, cooking, exercising, spending time with husband and dogs (Sam and Daisy)
Fayez Alsulaimani
Educational Information
Masters of Science, Biotechnology, May 2012
Bachelors of Science, Medical Technology, King Abdul Aziz University, May 2007
Professional Interests
After graduation, Fayez would like to obtain his Ph.D. in Microbial Biotechnology. Once he has completed his graduate work, Fayez would like to conduct research in the field of bio-fuels and environmental research.
Hobbies/Interests
snowboarding, watching Formula 1 racing, and soccer
Sam Breit
Educational Information
Masters of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology, May 2013
Bachelors of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology and PreMedicine, May 2011
Professional Interests
Sam would like to continue his education with pursuing a PhD. Ultimately Sam would like to continue conducting research on protein structure and function.
Hobbies/Interests
Surfing, basketball, traveling, skating, reading, surfing, hanging out wih his dog Lucky, drawing, painting, surfing, golfing, and anything outdoors
Tiffany Teske
Educational Information
Bachelors of Science, Pre-medicine and Molecular Biology, May 2012
Professional Interests
After graduating, Tiffany would like to pursue an MD specializing in either neurology or oncology. She is fascinated with human diseases and loves using Atomic Force Microscopy to make beautiful images.
Hobbies/Interests
cooking, baking, painting, biking, swimming, volleyball, football, spending time with my family, and reading
Megan Cronin
Educational Background
Bachelors of Science, Pre-medicine, May 2012
Professional Interest
Megan would like to attend medical school after graduating from Florida Tech. She is unsure what her specialty would be, but looks forward to a long and successful career in the field of medicine.
Hobbies/Interest
Intermural sports, movies, reading and baking.
