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Cristina Sanchez de Diego
City Coordinator
I am a scientist at UW-Madison’s Microtechnology, Medicine, and Biology Lab, developing microphysiological systems (MPS) to study diseases. After earning my PhD in bone biology at the University of Barcelona, I now focus on MPS to understand prostate cancer metastasis to the bone and improve future …
Ania Bialic
City Coordinator
Ania Bialic is a public engagement professional and microbiologist who is extremely passionate about bringing science to the people. She has degrees in Biochemistry and Immunology and is currently working towards her PhD in Microbiology at the University of Wisconsin.
Alexis Adrian
Event Manager
I am a pharmacology graduate student at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. I completed my BA degree in Chemistry in Minnesota and I am passionate about interdisciplinary science. I have actively participated in community science outreach since my first year of undergraduate and am looking forwar…
Paige Henning
Event Manager
I am a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. My research focuses on the biochemistry of plant hormones and their roles in flower development. Outside of the lab, I enjoy gaming, socializing, and relaxing with a glass of wine and my cats.
Anna Pieper
Event Manager
I’m an ecologist in training, fascinated by the multitude of interactions between nature, species, and the impact of humans. In the places I’ve lived I have found cool people to share a joy for science with! I like being outdoors no matter the weather and creating new things - baking, art, music...
Lizzie Horton
Event Manager
I am a postdoctoral scientist in the department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology. I have a PhD from the University of Oxford in Immunology. My current research centers around how non-immune cells, such as the cells lining your nose and throat, are able to defend themselves against influenza vi…
Jenn Bal
Event Manager
Jenn Bal is a PhD student in Curriculum and Instruction at UW-Madison studying the intersection of arts, health, and education. She works at UW-Madison as a Communications & Outreach Manager. This is her first year participating in Pint of Science.