Dre Hubers
Ann Arbor
Summary
University of Michigan graduate with hands-on experience in laboratory techniques and data analysis, including HPLC and immunohistochemistry. Proven ability to manage complex projects, train staff, and support research outcomes through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead - Barista
Misfit Society Coffee Club
Ann Arbor
07.2025 - Current
- Trained new staff on coffee preparation and customer service to enhance customer experience.
- Supervised daily operations to uphold service standards and foster a cohesive team environment.
- Managed inventory to maintain optimal supply levels for smooth operations.
Research Assistant
Michigan Medicine Radiology
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Assessed binding of cold compounds to mu opioid receptors on human amygdala using biochemical assays and autoradiography, contributing to understanding opioid receptor interactions.
- Developed DABCO-Meldrum's Acid reagent for functionalization of indoles and selectively transformed this reagent into amides in presence of esters, enhancing synthetic pathways.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects in medical imaging.
Study Group Facilitator
University of Michigan LSA
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Led study groups in physics, biology, and organic chemistry, enhancing peer understanding and collaboration.
- Collaborated with faculty to align group activities with curriculum objectives, fostering student engagement.
- Developed educational materials tailored to diverse learning styles, supporting individual student success.
Research Assistant
Michigan Medicine Internal Medicine
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed weekly lab upkeep, including mouse colony genotyping, immunostaining, and imaging analysis, supporting researchers in experiments and compiling data.
- Conducted glucose and insulin tolerance tests in murine models to evaluate metabolic function, including glucose intolerance and insulin resistance
- Performed mouse islet isolation and maintained cell cultures to support experimental workflow
Education
Chemistry BS, History of Art BS -
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI04-2025
Skills
- QPCR, BCA, ELISA, SDS-PAGE
- Gel electrophoresis
- Immunohistochemistry
- Slide immunostaining & imaging
- Plasmid purification
- Cell culture
- Mouse islet isolation
- Cryostat tissue sectioning
- HPLC, GC-MS, NMR, IR
- Autoradiography
- Imaris microscopy image analysis
- Analytical chemistry techniques
Publications
- Walker, E. M., Pearson, G. L., Lawlor, N., Stendahl, A. M., Lietzke, A., Sidarala, V., Zhu, J., Stromer T., Reck, C.R., Li, J., Levi-D'Ancona, E., Pasmooij, M. B., Hubers, D. L., ... & Soleimanpour, S. A., 2025, Retrograde mitochondrial signaling governs the identity and maturity of metabolic tissues., Science, 388, 6743, eadf2034
- Levi-D'Ancona, E., Walker, E. M., Zhu, J., Deng, Y., Sidarala, V., Stendahl, A. M., Reck, E. C., Henry-Kanarek, B. A., Hubers, D. L., ... & Soleimanpour, S. A., 2025, TRAF6 integrates innate immune signals to regulate glucose homeostasis via Parkin-dependent and-independent mitophagy., bioRxiv, 2025-01
- Li, J., Deng, Y., Gasser, M., Zhu, J., Walker, E. M., Sidarala, V., Reck, E. C., Hubers, D. L., ... & Soleimanpour, S. A., 2025, LONP1 regulation of mitochondrial protein folding provides insight into beta cell failure in type 2 diabetes., Nature Metabolism, 1-23
Awards Presentations
- 03/01/22, William J. Branstrom Freshman Prize, Ranking within the top 5% of all first year LSA students.
- 12/01/23, James B. Angell Scholar, 7 semesters of all A's and university honors.
- 12/01/23, University of Michigan Pioneer Fellows Symposium (Poster), Dre L. Hubers, Jason A. Witek, Peter J. H. Scott. Development of a DABCO-Meldrum's Acid Reagent for the Functionalization of Indoles.
Timeline
Shift Lead - Barista
Misfit Society Coffee Club
07.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Michigan Medicine Radiology
05.2023 - 04.2025
Study Group Facilitator
University of Michigan LSA
08.2022 - 04.2025
Research Assistant
Michigan Medicine Internal Medicine
05.2022 - 01.2024
Chemistry BS, History of Art BS -
University of Michigan