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PRINCIPLE INVESTIGATOR
	Dr. Francis Lin, Ph.D. (Curriculum vitae) Assistant Professor, Department of Physics and Astronomy Assistant Professor, Department of Immunology (cross-appointment) Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (cross-appointment) Assistant Professor, Department of Biosystems Engineering (adjunct) Scientist, Manitoba Institute of Child Health Research Affiliate, Victoria Institute of Clinical Research and Evaluation (Vic R&E) Office: Allen 513 Tel: (204)474-9895 Fax: (204)474-7622 E-mail: flin@physics.umanitoba.ca
Francis (Yuan) did his Ph.D. with Drs. Noo Li Jeon and Steven P.Gross at the University of California, Irvine, mainly making microfluidic chips and watching white blood cells move under the microscope. He then moved up to north California and spent the next 4 years of his postdoc training in Dr. Eugene Butcher's lab at Stanford University School of Medicine. While in Eugene's lab, Francis continued to play with immune cells by doing experiments and running computer simulations. He has also been playing basketball with his talented colleagues. In December 2008, Francis decided to keep moving north and continue his career of studying immune cells in his own lab at the University of Manitoba. While not at work, Francis enjoys various kinds of sports and is a big fan of Chinese Calligraphy. Francis is a graduate of Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (B.S.) and California State University, Fullerton (M.S.).

CURRENT MEMBERS
	Dr. Dan Wu, Ph.D. Postdoc Fellow MHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2011-2013) Office: Allen 511 Tel: (204)474-8983 Fax: (204)474-7622 E-mail: dan@physics.umanitoba.ca
Dan did her Ph.D with Prof. Ya Jia at Huazhong Normal University, China. Her graduate research mainly focused on mathematical modeling of calcium signaling dynamics in biological systems. After she got her Ph.D, she served as a lecturer in the College of Physics, Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China, and she extended her research on mathematical modeling to stem cells-based strategies for cancer therapy. As a postdoc fellow in Francis' lab, Dan is combining quantitative modeling, computer simulations as well as experimental approaches to explore the cellular mechanisms of cell migration. In her spare time, Dan is fond of swimming, badminton, jogging, traveling, singing, and she would like to try new wonderful things. .
	Mr. Saravanan Nandagopal, M.Tech. Ph.D. candidate (co-advised by Dr. David Levin) MHRC Graduate Student Fellowship (2010-2012) University of Manitoba Graduate / Duff Roblin Fellowship (2012-2013) Office: Allen 501 Tel: (204)272-1630 Fax: (204)474-7622 E-mail:sarans@physics.umanitoba.ca
Saravanan completed his Bachelor Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Annamalai University) and Masters in Biochemical Engineering (Banaras Hindu University). He is currently doing his doctoral research in Francis' lab, focusing on a combintorial guidance model for T cell migration and trafficking. While not at work, Saravanan enjoys playing cricket and swimming. .

	Mr. Jiandong Wu, M.Sc. Ph.D. student (co-advised by Dr. David Levin) MHRC Graduate Student Fellowship (2012-2014) Office: Allen 501 Tel: (204)272-1630 Fax: (204)474-7622 E-mail:wujd@physics.umanitoba.ca
Jiandong obtained his Bachelor’s degree with the specialty of Electronic Information Engineering at the Special Class for the Gifted Young (University of Science and Technology of China), and the Master’s degree in Detection Technology and Automatic Equipment at Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Then he worked in Samsung Semiconductor (China) R&D Co.,Ltd as a software engineer and his major work was to develop device drives for the smartphone. In July 2011, Jiandong decided to start a new journey in Francis’ lab at University of Manitoba. His current research focuses on developing compact and integrated multifunctional microfluidic systems for biological and biomedical applications. In his spare time Jiandong enjoys watching movies and listening music, and soccer is his favorite sport.
	Ms. Xun Wu, B.Sc. M.Sc. student (co-advised by Dr. Aaron Marshall) Office: Allen Physics 314 & 4th floor Apotex Centre Tel: (204)272-1630 Fax: (204)474-7622 E-mail:gracexgreen@gmail.com
Xun (Grace) obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Medicine at Anhui Medical University, China. She is currently working in Francis' lab as a M.Sc. student and is co-supervised by Dr. Aaron Marshall. Her research focuses on the guiding mechanisms for lymphocyte migration and trafficking in secondary lymphoid tissues. In her spare time, Xun enjoys playing violin, watching movies, reading novels, drawing pictures and cooking.
