Dr. Pavel has served as a research mentor and chemistry faculty for 15+ years. Her research has been recognized by the American Chemical Society Omega in the "Women at the Forefront of Chemistry" issue. In her personal time, Ioana enjoys spending time with her family, friends, students, and being outdoors.

I am currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in Chemistry under the collaborative advising of Dr. Ioana Pavel and Dr. Gregory Buck, while completing an apprenticeship with BASF pharmaceuticals. I have laboratory work experience in the petrochemical and manufacturing industry. I hope to further my knowledge in analytical chemistry and instrumentation to ultimately become an industrial chemist.

I am a native Washingtonian with a dream of having my own rehab facility for both marine and terrestrial wildlife, my background is in wildlife ecology/conservation and marine ecology/society. I plan to have a long professional career with NOAA doing ecological research and working with endangered species.

My research interests are in water quality and developing methods for the detection of inorganic and organic hazardous contaminants of fresh and sea water.

I graduated from Baylor University with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Biochemistry. I’m especially interested in microbiology, infectious and chronic diseases, and how molecular techniques can be applied to clinically relevant research. Outside the lab, I love painting animals and spending time with my bunny, Cupid.

My current research is on using silver nanoparticles for efficient drug delivery of antibiotic and anticancer drug. My long-term plan is to do advanced research on cancer therapy.

I graduated from the University of San Antonio with a B.S. in Biology, focusing on microbiology & organic chemistry. I later completed the A.S. programs in Process Technology and Environmental/Petrochemical Laboratory Technician at Del Mar college. I have extensive past experience in zoology, horticulture, medicine education and marine water chemistry.

My research focuses on examining the ecological and evolutionary implications of long-term exposure to contamination in marsh plants and microbial communities. Outside of graduate school, I am an avid gamer (board games and video games) and collect plants and mushrooms.

I am an Honors undergraduate student and Ronald E. McNair Scholar pursuing a B.S. in Biochemistry. My research interests include using cell culture to investigate the impacts of nanotechnology-based applications on cellular behaviors and functions. My goal is to pursue a Ph.D. in Cancer Biology. Outside of the lab, I spend my time working as a math tutor at the community college and volunteering at a local free clinic.

I am an honors undergraduate biochemistry student, research assistant, nationally certified Emergency Medical Technician, and aspiring physician with training and knowledge in lab practices and emergency medicine. I am excited to further the field of medicine through my contributions to the underserved and through my research on nano-applications to anticancer drugs.

I am pursuing research opportunities in healthy environmental practices and medicinal plants as part of Dr. Pavel's team. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors and drawing. 

I am currently working under the guidance of Kyra Kaiser on research focused on the development of alternative antimicrobial agents to address bacterial antibiotic resistance. I aim to apply the technical and personal skills gained through my involvement with Pavel Lab to my future independent research and my professional aspirations of attending medical school after graduation and obtain a degree in medicine.

I am currently researching the presence of heavy metals in bottlenose dolphins and exploring the implications of these findings for human health. I plan to pursue higher education in marine biology, building on the lab and field techniques I’ve gained in Dr. Pavel’s and Dr. Orbach’s research labstion goes here

Mu current goal is to expand my knowledge in analytical chemistry instrumentation. I plan to apply to the M.S. in Chemistry Program after graduation to prepare for employment as an industrial chemist.

I am interested in acquiring a comprehensive understanding of water quality testing, along with broadening my overall knowledge about water’s public health implications.