Team member

Moe Lay

Undergraduate (Microbiology)

(11/2025 - present)

molay@ucsc.edu

Fun Fact: If I have a plan, I’ll probably have a backup, and then a backup for the backup.

Area of focus: circadian cell biology

Ask me for help with: TBD (I am still learning!)

Bio

I am a Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer and Regents Scholar, majoring in Microbiology. After graduation, I plan to pursue graduate studies, and build a long-term career in academic research. Whenever time allows, I love taking every road, enjoying small adventures, and connecting with loved ones.

As of Fall 2026, Moe has been admitted to the METX 4+1 program.