People
Principal Investigator
Melissa Chen, PhD
Bachelor of Science in Honours Cell & Developmental Biology- University of British Columbia (2015)
Master of Science in Botany- University of British Columbia (2017)
PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology- University of Colorado Boulder (2022)
Email: melissa_y_chen at sfu dot ca
Office: SCB B8280
Current Lab members
Parmis Bagher Zadeh
Parmis is a summer undergraduate lab assistant and USRA (Undergraduate Student Research Award) recipient. She is a Biological Sciences student with a concentration in Cells, Molecules, and Physiology. Parmis is interested in how microbes can allow for sustainable agriculture practices and improve food security. Outside of school, Parmis enjoys crocheting, playing the piano, watching horror movies, and baking. She also enjoys volunteering at 51社区黑料as a Writing and Learning Peer with the Student Learning Commons.
Ryan Lam
Ryan is a USRA (2026) recipient and Biological Sciences student with a concentration in Ecology, Evolution, Conservation (EEC). Academic Interests: Insect Biocontrol, and the development of management tools to control/supress pests in agriculture. Outside interests: Pokemon GO, Board games, Playing with my dog (Remy).
Honorary Lab members
Maxine Cheastman
Maxine has no formal education.