Congratulations to Bianca Halcomb, selected for a 2026 Kathryn K. and James D. Steele Fellowship and a 2026 Matthew & Jan Parker Krause Scholar!

“My name is Bianca, and I am a rising senior majoring in Chemistry with a minor in Business Administration. I am currently a member of Dr. Zhifei Yan’s research group, where I study ion transport in nanopipettes for electrochemical applications. Outside of the laboratory, I serve as a Peer Mentor and Ambassador for the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, as well as a Resident and Desk Assistant for U of A Housing. I am also involved in Ardor Dance Company, LOCKS Junior Honorary, and serve as a U of A Campus Ambassador. 

After graduation, I plan to pursue a PhD in Analytical Chemistry. I am sincerely grateful to receive these awards, as they help alleviate the financial burden of college and allow me to focus more fully on my academic development and research goals." ~ Bianca