Austin Trotter 2025 CURE Research Fellow

Senior, Neuroscience and Psychology major

Research Mentor: Martha Tillson - College of Arts and Sciences, Sociology

Supported by the Substance Use Disorder Research Priority Area (SUPRA)

Project Title: "An Analysis of Substance Use-Related Stigma: Understanding How Experiences of Stigma Influence Treatment Utilization"

How will this summer research fellowship support your research efforts?

“The CURE fellowship will support my research efforts by allowing me to stay in Lexington this summer. It will also support my research efforts by giving me the opportunity to present my research at the end of the summer" 

Why is research important?

“Research is important because it pushes the limits of human knowledge."

What advice would you give to other UK students thinking about doing research?

“Do not be afraid to reach out to mentors doing work that interests you. Or go to the OUR if you need help finding one."