Executive Members
Co-Presidents
Erin Giroux
Erin is currently a PhD candidate in the Applied Bioscience program at Ontario Tech University. She is completing her research in the Forensic Chemistry & Materials Lab under the supervision of Dr. Theresa Stotesbury. Prior to starting her graduate work, Erin completed her BSc in Forensic Science at Trent University, which included the completion of an undergraduate research thesis. When not in the lab, Erin enjoys spending time with her friends, family, or doing anything crafty.
cassandra
defrancesco
Cassie is a part-time PhD student in the Interdisciplinary Social Research program researching chemistry education under the supervision of Dr. Shannon Accettone and Dr. W. Stephen McNeil (UBC-O), and is also a full-time chemical technician at Trent University. She previously obtained her MSc In Environmental and Life Sciences focusing on aquatic chemistry of the Arctic Ocean, and a BSc in Chemistry and Forensic Science, both from Trent. In her free time, Cassie likes to play the saxophone, take photos, and hangout with her cats.
VP Internal
Colin
Elliott
Colin is currently a PhD candidate in Applied Bioscience at Ontario Tech University under the supervision of Dr. Theresa Stotesbury. Previously, Colin obtained a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science (BScFS) from Trent University, where his honours thesis analyzed the RNA degradation in bloodstains to estimate their time since deposition (TSD). Colin’s PhD research couples the rheological characterization of DNA extracts from bloodstains with fluorimetry for TSD estimations. In his spare time, Colin enjoys walks in nature, working out and watching and playing just about any sport.
Josephine esposto
Josephine is currently a PhD student in the Environmental and Life Sciences program at Trent University. She is completing her research under the co-supervision of Dr. Sanela Martic and Dr. Robert Huber. Josephine’s previous MSc research was focused on protein therapeutics and misfolding in ALS, which she is continuing to progress using Dictyostelium discoideum as a human disease model organism. Outside of the lab, you can find Josephine hiking in the Warsaw caves, skating at outdoor rinks, or cheering on the Bills!
VP Events
Faith is currently a MSc. student at Ontario Tech University, focusing on the Forensic concentration of Applied Bioscience. Her project, under the supervision of Dr. Theresa Stotesbury, will investigate bloodstain detection and enhancement in different environmental conditions. Prior to her MSc, Faith graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Joint Honours BSc. in Chemistry and Biochemistry, alongside a Certificate in Criminology. Faith enjoys spending time in the lab, nature and traveling!
TEAGAN CARR
Teagan is currently a MSc. Student in Material Science at Trent University. She is supervised by Dr. Andrew J. Vreugdenhil in the chemistry department. Her research involves creating carbon and polymer-based materials which can be used in environmental remediation. Teagan is an avid hiker and knitter when outside the lab.
VP External
Sarah hill
Sarah is a PhD candidate in the Environmental and Life Sciences program at Trent University. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Trent University and continued at Trent for a MSc degree, which was ultimately converted into a PhD. Under the supervision of Dr Steven Rafferty, Sarah’s research focuses on characterizing the flavohemoglobin enzyme of the waterborne parasite, Giardia intestinalis. In her free time, she enjoys playing volleyball and other sports, baking, and spending time with her cat, dog, and family.
Secretary
Treasurer
Brandon is currently a master’s student in the Environmental and Life Sciences program at Trent University. He is completing his research under the supervision of Dr. Arun Moorthy in the CRAFTS lab. Brandon received his Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science from Ontario University. Brandon’s research focuses on developing a drug classification algorithm for FTIR spectra to aid public health work in reducing the number of overdoses caused by opioids. Brandon is an avid photographer, and likes to spend his time away from research photographing nature and sporting events.
Daisee completed her Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree in Forensic Biology with a minor in Chemistry in May and is now a master's student at Ontario Tech University. Outside of research, Daisee enjoys reading and travelling.
Undergrad Reps
Diana is an international student from India and is currently in her first year of Bachelors in Forensic Science(Honours) from Ontario Tech University. Outside school she likes playing badminton and dancing.
Hi everyone, my name is Meghana and I am your undergrad rep this year! I am in my 3rd year of Forensic Biology with a Chemistry degree at Ontario Tech University!
I'm excited about all the events to come! I love watching Bollywood movies, and Brooklyn 99 is one of my favorite TV shows!
Abbey is a second-year Forensic Biology major at Trent, hoping to pursue Forensic Pathology after undergrad. In their free time, they like to listen to musicals, crochet, and watch movies with friends.
Chada Wichayasunan is a second year undergraduate student in the biochemistry and molecular biology program at Trent University. She is also in the medical professional stream and aspires to practice medicine someday. Outside of studies, Chada enjoys drinking bubble tea and journaling.