	Ms. Kanmani Natarajan, M.Tech. M.Sc. student Faculty of Science Scholarship (2012-2014) Office: Allen Physics 314 Tel: (204)272-1630 Fax: (204)474-7622 E-mail: kanmani@physics.umanitoba.ca
Kanmani obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry (Bhaktavatsalam College) and Master’s degree in Biotechnology (Jaya College) at Madras University. She then entered the field of e-publishing and worked as a copyeditor at Newgen Imaging Systems for book publishers including Springer and Continuum, and journals like BMJ and Informa Healthcare. Kanmani’s current research in Dr. Lin’s lab involves stem cell based studies as well as immune cell migration related projects.
	Mr. Darlington Ogundu Undergraduate student E-mail:umogundu@cc.umanitoba.ca
Darlington is currently an undergraduate student in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Manitoba and he plans to focus his study on Biomedical Engineering. In Francis' Lab, Darlington is working on developing a high-throughput microfluidic device for more efficient cell migration analysis. Darlington enjoys singing, playing guitar, pingpong, watching and playing soccer, travelling, camping, listening to a wide range of music and trying new exciting things.
	Mr. Vivake Umadat Undergraduate student E-mail:umumadav@cc.umanitoba.ca
	Ms. Chantal Tian Undergraduate student E-mail: umtianc@cc.umanitoba.ca
	Ms. Rundi Zhang High School Student E-mail:rundi_zhang@hotmail.com
Rundi is currently a grade 11 high school student at Fort Richmond Collegiate. At school, Rundi is interested in Biology and Math and she is also involved in leadership, wind ensemble and choir. In the future, Rundi wants to pursue a career in medicine and she is spending time in Francis' lab to obtain first hand experience in science research. In Rundi's spare time, she likes to dance, bike and play badminton at the Wildewood club.
	Mr. Vrushil Patel High School Student E-mail: vrushilp@gmail.com
.PREVIOUS MEMBERS
	Ms. Jing Li, M.Sc. M.Sc. in Physics, Jul. 2009 ~ Aug. 2012 Faculty of Science Scholarship (2010) MHRC Graduate Student Fellowship (2010-2012) Current Position: Santa Cruz Biotechnology Inc., China E-mail: jing@physics.umanitoba.ca
Jing Li obtained her Bachelor‘s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), China. During her M.Sc. study in Dr. Lin's lab, she developed microfluidic devices for studying T cell migration in single or superimposed chemical gradients and electric fields. While not at work, Jing enjoys various kinds of things such as traveling, music, movies, and she is also a big fan of the poems and the verses of the ancient China.
	Mr. Nitin Wadhawan Undergraduate student with NSERC Award (co-advised by Dr. Beni Sahai), Summer 2010 Undergraduate student with FOS Award, Summer 2011 Technician, Sep. 2011 ~ Mar. 2012 Current Position: Undergraduate student, University of Manitoba E-mail:nwadhawan99@gmail.com
Nitin is a final year Science undergraduate student at the University of Manitoba. He has been doing summer research in Francis' lab in 2010 and 2011 with a NSERC Award and a Faculty of Science Undergraduate Student Research Award respectively. Nitin worked as student technician in Francis' lab from Sept. 2011 to Mar. 2012. His research project focused on studying the migration of different cell types using microfluidic devices. Upon graduation from the university, Nitin plans to to enter the Faculty of Medicine and achieve his M.D. Choice of further schooling. In his spare time, Nitin enjoys watching and playing hockey, playing badminton, watching movies, and listening to rock/metal music such as Metallica and Tool.
	Ms. Ning Hao Summer high school student, Summer 2011 Current Position: Pre-Med, McMaster University E-mail:n.hao@hotmail.com
Ning is a grade 12 high school student in the gifted program at Lisgar Collegiate Institute. Her plans for the future include Life Science at Queen's University, and then medical school. At school, she is Graduate Executive for the yearbook and Biomedical Club's co-head. Ning also coxes for the rowing team and plays violin in senior orchestra and string ensemble. Ning spent part of her summer time in Francis' lab to get exposure to first-hand science research and has involved in various research activities particularly in stem cell experiments and cell migration data analysis. In her spare time, Ning enjoys spending time outdoors.
	Mr. Harman Kalkat Undergraduate student with FOS Award, Summer 2011 Current Position: Medical Student, University of Manitoba E-mail:harmkalk@gmail.com
With a Faculty of Science Undergraduate Student Research Award, Harman worked in Dr. Francis Lin’s lab for summer research. He has been exploring the use of microfluidic devices for stem cell culture and migration. Harman completed his general science degree at the University of Manitoba and is now in Medical School. In his spare time Harman enjoys cycling and reading various types of literature. He also enjoys TV programs such as Doctor Who, and various types of movies and music.
