Divya Rai

Research Professional

I’m a research professional in the CoDex lab. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor's in Biological Engineering emphasis on biomedical engineering. I am interested in improving my skills in innovating medical devices used in rehabilitation research. In my free time, I enjoy volunteering in the communities, crocheting, knitting, hiking, and spending time with my family.

Patrick Ihejirika

I am a PhD student in the Codex Lab with an interest in cognitive and computational neuroscience and psychology. I am specifically interested in exploring mechanisms of motor function deterioration using computational neuroscience techniques. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing chess, exercising and hanging out with my close family and friends.

Charisma Byrd

My name is Charisma Byrd, and I’m a first-year PhD student in Kinesiology with a concentration in Biomechanics, as well as a graduate research assistant in the CoDex lab. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be getting acquainted with the various projects underway in the lab. A fun fact about me is that I relocated from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, Georgia, so I’m eager to discover local favorites and recommendations. I enjoy working out, running, and engaging in art. During my undergraduate studies, I competed as a track heptathlete and have always had a passion for art.

Prachi Wankhade

I’m a first-year PhD student in Kinesiology with a focus on Motor Control and Learning. I hold a master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from IIT Bombay. At the CoDex Lab, I’m excited to explore various projects and begin investigating the behavioral and neural mechanisms of hand dexterity in stroke patients using TMS. Outside of academics, I enjoy cooking, going on nature walks, quilling, and occasionally indulging in a peaceful nap.

Kavya Mothukuri

I’m Kavya Mothukuri, currently in my Second year of a master's program in computer science. In Codex Lab, I’ll be working on upper limb biomechanics analysis, where I’ll focus on stimulating and calculating forces and angles to compare healthy individuals with stroke patients. Outside of my studies, I love cooking and spending quality time with my family and friends.

Daniel Donadio

My name is Daniel Donadio, and I am a third year biological engineering major on the pre-med track. I'm very excited to be joining the lab this semester and assisting with the TMS project. In my free time, I enjoy working out, spending time outdoors, playing video games, and being with friends and family.

Kadyn Wuest

My name is Kadyn Wuest and I am a sophomore cellular biology major with an emphasis in neuroscience on the pre med track. I’m excited to be assisting with MRI and TMS studies this year and to increase my understanding in neuroscience research. In my free time I enjoy playing sports, working out, and hanging out with friends.

Wylie Frazier

Hi, I'm Wylie Frazier, a sophomore Biology major on the Pre-Med track. I work with Dr. Aisha on stroke research and aim to learn as much as I can about lab work in the process. I am a Pre-Professional Student Ambassador, an Honors College student, and a member of the Fencing Club here at UGA. In my free time, I enjoy tennis, weightlifting, and motorcycling.

Luna Chiezzi

My name is Luna Chiezzi, and I’m entering my third year as a biological engineering student at UGA. As an undergraduate research assistant, I’m working on hand devices and am eager to delve deeper into research and medical technology. In my free time, I enjoy working on cars and spending time with family and friends. I’m excited to meet you all!

Drew Fields

My name is Drew Fields, and I’m a second-year microbiology major with a minor in biomedical physiology, aiming to attend medical school. I will be primarily assisting Dr. Xu with TMS and am excited to get started. Outside of work and studying, I enjoy playing recreational baseball and football, lifting weights at the gym, and playing video games with friends. Additionally, I serve as a resident assistant at Brumby Hall.

Carlisle Overstreet

My name is Carlisle Overstreet and I am currently serving as a research assistant in the CoDex lab under Charisma Byrd studying the hand dexterity in stroke patients. I am currently a sophomore at UGA majoring in Exercise and Sports Science on the premed track. I am from Augusta Georgia. I am excited to be involved in research this semester to help make a difference in people’s lives who could benefit from the research we are performing. I want to be involved in research to be on the front lines of new discoveries to help the human population now and in the future.

Jackson Abbey

I am a third-year Exercise and Sport Science major on the pre-med track. I will be assisting Charisma and Dr. Xu research the effects of handedness on dexterous recovery following neurologic injuries. I’m a Colorado native and love staying active and outdoors, whether that be exercising, painting, or reading. I cannot wait to not only broaden my own knowledge but to make a meaningful impact towards such a ubiquitous and debilitating matter.

Khushi Patel

I am a second-year biomedical physiology major on the pre-med track. I will be assisting Charisma in her research on handedness and dexterity in people with neuromuscular problems. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, hiking, and baking

Huda Altaf

My name is Huda Altaf and I am a third-year Health Promotion student. I will be assisting Dr. Aisha with stroke research and look forward to learning plenty along the way. In my free time, I enjoy taking long walks and spending time with friends.