Kaitlyn Brown
MSc Student
Honours BSc Chemistry with Thesis
Wilfrid Laurier University
brow7120 [at] mylaurier [dot] ca
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlyn-brown-/

Hello! My name is Kaitlyn Brown, and I am currently in my second year of pursuing a Master of Science in the Dawe Research Group. My involvement with this research group began during my undergraduate studies, where I completed an undergraduate thesis focused on the synthesis of ligands for coordination chemistry. The invaluable experience and mentorship I received during that time inspired me to continue my academic journey within the same group. Currently, my research is centered on the synthesis of ligands for coordination chemistry, alongside exploring crystal engineering.

Through my academic journey, I have built a thorough understanding of inorganic, organic, and analytical chemistry. Additionally, I have developed key skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and functional knowledge that have been essential in advancing my research.

Outside of the lab, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, as well as outdoor activities and reading

 

Alex Hankins

Undergraduate Student Researcher
Honours BSc Chemistry with Thesis
Wilfrid Laurier University
hank5570 [at] mylaurier [dot] ca

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-hankins-208771203/

Hi! My name is Alexandra (Alex) Hankins and I am currently in my fourth and final year of my undergraduate thesis studies in the Dawe Research group. I was lucky enough to get to work in the Dawe Lab during my undergraduate first-year summer under an NSER USRA. Over the summer, I gained experience in ligand synthesis for coordination chemistry and metal capture. This experience and my passion for inorganic chemistry led to fellowship positions at the University of Calgary and the Technische Universität Berlin, Germany the following summers. Outside the lab, I enjoy running, paragliding, hiking, and playing football.

 

Lorecha Loku Lobulo
Undergraduate Researcher
Honours BSc Chemistry with Thesis
Wilfrid Laurier University
lobu5013 [at] mylaurier [dot] ca
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/lorecha-lobulo-513849215
Twitter: @DominicLorecha

2024 NSERC-USRA award recipient
2023 NSERC-USRA award recipient

Hello! My name is Lorecha Lobulo. I am pursuing a BSc Honors in Chemistry at Wilfrid Laurier University and am currently entering my fourth year. I joined Dr. Dawe's lab after my second year and began conducting research in the field of coordination chemistry of unsymmetric ligands and their complexation reactions with metal cations. This heightened my interest in the field of inorganic and organometallic chemistry, and I continued this research in my third year. I will be doing my thesis with Dr. Dawe in my fourth year. I am currently working in Dr. Dawe's lab. Outside of school, you will find me working out, reading the Bible, and watching Bible teachings.

 

Kate Stephens
Undergraduate Researcher
Honours BSc Chemistry with Thesis
Wilfrid Laurier University
step9070 [at] mylaurier [dot] ca

Kate is currently working on her thesis in the Dawe Research Group while completing an BSc Honours Chemistry with Thesis. Kate has 5+ years of laboratory experience as an analytical chemistry technician and analyst. While projects within the Dawe Research Group are a change of pace she has thoroughly enjoyed working as a team to aid in the understanding of structure-function relationships of new materials. Kate plans to graduate in April 2025 and is intending to pursue further education in graduate studies in chemistry.