Meet the Team
Dr. Ann Skulas-Ray
Dr. Chesney Richter
Dr. Chesney Richter
Dr. Skulas-Ray is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. Her research focuses on identifying and refining nutritional strategies for reducing chronic inflammation and cardiovascular disease risk. She specializes in clinical studies that investigate effects of omega-3 fatty acids and
Dr. Skulas-Ray is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. Her research focuses on identifying and refining nutritional strategies for reducing chronic inflammation and cardiovascular disease risk. She specializes in clinical studies that investigate effects of omega-3 fatty acids and plant bioactives on lipids/lipoproteins, inflammation, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, brachial and central blood pressure, indices of arterial stiffness, and other cardiovascular disease risk factors. She has been an investigator on 15 clinical studies and has 37 publications in the areas of inflammation, nutrition, and cardiovascular research, including 4 book chapters and 2 encyclopedia entries.
Dr. Chesney Richter
Dr. Chesney Richter
Dr. Chesney Richter
Dr. Chesney Richter is a Research Scientist in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. She began working with Dr. Skulas-Ray while she was a graduate student at Penn State University. She and Dr. Skulas-Ray share an interest in clinical studies that investigate the health effects of omega-3 fatty acids and pla
Dr. Chesney Richter is a Research Scientist in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. She began working with Dr. Skulas-Ray while she was a graduate student at Penn State University. She and Dr. Skulas-Ray share an interest in clinical studies that investigate the health effects of omega-3 fatty acids and plant bioactives. Outside of the lab, Chesney loves running, hiking, reading, and politics.
Danielle Cummings
Dr. Chesney Richter
Danielle Cummings
Danielle is the Director of Research Operations in the FBH Lab. She is a graduate of the Molecular and Cellular Biology and Nutritional Science Departments at the University of Arizona. While at the UofA, she was the Community Outreach Coordinator for Women in Medicine and Science and was actively involved in AED and Mortar Board. Daniell
Danielle is the Director of Research Operations in the FBH Lab. She is a graduate of the Molecular and Cellular Biology and Nutritional Science Departments at the University of Arizona. While at the UofA, she was the Community Outreach Coordinator for Women in Medicine and Science and was actively involved in AED and Mortar Board. Danielle was an undergraduate student in the FBH lab where she worked closely with Ann on multiple studies. Additionally, she was a Patient Experience Intern at Banner Health. She has a passion for medicine and helping others and is planning on pursuing medical school. Danielle loves staying active by competing in triathlon, hiking, and skiing. She is also a wedding cake baker, artist, and a photographer.
Kelli Richardson
Kelli Richardson
Kelli Richardson
Kelli is a first year Ph.D. student in the University of Arizona’s Nutritional Sciences Graduate Program, and she is completing her first lab rotation in the FBH Lab. Kelli graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Community-Medical Nutrition and Dietetics from Viterbo University, located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and she is now an RDN. He
Kelli is a first year Ph.D. student in the University of Arizona’s Nutritional Sciences Graduate Program, and she is completing her first lab rotation in the FBH Lab. Kelli graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Community-Medical Nutrition and Dietetics from Viterbo University, located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and she is now an RDN. Her experiences as a supplemental instructor for Anatomy & Physiology and as a researcher with the Chief Dietitian of the Federal Bureau of Prisons has led her to pursue her Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences. She hopes to work in academia in the future. Kelli lives with her partner, Dillon, and their two cats, Simba and Boots. In her free time, Kelli enjoys going on walks, playing fetch with Boots, and facetiming her family who lives in Minnesota.
Garrett Kull
Kelli Richardson
Kelli Richardson
Garrett is currently a senior at the University of Arizona studying Nutritional Sciences, and he is working towards attending PA school. At the UofA, he is involved with the Sports Nutrition Club where he served as the Secretary and is currently the Vice President. Garrett has also worked as the Public Relations and Community Service Chai
Garrett is currently a senior at the University of Arizona studying Nutritional Sciences, and he is working towards attending PA school. At the UofA, he is involved with the Sports Nutrition Club where he served as the Secretary and is currently the Vice President. Garrett has also worked as the Public Relations and Community Service Chairman for his fraternity. He has volunteered at Banner University Medicine Obesity and Bariatric Surgery Center. Additionally, he is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. Garrett loves staying active, working out, and traveling to learn about new cultures and see new places.
Isaac Molina
Kelli Richardson
Isaac Molina
Isaac is currently a senior at the University of Arizona studying Nutritional Sciences. He previously worked with Dr. Jennifer Teske as an undergraduate research lab assistant where he studied the role of estradiol in weight gain due to sleep disruptions and cafeteria food dieting. He also was an active member on her journal club. Isaac l
Isaac is currently a senior at the University of Arizona studying Nutritional Sciences. He previously worked with Dr. Jennifer Teske as an undergraduate research lab assistant where he studied the role of estradiol in weight gain due to sleep disruptions and cafeteria food dieting. He also was an active member on her journal club. Isaac loves soccer and has participated in intramural soccer where he was the captain in Spring 2018. He is interested in working in a clinical nutrition and growing his knowledge of clinical trials. Outside of school, Isaac enjoys CrossFit, soccer, running, and hiking.
Carlton Igwe
Carlton Igwe
Carlton Igwe
Carlton is a recent graduate of the University of Arizona where he studied Nutritional Sciences and Biochemistry. While at UofA, he helped start Helping Hands, a volunteer club on campus. He also volunteered with Tucson Community Food Bank. He ultimately wants to become a pediatric orthopedic surgeon and have his own practice. Outside of
Carlton is a recent graduate of the University of Arizona where he studied Nutritional Sciences and Biochemistry. While at UofA, he helped start Helping Hands, a volunteer club on campus. He also volunteered with Tucson Community Food Bank. He ultimately wants to become a pediatric orthopedic surgeon and have his own practice. Outside of school, he loves reading, hanging out with friends, and playing basketball.
Henry Walsh
Carlton Igwe
Carlton Igwe
Henry is a senior at the University of Arizona studying Nutritional Sciences and Physiology. He is currently in the process of applying for M.S. in Athletic Training as he has always loved being around athletes and wanted to make a career out of the health and wellness of professional athletes. At UofA he has been involved with the Univer
Henry is a senior at the University of Arizona studying Nutritional Sciences and Physiology. He is currently in the process of applying for M.S. in Athletic Training as he has always loved being around athletes and wanted to make a career out of the health and wellness of professional athletes. At UofA he has been involved with the University of Arizona Women’s Basketball Team as a practice player where he helps them improve their strength and skills at each practice. He has also been involved with the Sports Nutrition club where he served as the Vice President before becoming Co-President this year. Additionally, he works as a prep room assistant for the chemistry and organic chemistry labs here on campus. Outside of school, he enjoys staying active by working out, being outdoors, playing basketball, and surfing.