Jinmin Zhang
I am a postdoctoral fellow in Dr. Hsu’s lab. I graduated from the University of North Texas Health Science Center with a PhD degree in Biomedical Sciences in May 2024.
Xavier Chavarria
I am a junior seeking a Kinesiology degree with a concentration in health science. I am also currently enrolled in the Army ROTC program at UT San Antonio. I plan on continuing my education past graduation through a DPT program and continuing my career as a U.S Army Officer improving the physical readiness of soldiers. I’m very excited to be a part of Dr. Hsu’s Neuro-Immune Fitness Lab and learn more about immunology and how it relates to exercise science and performance.
Marco Sanchez
Hello, I am Marco Sanchez. I recently graduated from high school this past spring and began my first year as a freshman this fall semester. I am pursuing a biochemistry degree on a pre-med track. My interest in Dr. Hsu's research was his research in inflammation and how inflammation can be good and bad.
Elias Muguerza
I am a master’s student with a focus on microbiology and immunology. I find immunology super interesting, and I am looking forward to contributing to the works of Dr. Hsu, and gaining a deeper understanding about the relationship between physical health and overall health.
Thuy Pham Xuan
I am a PhD student in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology with a growing interest in immunology. I am particularly curious about how nutrition and physical activity influence immune responses. The research focus and supportive environment of Dr. Hsu’s lab are an excellent fit for my interests. I look forward to learning from and contributing meaningfully to the lab's projects
Senlin Liu (Eliot)
I am a master’s student in Kinesiology. My research interests focus on how lifestyle modifications, particularly exercise and other health behaviors, may influence immune resilience and promote healthier aging. Through my work in Dr. Hsu’s laboratory, I hope to expand my knowledge and research skills in immunology and cell biology while contributing to the lab’s ongoing research and collaborative environment.
Alex Ponce de Leon
I am currently studying Nutrition and Health Sciences at the University of Texas at San Antonio. I am especially interested in sports nutrition, exercise performance and how nutrition supports overall health and athletic goals. My focus is learning the science behind nutrition and applying it to real- world situations. Current projects include Dr. Hsu's laboratory on animal research, AI development and nutrition based sport training.
