Raines Group
Our laboratory is enriched by diversity. We foster an inclusive culture that values everyone. We believe that varied perspectives and shared commitment lead to creativity, innovation, and excellence. We seek #EqualityForAll. For more information, we encourage you to visit CADI and WIC, and to access diversity, equity, and inclusion resources available on the MIT campus.
Graduate Students
NILE ABULARRAGE
B.S., Biochemistry
Tufts University
Interests & Activities
Bella Borgula
B.S., Chemistry
Northwestern University
Interests & Activities
KEITH CHEAH
(also with Wittrup Lab)
B.Eng., M.Eng, Chemical Engineering
Imperial College London
Interests & Activities
Forrest FitzGerald
B.A., Chemistry
Florida Atlantic University
Interests & Activities
JOLYNN GIANCOLA
B.S., Chemistry
The Ohio State University
Interests & Activities
As an Ohio native, JoLynn developed an early and lasting enthusiasm for the Buckeyes. An amateur gardener, JoLynn enjoys cultivating new plants of all varieties. She enjoys biking, hiking, and hammocking around the greater Boston area. When not outdoors, JoLynn is excited to emulate Claire Saffitz’s baking and loves the challenge of strategy board games and puzzles.
BRIAN GRAHAM
B.S., Biochemistry
Brigham Young University
M.S., Chemistry
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Interests & Activities
OSCAR MOLINA
B.S., Biochemistry
University of California, Los Angeles
Interests & Activities
LINDSEY ORGREN
B.S., Biochemistry
& Molecular Biology
Hendrix College
Interests & Activities
YANA PETRI
B.S., Chemistry
University of California, Berkeley
Interests & Activities
CLAIR TRAVIS
B.S., Chemistry
University of California, Berkeley
Interests & Activities
AXEL VERA
B.S., Chemistry
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras
Interests & Activities
EVANS WRALSTAD
B.S., Chemistry
University of Virginia
Interests & Activities
JINYI YANG
B.A., Biochemistry
Smith College
Interests & Activities
Postdoctorates
DR. JOOMYUNG (VICKY) JUN
Ph.D., Chemistry
University of Pennsylvania
Interests & Activities
Born in South Korea, Vicky loves to explore new places and is always open to a new adventure. Recently, she has developed enthusiasm for tennis, rock climbing, wake surfing, and snowboarding. She is an avid lover of food and will never say “no” to trying a new delicacy especially from different cultures. When away from the lab, she enjoys exploring local cafes and discovering hidden gems. A lifelong night owl, Vicky aspires to be an early bird one day.
DR. BRIAN LEVANDOWSKI
Ph.D., Chemistry
University of California, Los Angeles
Interests & Activities
DR. ANIEKAN OKON
Ph.D., Medicinal Chemistry
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Interests & Activities
Undergraduate Students
MARISSA ABBOTT
Biological Engineering Major
MIT (’23)
MICHELLE LEE
Chemistry Major
MIT (’22)
ANTON MORGUNOV
Chemistry–Biology Major
MIT (’23)
Research Affiliates
Administrative Assistant
