CBI-Affiliated Laboratories
The Chemistry–Biology Interface (CBI) Program at UMass Amherst is built on a vibrant, interdisciplinary network of research laboratories spanning chemistry, biology, engineering, microbiology, and related quantitative sciences.
Each year, the CBI Program carefully reviews its affiliated laboratories to ensure that we continue to represent the strongest and most innovative science at the chemistry–biology interface. Faculty laboratories are invited to join CBI based on demonstrated excellence in research that aligns with the program’s mission and vision, with a particular emphasis on interdisciplinary discovery, mentorship, and collaborative training.
Being recognized as a CBI-affiliated laboratory is a significant distinction—for both the faculty and the program—and reflects our shared commitment to advancing impactful, cross-disciplinary science.
Opportunities for Students in CBI Labs
Students training in CBI-affiliated laboratories are eligible to apply for CBI funding opportunities, including:
- NIH-funded CBI Traineeships (for U.S. domestic students)
- UMass-funded CBI Traineeships (for international and non-domestic students)
Importantly, participation in the CBI community extends well beyond funded trainees. Students in CBI-recognized laboratories are typically registered as CBI members and are strongly encouraged to take part in the full range of CBI programming.
Engagement in the CBI Community
CBI-affiliated laboratories are expected to be active participants in the program. Faculty, trainees, and lab members regularly engage in CBI activities, including:
- Seminars and invited talks
- Workshops and professional development events
- Community-building and networking activities
This consistent engagement helps foster a collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually rich environment that benefits students and faculty alike.
Interested in Becoming a CBI-Affiliated Lab?
Faculty whose research aligns with the CBI mission and who are interested in having their laboratory recognized as part of the CBI Program are encouraged to reach out.
Contact:
📧 cbiassist@umass.edu
Current CBI-Affiliated Laboratories
The following faculty laboratories are currently affiliated with the CBI Program:
- Chen Lab (Jianhan Chen)
- Chen Lab (Min Chen)
- Chien Lab (Peter Chien)
- Farkas Lab (Michelle Farkas)
- Flaherty Lab (Patrick Flaherty)
- Garman Lab (Scott Garman)
- Gierasch Lab (Lila Gierasch)
- Hardy Lab (Jeanna Hardy)
- Herbert Lab (Daniel Herbert)
- Jerry Lab (Joseph Jerry)
- Kaltashov Lab (Igor Kaltashov)
- Martin Lab (Craig Martin)
- Mortia Lab (Yasu Mortia)
- Muller Lab (Mandy Muller)
- Muthukumar Lab (Murugappan Muthukumar)
- Perry Lab (Sarah Perry)
- Rauch Lab (Jennifer Rauch)
- Rotella Lab (Vincent Rotella)
- Santore Lab (Maria Santore)
- Schiffman Lab (Jessica Schiffman)
- Siegrist Lab (Sloan Siegrist)
- Stratton Lab (Meg Stratton)
- Streiter Lab (Eric Streiter)
- Tew Lab (Gregory Tew)
- Thayumanavan Lab (Thai Thayumanavan)
- Thompson Lab (Lynmarie Thompson)
- Vachet Lab (Richard Vachet)
- You Lab (Mingxi You)
- Wu Lab (Jiahui “Chris” Wu)
- Dankwa Lab (Selasi Dankwa)
- Heck Lab (Alejandro Heck)
- Morris Lab (Melody Morris)