We are actively seeking postdoctoral and PhD researchers! Please contact Dr. Yokom if interested

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Adam Yokom, PhD

Assistant Professor

I am first generation college graduate from the southeast part of Michigan. I found an interest in research and teaching during my Bachelor's degree at Oakland University. Eventually, this grew into PhD (University of Michigan) and Postdoctoral (University of California, Berkeley) studies. All of these opportunities paved my path to joining the Department of Biochemistry as faculty in 2023. Outside of the exciting research ongoing in the lab, I enjoy time with my sons, sampling local beers and traveling.

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Contact: ayokom {at} missouri {dot} edu Office Phone: 573-882-6390

Graduate Students, PostBacs and Staff

eaodhd {at} missouri {dot} edu

Ernest Okertchiri

Biochemistry PhD Student

2022 Cohort

I am a Biochemistry PhD student utilizing single particle Cryo-EM to study the structure and function of Tectonin beta-propeller repeat containing 1 (TECPR1) in autophagy. I like spending my free time watching anime, movies and listening to music.

hjmtb2 {at} missouri {dot} edu

Hunter Madison

Biochemistry PhD Student

2023 Cohort

I am a Biochemistry PhD student working characterize the authophagosomal tethering protein EPG5 to better elucidate the process of the autophagosome-lysosome fusion events in late autophagy. I enjoy being outdoors, engaging in sports, and playing board games with friends.

cmrm4h {at} missouri {dot} edu

Clayton Russ

Translational Biosciences PhD Student

2024 Cohort

I am a Translational Biosciences PhD student within the Infection and Immunity emphasis area. I am studying the mechanism autolysosomal tethering proteins (eg. EPG5 and the HOPS complex) in autophagy using live cell imaging. I like to spend my time outside the lab reading, cooking, and hanging out with friends.

cwwk9 {at} missouri {dot} edu

Cade Ward

Biochemical PhD Student

2025 Cohort

I am a Biochemistry PhD student interested in using molecular and cell biology techniques to dissect autolysosomal fusion events in vitro and in vivo. I like camping, playing all kinds of games, and woodworking.

liuxin {at} missouri {dot} edu

Xin 'Alice" Liu, Ph.D

Research Scientist & Lab Supervisor

karbx5 {at} missouri {dot} edu

Kelly Rockford

Post Bachelors Researcher

B.S. in Biochemistry, Minor in Spanish

I am focused on creating a fusion assay to uncover which proteins are responsible for fusion between the autophagosome and the lysosome in autophagy. With this, we can investigate the kinetics of fusion. In my free time I enjoy going on hikes or binge watching Supernatural on Netflix.

Undergraduate Researchers