Molecular Imaging Center - Washington University in St. Louis

Lynne Collins

My background is molecular biology. I have performed research in areas including drosphila, mouse and human library screening, vector construction for ko mice, reproductive development and function, and human placenta differentiation.

Cores affiliated with:
    Molecular Reporter Core

Silvia Collins

I joined the lab in February 2002. My interest is organic synthesis. The focus of my research involves synthesis and chemical analysis of new imaging molecules (peptides, nucleosides, etc)

Cores affiliated with:
    Molecular Imaging Chemistry Core

Scott E. Harpstrite, M.S.

I joined the laboratory in November 2001. My research is focused on discovering new molecular imaging reagents. This includes synthesis and biochemical analysis of radio-labeled metal-polydentates, peptides, and small organics.

Cores affiliated with:
    Molecular Imaging Chemistry Core

Erin N. Jackson

I have been a member of the Piwnica-Worms Lab since the summer of 2003. I help facilitate many collaborations our lab has with other groups as well as maintain correspondence dealing with the Molecular Reporter Core. In addition, I manage and maintain the NanoSPECT/CT in vivo imager.

Cores affiliated with:
    Molecular Reporter Core

Jayne Marasa

I am the manager of the High Throughput Screening Core (HTC), which is in the McDonnell Research Sciences Bldg. The core offers an integrated resource supporting large format screens. Functioning as a User or Service facility, the HTC provides access to instrumentation, chemical and siRNA libraries, expertise in automation, and assistance in assay development. Any cell-based, chemical, or high-content screen, such as for chemical genetics and drug discovery, may be performed in a well supported, collaborative environment. Faculty, students, post-docs, and staff may use the facility, and have the opportunity to learn about and operate a world-class high-tech automation system.

Cores affiliated with:
    High Throughput Core

Julie L. Prior

I am the Research Laboratory Supervisor for Dave Piwnica-Worms’ lab and the Molecular Imaging Center. I am generally the person to contact for questions or if problems occur in the lab. I am involved in a variety of in vivo imaging projects within our lab and in collaboration with other investigators at the university. I am also responsible for Environmental and Radiation Safety, as well as animal protocols and other lab management and maintenance issues.

Jin-Wu Sun

As a staff scientist working in both Dave and Helen Piwnica-Worms' laboratories. Responsible for designing, constructing and verifing the knock out, knock in and transgenic targeting vectors. As well as many report, mutated and other purpose vector constructions.

Cores affiliated with:
    Molecular Reporter Core

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