{"id":111318,"date":"2021-09-02T08:39:12","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T12:39:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webapp2.wright.edu\/web1\/newsroom\/?p=111318"},"modified":"2021-09-02T09:46:29","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T13:46:29","slug":"five-undergraduate-students-receive-women-in-science-research-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webapp2.wright.edu\/web1\/newsroom\/2021\/09\/02\/five-undergraduate-students-receive-women-in-science-research-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Five undergraduate students receive Women in Science research awards"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>A Wright State University program that enhances the educational and professional success of female students and faculty members in STEMM disciplines has awarded its latest round of scholarships.<\/p>\n

The Women in Science Giving Circle<\/a> is a philanthropic program in which donors pool their money to create opportunities that help to boost the success of women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine.<\/p>\n

Every year the Women in Science Giving Circle awards student scholarships of $1,500 and faculty grants of $5,000. Since its founding, it has raised more than $150,000 and awarded 42 student scholarships and 20 faculty grants.<\/p>\n

The 2021\u201322 Women in Science Giving Circle scholarships were awarded to five undergraduate students majoring in biological sciences, neuroscience, medical laboratory science and materials science and engineering:<\/p>\n

Biological sciences major<\/a> Jeemi Shah<\/strong> studies insect respiratory physiology. The goal of her research project is to elucidate the process of respiratory gas exchange in the Tobacco Hornworm.<\/p>\n

\u201cJeemi has demonstrated the excellent characteristics of enthusiasm for learning, an independent motivation to learn new things and a fascination for discovery,\u201d said Lynn Hartzler, Ph.D., associate professor of biological sciences.<\/p>\n

The research by materials science and engineering major<\/a> Sabrina D’Alesandro<\/strong> focuses on image processing techniques.<\/p>\n

\u201cHer current research performance as an undergraduate is a testament towards future contributions in breadth of research areas,\u201d said Joy Gockel, Ph.D., former assistant professor of mechanical and materials engineering. \u201cSabrina is well-prepared to continue technical contributions as an asset and a leader within the community.\u201d<\/p>\n

Maureen Roddy<\/strong>, a medical laboratory science major<\/a>, contributes to research examining the potential for sediments dredged from Lake Erie to be used as a soil amendment on degraded soils.<\/p>\n

\u201cMaureen stands out for her work ethic, positive attitude and contributions to the community, attributes which speak highly of her potential as a member of the scientific community,\u201d said Megan R\u00faa, Ph.D., assistant professor of biological sciences.<\/p>\n

Neuroscience major<\/a> Kelsie Pyle<\/strong>, an Honorable Mention recipient, focuses on research of the Rab3A protein, which may play a role in disease development.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat impressed me is how quickly Ms. Pyle learned the analysis procedures,\u201d said Kathrin Engisch, Ph.D., associate professor of neuroscience and interim dean of the College of Science and Mathematics<\/a>. \u201cShe also presented the results in an easy-to-understand way.\u201d<\/p>\n

Biological sciences major Alana Mullins<\/strong>, an Honorable Mention recipient, is involved with research of how aging plays a role in ALS, a devastating neurodegenerative disease that robs patients of the ability to move and breathe.<\/p>\n

\u201cShe is very intelligent, organized and dedicated to her studies and professional development,\u201d said Jason Diebel, Ph.D., associate professor of physics.<\/p>\n

Two faculty members were selected to each receive a $5,000 research grant:<\/p>\n

Sydney Silverstein<\/strong>, Ph.D., assistant professor of population and public health sciences<\/a>, whose research studies experiences of addiction and recovery.<\/p>\n

Melanie Marshall<\/strong>, Ph.D., assistant professor of biological sciences at the Lake Campus<\/a>, who studies the sources of excess nutrients entering streams and lakes that help create harmful algal blooms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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