Xihang Wang
Team Lead
Major: Biological Sciences and Economics
Hometown: West Windsor, NJ
Xihang Wang
Hello! I joined iGEM because it combines research and engineering with entrepreneurship, and I love the enthusiasm that everyone shows when working together to solve problems using biology. Besides iGEM, I am also involved with Science Olympiad @ Cornell and plant research. Outside of school, I enjoy bowling, walking around Beebe Lake, and raising chickens in my backyard.
Margaret Keymakh
Wet Lab Co-Lead
Major: Biological Sciences
Hometown: New York, NY
Margaret Keymakh
I joined iGEM because it gives such a unique opportunity to collaborate with my peers and build a project from the ground up. I look forward to applying the skills I learn in any future research endeavors, and am so excited that this team has provided a platform that allows undergraduates to build confidence and independence in the bioengineering field. Outside of iGEM, I am a tour guide on campus and a member of the Cornell International Affairs Society. In my free time, I like painting, baking, and listening to podcasts.
Deniz Sinar
Wet Lab Co-Lead
Major: Biological Engineering
Hometown: Commack, NY
Deniz Sinar
Hi, I'm Deniz! I joined iGEM because I'm interested in doing synthetic biology research in the future. I love that in iGEM, all of our project ideas are student-based, and everyone on our team is so friendly! Outside of iGEM, I'm involved in Cornell Science Olympiad. In my free time, I enjoy learning new languages, listening to R&B, and cooking eggs!
Sophia Windemuth
Wet Lab
Major: Biomedical Engineering and CS
Hometown: Boston, MA
Sophia Windemuth
I am affectionately known as "Mom" in iGEM as well as literally ever other social circle I have. I do crew on the club rowing team and have a tendency to procrasti-bake. I joined iGEM to get the opportunity as an undergraduate to create a tangible product using synthetic biology. I love how in iGEM, we pursue ideas regarding just about any real-world application the team can think of, so the possibilities are limitless.
Lucas Evans
Wet Lab
Major: Biological Sciences and Psychology
Hometown: Madison, WI
Lucas Evans
Hey, I'm Lucas. I was the 2019-2020 Team Lead of iGEM and am currently a member of the Wet Lab subteam. iGEM means a lot to me, and I would say that the #1 thing that I've taken away from my experience on the team so far is how to be an effective leader. This includes proper communication, designing team agenda, and staying on top of responsibilities. Outside of Cornell iGEM, I perform research on campus and I like to exercise and play video games in my free time (especially Super Smash Bros).
Jackson Bauer
Wet Lab
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Hometown: Mount Laurel, NJ
Jackson Bauer
I am currently a junior studying Biomedical Engineering. The iGEM team has been a great way for me to explore the practical applications of the genetics knowledge that I've gained through my coursework. Outside of iGEM, I am an undergraduate researcher in the lab of Dr. John Schimenti where I assist with projects related to cancer and fertility genetics. I love to spend my free time playing paintball, flag football, and bowling.
Daniel Morgan
Wet Lab
Major: Biological Engineering
Hometown: Potomac, MD
Daniel Morgan
Hi my name is Daniel Morgan and I'm a Sophomore studying Biological Engineering. I joined iGEM because I wanted to build upon foundational lab skills that will allow me to one day use genetic material to make a positive impact on my community and society as a whole. Outside of iGEM, I enjoy improving my skills on the slope with the Alpine Ski Team and being a social chair of Pi Kappa Alpha.
Abraham Sinfort
Wet Lab
Major: Biological Sciences
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Meera Ramesh
Wet Lab
Major: Computer Science
Hometown: Boxborough, MA
Meera Ramesh
Hi, I'm Meera! I joined iGem because I was fascinated with the creative real-world applications of synthetic biology. The iGem team at Cornell is so interdisciplinary and inclusive, fostering such a welcoming and productive community. In my free time, I like to dance, sing, and listen to music, especially R&B.
Jacob Novozhenets
Wet Lab
Major: Biological Engineering
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Jacob Novozhenets
Hi, my name is Jacob and I'm a freshman biological engineering major in CALS. I joined iGEM because I wanted to gain some experience with synthetic biology, meet new people, and work as part of a creative and collaborative team. Outside of iGEM, I love hiking, swimming, reading and having too many plants.
Mingyang Xu
Wet Lab
Major: Biology and Society
Hometown: Beijing, China
Mingyang Xu
I am currently a freshman majoring in Biology and Society in CALS. I have prior experience with iGEM in high school (@BHSF_ND) in 2019 and want to continue this wonderful adventure in synthetic biology at my university. I am looking forward to collaborating with my talented peers and use powerful bacteria to change the world. Outside of iGEM, I am a member of Epsilon Nu Tau (ENT) Cornell and Social Enterprise Cornell. In my free time, I like playing basketball, watching birds, reading books, and cooking.
Ishmat Hoque
Wet Lab
Major: Biological Sciences
Hometown: Queens, NY
Ishmat Hoque
Greetings, my name's Ishmat and I'm a part of wet lab. Something I really appreciate about iGEM is its interdisciplinary nature. Everyone on the team has the opportunity to work on various aspects of the project without being limited by which subteam they're on. Outside of classes & iGEM, I enjoy reading and finding the best burger places in town.
