Mike earned his PhD from UMass Chan Medical School, where he gained extensive research experience working with a variety of research models. He later joined the Wu Lab as a Lab Manager, contributing his expertise to the lab's work. Outside of the lab, Mike enjoys playing badminton, playing the piano, and hiking.

I'm Shukla Sarkar, a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular immunology from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Japan. My research explored JunB's role in CD8 T cell responses. I’m skilled in flow cytometry, qPCR, Western blotting, RNA sequencing, and data analysis. Passionate about immuno-metabolism and bioinformatics, I've contributed to impactful projects and publications. I enjoy mentoring students, science communication, and connecting with my roots through Indian music and dance. Fluent in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Telugu, I'm dedicated to advancing biosciences.

Jussekia is a proud graduate from UMass Boston with a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry. Outside of her research pursuits, you can find Jussekia watching thriller movies or exploring the city for the best new eateries. One day, she  hopes to open her own crêperie, blending her passion for food and creativity!