Biography

Hayden is currently a second-year Ph.D. student in the lab.  Originally from Scarborough Maine, he completed his B.S. in chemistry at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine.  His undergraduate research focused on synthesizing β-lactam antibacterials under Dr. Yi Jin Kim Gorske.  He is excited to continue working in drug discovery for his Ph.D.  His interests outside the lab include reading, cooking, and having fun with friends.  

Highlighted awards: 

  • Maine Section of the American Chemical Society Outstanding Student Award 2021: Awarded by the American Chemical Society for an outstanding undergraduate researcher working within the state of Maine.
  • Timothy J O’Connor Chemistry Award 2021: Award given to graduating senior excelling in chemistry research.