Our Research Philosophy
'It doesn't matter how beautiful your theory is, it doesn't matter how smart you are. If it doesn't agree with experiment, it's wrong.'
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Richard P. Feynman
It is our aim to create a safe environment in which everyone is valued regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, socio-economic status, parental status, age, religion, citizenship, or identity. We believe that our differences make us stronger and only by inclusion and by treating people fair and respectful can we create an environment in which people can thrive and perform their best work.
The Team
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Martin Munz
Principle investigator
Hi! I am Martin the principle investigator in the Munz lab. My job is essentially to make sure that everyone is happy.
Araya Ungpakawa
Lab manager
and senior researcher
Physiology and microscopy.
Xiuju Li
Senior researcher
Molecular biology and cell culture.
Jeremy Wong
Master student
Embryonic circuit formation and Impact of ASD associated genes on circuit formation.
Mohaddeseh Pakzamir
Master Student
Interaction of the brain's immune system and ASD associated genes during circuit formation
Jo Munkombwe
PhD student
Impact of ASD associated genes on circuit formation and adult neuronal circuits.
Grace Mamo
PhD student (starting in May 2026)
Embryonic circuit formation and Impact of ASD associated genes on circuit formation.
Su Gyeong Cho
Staff scientist
Impact of ASD associated genes on circuit formation.
Tazakka Adie
Undergraduate student
Embryonic circuit formation.