CURRENT LAB MEMBERS

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Daniela Fera, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Biochemistry
​email: dfera1@swarthmore.edu
Office: SCI 290
Lab: SCI 293
​C.V.

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Undergraduate Researchers

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Daniel Naagaard '24 

I am a Biochemistry and Computer Science double major originally from Gothenburg, Sweden but now living in Bethesda, MD. In the lab I am currently investigating binding affinities between protein kinases and the ways that understanding these interactions can help identify target sites for future medications. Outside of the lab you can find me practicing with the Swarthmore Swim Team, long-boarding with friends, or trying to improve my coffee and latte art. 

Eleanor Streeper '26

I am a prospective biochemistry major from Needham, Massachusetts. I am currently researching how mutations to the spike protein of HIV affect binding to antibodies. Outside of the lab, I enjoy being a part of the Swarthmore volleyball team, hanging out with friends, and going on walks with my dog Rhino.

Aaron Thammavongxay '25

I am a biochemistry major with a music and Asian studies double minor from Bergenfield, New Jersey. My research focuses on the activity of MEK and ERK kinase variants across different species and their effects on immune-related function. Outside of the lab, I enjoy playing ultimate frisbee as a member of the Swarthmore Earthworms, making new Spotify playlists, drinking copious amounts of coffee, and cooking for friends!

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LAB ALUMNI

Molly Erdman '23
​Quynn Hotan '23
Sabrina Lin '23
Ming (David) Ye '23
​Max Finkelstein '22
​Gwen Glatz '22
Emma Parker Miller '22
Tammy Pham '24
​Paul Seth '23
Hussain Zaidi '22
​Pearl Zhang '22
​Sarah Leonard '21
Adam Mermelstein '21
​Erik-Stephane Stancofski '21
Naomi Bronkema '20
​Emilie Morse '20
​Julia Morriss '19
​Diep Nguyen '19
​Therese Ton '19
​Jeffrey Zhou '19