DNA Sequencing Core People
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Stephen Belmonte Senior Research Lab Technologist
Education 17 years of lab experience in biotechnology
Interests Biotechnology, Automation
I have been with the DNA Sequencing Core since it since it became a service for the MGH community in 1995. Since then I have specialized in biotechnology operations and sequencing automation. I have developed numerous protocols and techniques to keep up with the demands of this growing field as technology has progressed, and I look forward to continuing to be a part of this rapidly evolving field. |
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Karen Armstrong Research Lab Technologist
Education BS in Biology, Double Minor in Physical Science/Environmental Geology
Interests Molecular Biology, Environmental Science
I have worked in the DNA Sequencing Core since the August of 1999. During this time I have also worked intermittently in both the DNA Synthesis and Microarray Facilities. It has been exciting being a part of these three groups as technology has changed and improved so much over the years. The rewarding part has been aiding in the optimization of procedures in order to provide the research community with the best service and technology available at minimal cost. I also enjoy karate in my spare time. |
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Amy Avery Research Lab Technician
Education B.S, M.S. in biology, UMass/Boston
Interests Molecular biology, automation
My undergraduate research project involved the identification of Y-chromosome-specific markers to study the genetic evolution of sex chromosomes in dioecious plants. This expanded into a graduate project and an opportunity to establish the automated DNA sequencing facility at UMass/Boston. Since I joined the CCIB in 2003, I have enjoyed contributing to both the research automation and DNA sequencing departments. The continuing advancements in automation make this an exciting field. |
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Daniel Collette Research Lab Technologist
Education B.Sc. Biochemistry/Classical Languages, McGill University
Interests Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
The primary focus of my undergraduate studies at McGill was biochemistry. However, I diversified my program with a concentration in Latin and ancient Greek. Since joining the department, I have enjoyed exploring new technological developments and integrating them into our facility. |
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