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.

Justin McCurdy

I’m a postdoctoral research associate in the CoDex Lab. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a Ph.D. in Neuroscience. Using neurostimulation and imaging techniques, my doctoral research focused on how the brain coordinates visually timed movement. My current work centers on advancing rehabilitation strategies to improve hand dexterity after stroke and uncovering the neurophysiological mechanisms that support dynamic motor control. Outside the lab, you can find me working out at the Ramsey Center or spending time with my small menagerie at home, which includes a dog, several cats, fish, a tortoise, and a bearded dragon.

Chris Kuester

Hi, I'm Chris, and I'm a first-year PhD student in the Department of Kinesiology. I'm working on a project using transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to explore how the brain supports creativity. I hold a BS in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech and an MS in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois Chicago. Outside of academics, I'm a certified yoga instructor and enjoy producing music under the alias KuesKues.

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.

Allisa Chiu

My name is Allissa Chiu, and I am a second year biology major with minors in exercise & sports science and Japanese on the pre-med track. Outside academics, I enjoy working out, hiking, making food, spending time with friends, and anything artsy.

Owen Hogan

I am a senior Exercise and Sport Science student on the pre-PT track. I am excited to be assisting Kavya and Carlos this semester with their hand motor skills research and learn more about lab work. In my free time, I enjoy playing video games, listening to all kinds of music, and working out.

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.

Kwame Osei-Tutu

My name is Kwame Osei-Tutu, and I'm a third year mechanical engineering major with a minor in computer science. I work as an undergraduate research assistant under Patrick Ihejirika on the Hand Signature Project and I also serve as a member of the hardware team. In my free time I enjoy running, hiking, weightlifting, and spending time with friends.

Cece Schrader

My name is Cece Schrader and I am a sophomore biology major on the pre-med track. In CoDEX, I assist Patrick in computing analyses of the pinch tasks. In my free time I enjoy working out, running, hiking and spending time with friends and family.

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.

Maggie Pokorny

My name is Maggie Pokorny and I am a fourth year Exercise and Sport Science major on the pre-med track from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I am excited to assist with stroke research in the CoDex Lab and to learn from the team while building my experience in a research setting. Outside of academics, I enjoy baking, staying active, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

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.