Graduate Staff 2024-2025

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Amy Rechkemmer

Amy Rechkemmer
She/her/hers
Computer Science
arechke@purdue.edu

I am the Computer Science representative of the Graduate Women in Science Program. I am a sixth-year PhD student working with Prof. Ming Yin in the areas of crowdsourcing, social computing, and human-AI interaction. Before Purdue, I graduated from the University of Michigan with a BSE in Computer Science and Engineering. Outside of research, I enjoy taking walks, listening to music, and spending time with friends. I am excited to serve on the WISP leadership team!

Ayobami Oladapo

Ayobami Oladapo
She/her/hers
Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Science
aoladap@purdue.edu

I am the EAPS representative for the Graduate Women in Science Program. I am a third-year master’s student working in Dr. Marty Frisbee’s surface water-groundwater interactions laboratory. My research involves using geochemistry and environmental isotopes to investigate the impact of alpine glacier meltwater on mountain groundwater flow processes. I earned my Bachelor of Technology degree in Geology from Nigeria. Outside of research and academia, I enjoy listening to music, singing, traveling, and learning new languages. As an advocate of women in science, I believe supporting and empowering female scientists is crucial for the future of science. I am excited to be a part of the WISP leadership team! Please reach out if you have any questions or comments!

Heekyung Ahn

Heekyung Ahn
She/her/hers
Statistics
ahn104@purdue.edu

I am the Statistics representative for the Graduate Women in Science Program and a sixth-year Ph.D. student in the Department of Statistics. My research focuses on data-driven methods in mathematical finance under the supervision of Dr. Kiseop Lee. I graduated from Ewha W. University in South Korea with MS in Statistics, BS in Statistics, and BS in Mathematics. I enjoy cooking, especially adding Korean ingredients to non-Korean dishes, and playing tennis with friends. I also love to knit and crochet if it’s too cold outside. I am happy to be a part of the WISP leadership team!

Iman Mevaa

Iman Mevaa
She/her/hers
PULSe
imevaa@purdue.edu

I am the PULSe representative for the Graduate Women in Science Program. I am a second-year graduate student in Dr. Herman Sintim’s lab. My research focuses on drug discovery in cancer biology, aiming to positively impact the cancer research field. Besides research, l have practiced baton twirling for years, I like running, reading, traveling, playing games with friends, and learning languages. I am thrilled to be part of the Graduate WISP Leadership Team to continue building a vibrant community that uplifts and empowers women scientists. Please reach out if you have any questions or comments!

Jaskiran Kaur

Jaskiran Kaur
She/her/hers
Chemistry
kaur148@purdue.edu

I am the Chemistry representative of the Graduate Women in Science Program leadership team. I am a fourth-year graduate student in the analytical division of the Department of Chemistry. I earned my M.S. and B.S. degrees in Organic Chemistry from Hindu College, University of Delhi, India. I joined the Kentämaa group in Fall 2021 and my research interest includes studying mass spectrometric ion-molecule reactions and gas-phase reactivities of boron radical anions. I enjoy reading, playing board games, dancing, and gardening. I am happy to be a part of the WISP leadership team!

Jax Mader

Jax Mader
They/them/theirs
Mathematics
maderj@purdue.edu

I am the representative for the Mathematics Department in the Graduate Women in Science Program. I am currently a third-year graduate student in the Department of Mathematics interested in Social Science Mathematics. Before I came to Purdue, I got my bachelor's in mathematics in St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. When I'm not studying, I like board games, rock climbing, and spending time with my cat, Mabel. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions and/or comments!

Mercy Orukpe Moses

Mercy Orukpe Moses
She/her/hers
Biological Sciences
morukpem@purdue.edu

I am the Biology representative for the Graduate Women in Science Program. I am a third-year PhD candidate in Dr. Richard Kuhn's Lab. My research focuses on flavivirus viral protein (NS1) interaction with host proteins, and the functional implications in the host . I earned my Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) from Nigeria. Outside the world of academia, I enjoy spending time with family, cooking and watching Nigerian movies. I am very happy to be a part of the WISP leadership team. Please feel free to reach out to me with any question or comments.

Tatiana de Picoli Ferreira

Tatiana de Picoli Ferreira
She/her/hers
Physics & Astronomy
tdepicol@purdue.edu

I am the graduate WISP representative for the Department of Physics and Astronomy. I am a fourth-year graduate student working with theoretical condensed matter. My current research focuses on understanding the physical properties of superconductors and topological systems by combining analytical and simulation techniques. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and spending time with friends. I look forward to being part of the WISP leadership team; feel free to reach out with any questions or comments! I am happy to be a part of the WISP leadership team!