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Christopher Griffin
Citiy Coordinator
I’m a chemical biologist at University of Oregon studying the interactions of metal complexes with the cell’s nucleolus. I’ve been involved in science communication initiatives and am excited to be part of the Pint of Science team in Eugene! Outside lab, I love spending time outdoors and playing soc…
Katelyn Alley
Event Manager
PhD student in chemistry at the University of Oregon (DeRose Lab). I study how platinum compounds impact nucleolar structure in cancer. Using microscopy, chemical biology, and data analysis, I explore complex biology. Passionate about outreach and mentoring future scientists.
Iman von Briesen
Event Manager
I am a PhD candidate in Bioengineering specializing in 3D printing microfiber structures for biomedical applications, and I am passionate about STEM outreach and communication. I am very excited to help bring Pint of Science to Eugene and share the science happening at UO with our community.
Mary Ruth Shifflett
Event Manager
As a biochemistry doctoral student at the University of Oregon, I study molecular mechanisms of proteins that control cell division. I also engage in a variety of STEM outreach events to increase science literacy in all communities.