Elizabeth Waters, Lab Manager

Elizabeth Waters received her bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and forensic science from Syracuse University. She joined the Easley lab in 2021 but has been a laboratory technician at UGA since 2017. She is simultaneously working toward her Ph.D. in Neuroscience. Outside the lab, Beth enjoys going to the gym and spending time with her dog, Sadie.

Clayton Edenfield

Clayton graduated from UGA in 2018 with his B.S. in Environmental Health Science. He is a sixth-year Ph.D. Candidate whose research focuses on SARS-CoV-2, epigenetics, and model improvement. Outside of the lab, he enjoys hiking, woodworking, and reading.

Ian Bachli

Ian received his B.S. in Biology from the University of Toledo and is a fifth-year Ph.D. student in Environmental Health Science at the University of Georgia. His research background includes working with Drosophila Melanogaster to discover novel proteins involved in centrosome formation and its role in Male Fertility under the guidance of Dr. Tomer Avidor-Reiss. His current research involves investigating the epigenetic effects of Opioids on Spermatogenesis and male infertility. Ian enjoys the great outdoors during his free time, whether it be backpacking, fishing, or camping.

Kylie Tager

Kylie is a third-year Ph.D. student in Toxicology at the University of Georgia College of Public Health. She received her B.S. in Biology from the University of South Carolina-Aiken. Her research background includes using RNA interference to target individual HIV-1 proteins under the guidance of Dr. William H. Jackson. In her free time, Kylie enjoys outdoor activities, baking, and photography.

Arina Chernikova

Arina received her Bachelor’s in Biochemistry with Honors from Lomonosov Moscow State University and has just begun her scientific path as a graduate student here at the University of Georgia. She is passionate about science in general, but takes exceptional interest in epigenetics and cell biology. There has been a lot of cultural exchange for Arina lately, so outside the lab she really enjoys her friends showing her around and sharing American/Indian/Iranian/any-other traditions. She cooks borscht and takes them to the ballet in return! 

Keertana Konduru

Keertana is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Environmental Health Science and minoring in Fashion Merchandising. In the future, she plans on going to medical school and hopes to work in fetal surgery or fertility medicine. At UGA, she is involved with Indian Cultural Exhange and Rouge Magazine. In her free time, Keertana enjoys doing puzzles, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family.

Austin Hammond

Austin is a fourth-year Double Dawg student in Biology and Environmental Health. Following graduation, he is interested in working with community representatives to convey environmental health issues and translate research into actionable policy. Austin likes to skateboard, design clothing, and spend time with friends and family in his free time. 

Emily McDonald

Emily is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Environmental Health Science with a certificate in Immunology. After graduating, she plans on pursuing either a career in medical research or genetic counseling. She is a member of the Environmental Health Club, as well as UGA Cancer Support Community. She also volunteers at TerraBella Epps Bridge, a local retirement community. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running, and watching movies.

Javonte Bowen

Javonte is a third-year Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major. After graduation, he plans to attend medical school. At UGA, Javonte is involved in UGA HEROs and MSF. During his free time, he enjoys cooking, exploring nature, and spending time with friends. 

Tiffany Tran

Tiffany is a third-year undergraduate double majoring in Biomedical Physiology and Spanish. She hopes to attend medical school after undergrad and is interested in joining the pediatric field. At UGA, Tiffany is involved with Student Alumni Council, Miracle, and volunteer work. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and reading, and is always looking to learn something new!

Lexie Godfrey

Lexie is a fourth-year student majoring in Biology and Biomedical Physiology and minoring in Applied Biotechnology. After graduation, Lexie plans to attend dental school. She is involved with the American Society for Microbiology, UGA MathCounts, and the Pre-Dental Society, and volunteers at the Northeast Georgia Food Bank and Barrow Elementary School, where she tutors kids in math. In her free time, she enjoys running, playing pickleball, and spending time with her friends. 

Grace Graham

Grace Graham received her Bachelor’s in Pharmaceutical Science from the University of Georgia in 2023. She is currently taking a gap year and using this time to apply for graduate schools for Clinical Pharmacology. Grace’s research interests include drug discovery, neuroscience, and toxicology. Outside of the lab, Grace enjoys going to the gym, spending time with friends, and cooking.

Alyse Steves, Ph.D., 2018