What we’re about
Welcome to Team Proteus, a student-led research collective born in 2023 under the mentorship of Dr. Sandy Fox-Moon. What started as a focused project on Proteus mirabilis and biofilm assays has grown into a dynamic hub of curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration.
Now in Summer 2025, two of our own have stepped into leadership roles as student research mentors. Together, we guide the next wave of community college researchers through hands-on lab skills, critical thinking sessions (we call them Thoughtful Thursdays), soft skill development, and the most important scientific tool of all—asking great questions.
Our projects have expanded to include:
🧫 Probiotics & Microbiome Research
🧬 Genetics & Molecular Techniques
🌊 Microplastics & Environmental Science
💊 Antimicrobial Testing
Whether you’re prepping to transfer to a 4-year university or simply want to explore where you fit in the world of research, Team Proteus is a space to grow, laugh, fail forward, and find your scientific spark.
📸 Follow us on Instagram @theteamproteus for researcher spotlights, blooper reels, and behind-the-scenes views of our experiments.
This is a private, invite-only group for current and prospective members of Team Proteus.