People
Dr. Hanna is from Indiana and completed his undergraduate studies at Purdue University, earning a B.S. in Molecular Biology. He went on to complete his Ph.D. in Experimental Pathology at Yale University. He became a Postdoctoral Associate at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. In 2019, he founded the Hanna Lab at Purdue University, his alma mater. In Dr. Hanna's free time, he enjoys snowboarding and playing soccer.
Ant is from the island North Haven, Maine. He earned his BS in Biochemistry at Northeastern University in 2017 before spending 3 years as a Research Associate in the Cancer Cell Line Factory at The Broad Institute. Ant’s project includes investigating miRNA dysregulation in rare vascular cancers. When not in the lab, he enjoys cooking and hanging out with his axolotl, Edwin.
Nimod is from Sri Lanka. He graduated in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from Colombo University, Sri Lanka, and obtained his master's degree at Jeju National University, South Korea. Nimod joined the lab in May 2021. His current studies are focused on identifying novel therapeutic targets in angiosarcoma. Nimod enjoys playing sports, including Hockey, Cricket, and Rugby. He also loves to go on hikes, camping, and play outdoor games in his free time.
Basilia is from China. She finished her bachelor’s degree in Laboratory Science at Dalian Medical University and her master’s degree in Internal Medicine at Capital University in China. After having a gap year, she was admitted by the Ph.D. Program at Purdue. She joined the lab in 2022. When not in the lab, she enjoys working out and playing tennis.
Yuvraj Khulbe
Undergrad student
ykhulbe@purdue.edu
Yuvraj is an undergraduate student from India pursuing a Biomedical Health Sciences degree with a Pre-Med concentration at Purdue University. He joined the lab in September 2024 and works under Nimod, focusing on identifying novel therapeutic targets for angiosarcoma. When not in the lab, Yuvraj enjoys playing video games and chess, as well as participating in sports, including cricket, soccer, and boxing. He also has a passion for traveling and exploring new places.
Ashlie Rose Beuter
Undergrad student
abeuter@purdue.edu
Ashlie is an undergraduate student from Indiana working towards a bachelor’s degree in biology with a pre-medicine focus at Purdue University. She joined the lab in August 2024, where she works under Basilia to study the role of microRNAs in angiosarcoma development. In her free time, Ashlie enjoys playing the flute for Purdue Bands and Orchestras, spending time with family and friends, and reading.
Ashlyn Paige Barber
Undergrad student
barber70@purdue.edu
Ashlyn is an undergraduate student from Indiana studying Biomedical Health Sciences with a Pre-Med concentration at Purdue. She plans to attend medical school in the fall of 2027. Ashlyn joined the lab in August 2024. Beyond her academic pursuits, she participates in a dance company at Purdue and enjoys scrapbooking and traveling in her free time.
Lab Alumni
Emma Terwilliger -- Undergraduate Researcher
Hannah Maluvac -- Research Technician
Samuel Hartzler -- Undergraduate Researcher
Mae Shu -- Undergraduate Researcher
Tripti Bera -- Research Technician
Elise Abney -- Undergraduate Researcher
Jillian Stachon -- Undergraduate Researcher
Madison Yates -- Undergraduate Researcher
Lauren Gartenhaus -- Undergraduate Researcher
Annaleigh Powell Benton -- Ph.D. Candidate
