Meet The Team

Dr. Liu completed his graduate studies at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) at the University of Saskatchewan and then pursued postdoctoral training at the University of Chicago and the Cleveland Clinic. He is enthusiastic about training junior scientists and is dedicated to creating a research environment that embraces care and inspiration. He loves dogs and GTA and promises to keep his virtual crime sprees separate from his science!

Dr. Chang received his Ph.D. in Microbiology from National Taiwan University and completed his first postdoctoral training at Academia Sinica in Taiwan before joining McGill for his second postdoctoral position. He is interested in understanding virus–host interactions in HBV and HIV-1, with a particular focus on how host antiviral factors recognize and restrict viral RNAs. In the Liu lab, he hopes to further explore how viral deISGylation regulates antiviral innate immunity. Outside the lab, Kyle enjoys exploring new places, trying different foods, and taking photos—he is currently preparing himself to survive his first Montreal winter!

Danni completed her Master's program at Queen's University, Belfast. She then worked in the R&D department at Virogin Biotech as an mRNA assistant researcher, contributing to the development of a self-amplifying mRNA vaccine backbone and its application in cancer immunotherapy. In the Liu lab, she focuses on understanding the coronavirus RNA genome replication and transcription mechanisms. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling around the world.

Emily completed her M.Sc. at Queen’s University in the Colpitts and Gee labs where she studied Dengue virus NS1 and TLR4 interactions. She then spent two years studying highly pathogenic avian influenza in mammals before joining the Liu lab. Emily’s doctoral research focuses on understanding how ISG15 modulates TLR signalling during coronavirus infection. When not in the lab, Emily can be found swimming, hiking, and exploring some of Montreal’s many cafes and restaurants! 

Jinglin completed his Master's program at Université Paris-Saclay. During his studies in France, he conducted research at Institut Pasteur, using confocal microscopy to investigate the role of RSV structural proteins in vRNP transport. In the Liu lab, he focuses on how SARS-CoV-2 non-structural proteins function in viral genome replication. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking and singing at karaoke.

Charlie graduated from the IHI program at McGill, where he dived into the fascinating world of post-translational modification of viral proteins. Now as a Master's student in the Liu lab, he's continuing this exciting journey. When he's not busy with cells and plasmids, you can find him enjoying a ride on his trusty bike, getting lost in fiction, or exploring every café the town has to offer.

Roan is currently an undergraduate student completing his honours project in the Liu lab. His project focuses on developing a minireplicon system for coronaviruses, providing a framework to investigate viral replication mechanisms and host-virus interactions in BSL-2 laboratory settings. Outside of his time in the lab, Roan enjoys crocheting, reading, and watching horror movies.

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Fergie's hit the sweet 16 and she's still thriving despite a few minor health hiccups! That little cataract in her eyes? It's no match for her innocent gaze! With an insatiable appetite for treats, she's a living testament to the power of determination and the joy of success in research. Here's to many more years of adventures together!