	Mr. Xiuli Ma, B.Sc. Technician, Apr. ~ Jul. 2011 Current Position: Technician, University of Manitoba E-mail: xlma79@yahoo.com
Xiuli Ma obtained his Bachelor‘s Degree in Biochemistry from Fudan University, China. In Francis' lab, Xiuli has involved in research projects on stem cell culture.
	Dr. Sivakumar Gajjeraman, Ph.D. Research Associate, July 2010 ~ Dec. 2010 Current Position: Senior Researcher, Northwestern University E-mail:sivagajj@gmail.com
Sivakumar graduated with his Ph.D degree in the Crystal Growth Center, Anna University, Chennai, India. His Ph.D work mainly focused on understanding the mechanism involved in the nucleation of biomolecules during the pathological calcification. After his graduation, he developed his skills in the realm of cloning, expression and purification of recombinant and native proteins, biophysical and biochemical properties of proteins, cell biology techniques, advanced microscopic and spectroscopic techniques. His research interest lie in understanding the progress of neurodegenerative diseases in transgenic mouse model using advanced synchrotron based spectroscopic techniques, fabricating the biomimetic scaffold using tri-block peptides for tissue regeneration, extracellular matrix protein mediated biomaterials, protein-protein, protein-minerals, protein-lipids protein-DNA interactions, and also elucidating the structure and function of membrane proteins. As a research associate in Francis' lab, Sivakumar worked on developing microfluidic devices for cell migration and tissue engineering applications.
	Dr. Ling Zhu, Ph.D. Visiting Scientist (co-advised by Dr. Michael Zhang), July ~ Dec. 2010 Current Position: Assistant Professor, Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, China E-mail: zhl.cas@gmail.com
Ling obtained his Ph.D from Anhui Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His Ph.D work mainly focused on the key technology of all fiber Fourier Transform Spectrometer. His research interests lie in applying spectrum detection technology to biomedical fields. As a Visiting Scientist in Francis’ lab, Ling was involved in developing microfluidic systems for biological and biomedical applications.
	Dr. Kausik Paul, Ph.D. Postdoc Fellow, Dec. 2009 ~ Dec. 2010 Current Position: Postdoc, University of Arizona E-mail: kausikpaul@gmail.com
Kausik completed his graduate study under the supervision of Dr. Santu Bandyopadhyay at Infectious Diseases & Immunology Div. of Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB), Kolkata, and got his Ph.D. degree from Jadavpur University. During graduate studentship he got training in cellular Immunology, drug discovery and cancer cell signaling. As a postdoctoral fellow in Francis' lab, Kausik's research focused on NK cell and T cell electrotaxis, While not at work, Kausik loves to do photography and watch movies.
	Mr. Kollawat Somsri Visiting undergraduate student, Summer 2010 Current Position: Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand E-mail: kollawats@hotmail.com
Kollawat was an undergraduate student at the Nano-engineering program, International School of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. Kollawat was here in Francis' lab during the summer of 2010 to do his research internship. His research project mainly involved building a temperature control system for cell migration studies and using a novle microfluidic device for gradient generation and chemotaxis studies. Playing tennis, cooking, watching movies, listening to music, and travelling are some of the things Kollawat enjoys in his leisure time.
	Dr. Suresh Neethirajan, Ph.D., P.Eng, CIM Project Scientist, Oct. 2009 ~ Mar. 2010 Current Position: Assistant Professor School of Engineering University of Guelph Web: www.sureshneethirajan.ca E-mail: suresh.neethirajan@gmail.com
Suresh Neethirajan graduated with his PhD degree in Biosystems Engineering under the guidance of Dr. Digvir Jayas at the University of Manitoba, Canada. His research interests include Nanoscale Science and Engineering for Biological and Agri-food Systems; Sensors and Sensor Network Development; and Nanoscale Imaging of Biological Systems. As a Project Scientist in Francis' lab, Suresh worked on a project to develop novel microfluidic chips for cell migration studies. He also initiated the development of a review article. Suresh enjoys playing badminton and as a student pilot permit holder, he loves flying. .
	Ms. Duangroedee Rungsiwattakapong Visiting undergraduate student, Summer 2009 Current Position: Graduate student, University of Tokyo, Japan E-mail: deedee5831@gmail.com
Duangroedee was a visiting undergraduate student from the faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand, with a major on Nanoengineering. Duangroedee was here in Francis' lab during the summer of 2009 to do her research internship. Her research project involved the design, fabrication and control of microfluidic systems, which is currently being used for cell trafficking studies. Knitting and crochet is Duangroedee's favourite freetime activities.