Congratulations to Kia Hashemi, selected as a Michael A. Wells Undergraduate Research in Biological Sciences Scholar!

Congratulations to Kia Hashemi, selected as a Michael A. Wells Undergraduate Research in Biological Sciences Scholar! 

"I am Kia, a Biochemistry student at the University of Arizona and an undergraduate research assistant in Dr. Loy’s lab, where I work under the mentorship of PI Mariposa Cox. Her research focuses on polymer chemistry, particularly the synthesis and characterization of polyacrylamide hydrogels and their material properties. Through this work, we study how these materials behave and change, which has potential to be applied in real-life systems. After moving to the United States two years ago, I chose to pursue my education at the University of Arizona, where I could establish and build a strong foundation in research. With the support of my lab and mentors, I have had the opportunity to participate in the Undergraduate Poster Symposium and further develop my scientific communication skills. So, this scholarship will support my research and help me pursuing my long-term goals in science." ~ Kia