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SAMUEL LEROSE

Samuel LeRose Major: Physics Minor: Mathematics  Research Mentor: Dr. Christopher Crawford   I enjoy research because.... "It allows me to be creative and apply my knowledge to real-world applications.."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

TIFFANY CLARK

Tiffany Clark Major: Computer Science Minor: Mathematics  Research Mentor: Dr. Brent Seales   I enjoy research because.... "I enjoy research because it offers hands-on experience, an in-depth exploration of my passion, and continuous intellectual challenges, fostering both personal and professional growth."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

CHASE EASTHAM

Chase Eastham Major: Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology Research Mentor: Dr. Peter Nagy   I enjoy research because.... "it helps me to better understand knowledge presented to me in lectures by allowing me to investigate phenomena in a hands-on way."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

ZACHARY OWEN

Zachary Owen Major: Public Policy Minor: Community & Leadership Development  Research Mentor: Dr. Cory Curl   I enjoy research because.... "I can discover solutions to real-world problems!"   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

ELLIE RICE

Ellie Rice Major: Neuroscience and Psychology Minor: Sociology  Research Mentor: Dr. Meifan Chen   I enjoy research because.... "it gives me the opportunity to learn so many things I never would have had the chance to in a traditional classroom."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

HENA KACHROO

Hena Kachroo Major: Biochemistry Research Mentor: Dr. Anne-Frances Miller   I enjoy research because.... "I enjoy research because it allows me to gain a deeper understanding of topics in science I am interested in and allows me to contribute to the growth of knowledge in a field I am passionate about."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

MARIA NATALIA ARENAS FLOREZ

Maria Natalia Arenas Florez Major: Biology Minor: Creative Writing  Research Mentor: Dr. Jakubek   I enjoy research because.... "it enables me to practically apply the knowledge gained from my classes."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "I first became interested in undergraduate research at UK when I realized that one can engage in research at any point, not just as a junior or senior."

CAREY BETH

Carey Beth Major: Human Health Sciences Research Mentor: Dr. Melinda Ickes   I enjoy research because.... "it allows me to have a positive impact on community and its citizens. My research is important to me because of the opportunity for change it can bring to the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and globally."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

NOLAN MARCUM

Nolan Marcum Major: Agriculture and Medical Biotechnology Minor: Microbiology and Appalachian Studies  Research Mentor: Dr. Luksana Chaiswing and Dr. Nathan Vanderford  

SHRIA HOLLA

Shria Holla Major: Mathematical Economics Minor: Political Science, Statistics  Research Mentor: Dr. James Ziliak   I enjoy research because.... "it allows you to answer almost any question, something seemingly impossible."   How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?