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Jack Russo

Graduate Student

Program

Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences

Contact Information

jwrusso@mcw.edu

Biography

Mentor: Michelle Riehle, PhD
Year Entered MCW: 2025
Previous Education: BS, Microbiology, Minor in Chemistry, Indiana University

Research Interests

I am deeply interested in structural biology and protein chemistry because of their power to reveal how molecular interactions drive disease processes and solutions. My curiosity lies especially in drug development at the interface of cancer and metabolism, where understanding protein dynamics can inform new strategies for treatment. I am eager to build expertise in advanced biophysical and biochemical techniques such as NMR, DEER, and mass spectrometry, while also integrating molecular modeling and dynamic simulations to connect experimental data with mechanistic insight.

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