Team
Principle Investigator
DR. ANNE M. BROWN | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF RESEARCH AND INFORMATICS | UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
My research focuses on leveraging computational modeling to investigate biological phenomena at the atomistic level. My team employs advanced computational and bioinformatic tools to bolster research efforts across campus. I am primarily interested in utilizing data and technology to improve health outcomes, especially surrounding mental and cognitive health (Alzheimer's disease, dementia, PTSD, etc). Additionally, my work encompasses studying best practices for employing health data in both academic research and training. This extends to the adoption of innovative teaching methods in experiential learning, aiming to enhance student engagement and computational skills.
2020 - present - Affiliate Faculty, Academy of Integrated Science
2017 - present - Assistant Professor, Science Informatics Consultant and Health Analytics Coordinator, Research and Informatics - University Libraries, Virginia Tech [Curriculum vitae] [Google Scholar]
2016 - present - Adjunct Faculty, Department of Biochemistry
2016 - 2017 - Data and Informatics Consultant for the Sciences, Virginia Tech
2016 - Ph.D., Biochemistry, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
2015 - Graduate Teaching Scholar
2010 - B.S. Biochemistry and Physics, Roanoke College
Not Pictured: Kristal Hines-Pressley (HIV), Ben Yost (Ribosomes), Rachel Beuschel (PilB), Allison Pennington (Amyloid) , Emma Cleveland (Amyloid), Jacob Hanrahn, Jordan Rhodes, Kaley Chinoy, Anastazja Kiselka, Jackie Leon-Hernandez, Nethra Rajshkumar
Wonder why the lab name has changed? Dave Bevan retired in 2018 and given the momentum the research lab had. Anne Brown’s new appointment as an Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech made sense to keep building and growing to do the best science and enrich the education of undergraduate students through experiential learning. In 2021 Bevan’s name was retired from the lab, resulting in the Brown Lab.
Previous Principle Investigator
Dr. David Bevan | Professor of Biochemistry
Research interests focus on the application of computational molecular modeling to elucidate the relationship between structure, function, and dynamics of biomolecules. Techniques routinely applied include homology modeling, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulation. Several biomolecular systems under investigation include the amyloid beta-peptide, G-protein coupled receptors, HIV envelope glycoprotein, and sphingosine kinases. Specific research interests involve enzyme design, protein-ligand binding affinities, and the relationship between structural dynamics and function.
2017 - College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Outstanding Faculty Mentor
2017 - Virginia Tech Academy of Faculty Leadership
2016 - College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Diversity Enhancement Award Mentor
2013 - Outstanding Dissertation Advisor, STEM Area, Virginia Tech
2013 - 2018 - Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Virginia Tech
1986-2013 - Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Virginia Tech
1980-1986 - Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Virginia Tech
1978-1980 - Postdoctoral, Gray Freshwater Biological Institute
1978 - Ph.D., Chemistry, Northwestern University
1975 - M.S., Chemistry, Northwestern University
1970 - B.S., Chemistry, Marietta College
Past Graduate Students
