Graduate Alumni
Elizabeth Gianino, PhD
Stephanie Jeziorski, MS
Cole Lacey, MS
Mark Livingstone, MS
Sarah Mbiki, PhD
Craig Miller, PhD
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Undergraduate Alumni
Bradley Burden
Sam Cooke
Kaia Duprey
Dajonia Jackson
Bailey Leopard
Elliot Mercado
Connor Pennington
Damea Pham
Madison Stiglich
Cyndel Streeter
Maria Fernanda Delgado Tabodoa
Adam Terwilliger
Gina Weingart
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| Graduate Students |
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Bio: Jessica Afangnibo earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Veterinary Technology in 2020, gaining valuable exposure and hands-on experience in handling both large and small animal research models. She actively participated in surgical procedures, showcasing her practical skills in the field. Subsequently, she pursued and completed her Master of Science in Biotechnology, delving into the workings of biotechnology, medical devices, and the processes involved in drug development. During a summer research internship with a Fortune 500 healthcare company, Jessica had the opportunity to utilize clinical trial data to demonstrate the feasibility of an oncology drug. In Spring 2024, Jessica became a member of Dr. Gilmore’s lab, where she is currently contributing to a collaborative project. The project involves utilizing wearable devices and sensors to monitor therapy patients, with a focus on quantifying the relationship between patients and therapists through machine learning techniques. Beyond her academic pursuits, Jessica enjoys reading, gaming, traveling, hiking, and being a foodie.
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Bio: Tiffany-Marie graduated with her B.S. in biochemistry and molecular biology as a Meyerhoff Scholar from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) in May 2023. As an undergraduate, she participated in the CIRCUIT program at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU/APL) and worked on a project focused on imitation learning algorithm integration in complex environments to test autonomous systems. She also conducted regenerative immunotherapy and bioactive lipidomics research at the Georgia Institute of Technology as part of their Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering/Sciences program. She joined Dr. Gilmore’s lab in the fall of 2023 to work on CHO cell culture optimization using machine learning. In her free time, she enjoys working out, listening to music and attending concerts, and going on spontaneous adventures with friends.
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Bio: Currently pursuing his second Masters in Bioengineering, Sahil is focused on integrating machine learning with bioprocess engineering. He is working with Dr. Gilmore to optimize the growth and productivity of CHO/Yeast Cells that are used to manufacture recombinant proteins. Sahil is passionate about utilizing his domain knowledge of bioengineering and his advanced understanding of deep learning to develop innovative and data-driven approaches for bioprocess optimization. Experienced as a Tech Ops (Automation) Intern at Merck and an R&D Scientist at Lupin Biotech, one of India's leading Biotechnology companies, Sahil is also the Vice President of The Clemson Indian Student Association and Senator of Bioengineering in The Graduate Student Government. He also holds certifications in "AI in Healthcare" from Stanford University, and training certifications in "Drug Development" from UC San Diego. Apart from hiking in the Carolinas in his free time, Sahil enjoys listening to podcasts centered around human psychology.
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Bio: Skylar is from Myrtle Beach, SC where he graduated from high school in 2016. He attended Coastal Carolina University (CCU) where he enrolled in the dual-degree program with Clemson University. He completed both a B.S. in Biological Science from CCU and a B.S. in Bioengineering from CU. He is now (as of fall 2023) a second year Ph.D. student working in the Karig lab as well as the SMART lab.
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Bio: Ruth received her B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. Afterwards, she worked for Zimmer Biomet as a development engineer. Currently, Ruth is focused on developing bio-textiles with components that can modulate the immune response of those suffering from chronic diabetic wounds.
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Bio: Salauddin received his M.Sc. in textile engineering from the Bangladesh University of Textiles in 2021. After completing his B.Sc. in textile technology in 2010, he started his professional career and worked for 12 years in textile processing and chemical manufacturing organizations. From the beginning of his M.Sc. program in 2018, he worked on several collaborative research projects on medical textiles, nanotechnology, sustainable processing, and composites, followed by publications in scientific journals. Salauddin joined Dr. Gilmore’s lab as a Ph.D. student in the fall of 2023 and is developing a biosensor with real-time diagnostic and therapeutic functionalities.
