Lab Members
Jamie Mackenzie
Lab Manager
"I am a career biologist with diverse interests including the study of wildlife conservation, animal behavior, viral infections, and evolutionary mechanisms. My passion for scientific knowledge and my desire to work in microbiological research has led me to my current role as the lab manager here in the Rowley Lab. I am looking forward to expanding my skillset and contributing toward research that is both industrially and biomedically relevant. I also love beer, cycling and surfing"
Miranda Stanton
Lab Manager
"TBA"
Micheal Rolfsmeier
Postdoctoral Fellow
"I’m a seasoned molecular microbiologist with expertise in yeast, bacteria, and archaea. My previous work has included the dissection of biochemical mechanisms involved in DNA damage and repair as well as understanding basic molecular pathways in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes. I’m excited to be working in the yeast model system to explore killer toxins and cellular defense mechanisms."
Brookelynne Verrette
Graduate student
"TBA"
Jack Wagner
Graduate student
"I graduated from Montana State University with a bachelor's in Cell Biology and Neuroscience. Research has always been an alluring idea, now I am part of the Rowley lab, learning about yeast and their associated toxins. I will be further researching the cell protein Kre1 and the killer toxin K1 to further our understanding of their interactions."
Lily Givens
Undergraduate research student
"I am an undergraduate student majoring in Microbiology and minoring in Math. My project focuses on the novel toxin K21L and it's homolog K21. I'm looking forward to applying the knowledge I have learned in my minor courses to my research through molecular modeling. Pursuing undergraduate research in the Rowley lab has been an invaluable experience that has no doubt benefited my overall education at the University of Idaho thus far."
Kasen Evans
Undergraduate research student
"I am a second-year undergraduate student studying biochemistry. I have thoroughly enjoyed doing research in the Rowley lab and being able to apply what I learn from my classes. I am currently researching the pathogenicity of K62 in Galleria mellonella"
Dean Collins
Undergraduate researcher
"My name is Dean, this is my first semester at U Idaho, and I am studying biotechnology and plant genomics. I have always had a love for science and do a couple of my own projects with hybridizing flowers. I also love to go hiking and going to lots of national parks."
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Anna Mangen
Undergraduate researcher
"I am an undergraduate student studying Medical Sciences at the University of Idaho. I have really enjoyed understanding more about the research field and obtaining the knowledge that comes with it. I am currently working on the genetic engineering of brewing yeast to express killer toxins"
Ashlynn Heath
Undergraduate researcher
"I am an undergraduate student studying Biochemistry with a minor in Pre-Health Studies. I have enjoyed being a part of the Rowley Lab and applying all the knowledge and skills I've learned. My current research focuses on K28 and a protective mechanism Ktd1"
Janes Jalon
Undergraduate research student
"I am a senior undergraduate student who is majoring in Psychology with a minor Pre-Health Professional Studies on a Pre-Medical track at the University of Idaho. Research is a new experience for me, and I am enjoying this opportunity to broaden my understanding of the research field. Currently I am working on a project focusing on discovering novel anti-fungal compounds produced by yeast that are associated with mason bees. So far, this experience has strengthened my interest in medicine by highlighting the role of research in addressing real-world health challenges. Overall, I find this research both engaging and interesting, and I look forward to continuing to learn and build my experience in laboratory research."
Keshav Phutela
Undergraduate research student
"I am an undergraduate student majoring in Biochemistry. I've enjoyed being part of the Rowley lab and getting involved in research. This fall I will be working on the role of Kre1 in killer toxin immunity."