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Bio: Namrata Surve received her B.S. in Information Technology from the University of Pune, India in 2018. As an undergraduate, she developed a Kinetic-based Physiotherapy System to provide virtual rehabilitation for patients, sparking her interest in technology’s positive impact. Namrata also gained industry experience as a Software Engineer. There she worked on projects involving web development, ETL processes, and production support. This allowed her gain exposure to languages like Java, Python, and C#. Currently pursuing her M.S. in Computer Science at Clemson University, Namrata is focused on building machine learning and computer vision skills through academic projects. As part of Dr. Gilmore’s research team, she aims to develop innovative solutions for healthcare applications. Outside of research, Namrata enjoys recreational activities like badminton, singing, and listening to music.
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Bio: Abhinaya Sree Talluri is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science with a specialization in Machine Learning and Data Analytics at Clemson University in South Carolina. During her academic journey, she honed her research skills by undertaking significant projects, including her work as a Student Researcher at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). Her research at ISRO focused on enhancing medical facility accessibility through resource allocation and transportation optimization. Using machine learning algorithms and geographical information systems, she achieved an impressive 78% accuracy in classifying data. Abhinaya's dedication to research extends to her current position as a Graduate Research Assistant in Dr. Jordon Gilmore's lab at Clemson University, where she is involved in a groundbreaking study using machine learning to detect patterns related to empathy in therapy sessions. Her research interests include utilizing machine learning for various applications, with a particular focus on making a positive impact in healthcare and technology. Outside of her academic and research world, her hobbies include exploring human anatomy, enjoying movies, and listening to music.
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Bio: Kaynor is a biomedical engineer from Ghana. She was a biomedical technician and business developer with the Universal Hospitals Group, Ghana’s top turnkey biomedical service company. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana. KNUST allowed her to delve into the fields of innovation and technology. As the chairman of the Trade and Technology Club and head of the Biomedical Engineers Student Association (BMESS) Hands-On Club for two years, she was instrumental in promoting students’ STEM engagements. She mentored and inspired biomedical student growth in different STEM fields, particularly IoT, Full Stack Development, and robotics, and acquiring soft skills. She is currently a PhD student who started working with Dr. Gilmore in Spring 2024. At the SMART Lab, she focuses on the smart wound care project which seeks to develop biocompatible textiles with embedded sensors for real-time observation and analysis and to support diagnostic and therapeutic infection management. At her leisure time, she loves to read, cook or watch cooking shows, spend quality time with her husband and listen to sermons, music, or a podcast. Some of her life ambitions include traveling around the world and making a major impact in STEM disciplines and in the Christian faith.
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Bio: Luke is an undergraduate Clemson Bioengineering student set to graduate in December 2024. His concentration is in biomaterials and he is currently working on the Smart Wound Dressing project within the S.M.A.R.T. lab. Outside the lab, Luke is involved in several campus organizations including Beta Upsilon Chi fraternity and the Clemson Bioengineering Student Advisory Council. His hobbies include skiing, hunting and running.
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Bio: Krista began at Clemson University in August 2021 and is working towards he B.S. in bioengineering with a minor in electrical engineering, expected to graduate in December 2024. She has previously been an undergraduate researcher in the 4D (Drug Design, Development, and Delivery) Lab of the BIOE department, the Healthcare Genetics Lab of the Nursing department, and the Biophotonics Lab of the ECE department. Krista joined Dr. Gilmore’s SMART Lab, as well as his Sensors CI, in January 2024. On campus, she participates in multiple clubs such as Society of Women Engineers, Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), Alpha Omega Epsilon STEM sorority, and is an undergraduate teaching assistant for general engineering classes.
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Logan is a current first-year undergraduate student majoring in Genetics and minoring in Pan-African studies. She is a Clemson National Scholar, as well as a Call Me Doctor ESTEEMED Scholar. She joined Dr.Gilmore's lab in January of 2024. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends/family, traveling, and volunteering!
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