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Sarah MorleyChemistry '18Research Project: Investigating Chemical Reactions using Millifluidic Devices
My internship focuses on using 3D modeling software to design and print milifluidic reaction channels. This internship has taught me that no field is isolated. I'm technically researching physical chemistry, but in the process I'm using math, engineering, physics, and computer science.
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Robert BenjaminBiology '17Internship: Pediatric Epilepsy Clinical Researcher at Boston Children’s Hospital
I’m conducting a research study on rescue medications in pediatric epilepsy in conjunction with a research fellow. Each day I go to the hospital and enroll patients into this clinical trial. I also have the opportunity to shadow world-class neurologists at the clinic and in the ICU.
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Stephen JohnsonBiology with a concentration in Physical Therapy '16Internship: Physical Therapy Assistant at Worcester Physical Therapy; Post-Grad Plans: Doctor of Physical Therapy at Boston University
With over 100 hours of handling clients with neurological, cardiopulmonary, vestibular, orthopedic, integumentary, issues; I learned a myriad of “soft skills” that cannot be learned from any textbook. I learned how to communicate my ideas and treatment plans to patients and aid them in effectively executing treatment plans under the guidance of licensed Physical Therapists. I also learned the importance of building rapport with clients, which I believe has set a solid foundation for me as I begin my studies and career as a future healthcare professional.
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Elizabeth DiLoretoBiology with a concentration in Neuroscience '17Internship: Undergraduate Intern of the Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology Department at UMASS Medical School
My internship taught me how little I know. Being around people who have been so immersed in their field for so long showed the passion that one can develop for their field. This application-based learning really helped me to have a greater appreciation for what I was learning in the classroom. It also helped me to be more comfortable in the class labs, allowing me to help others with the concepts I already understood.
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Dr. Michele Lemons, Rachel Avard, Michaela Temple and Monika RettlerNatural SciencesProject Name: Molecular Mechanisms of Neural Development
“I enjoy working with Assumption students and unlocking new mysteries about neuronal development. It’s extremely gratifying to carefully plan and execute a series of experiments with students and to ultimately (hopefully) obtain data that unveils a novel understanding about molecular mechanisms of neural development. It’s thrilling to be the first to answer a scientific question that no one else has answered! It is equally thrilling to see the ‘ah ha’ moment in students eyes as they make new discoveries in the lab after investing a lot of work and effort in their projects. Research in the lab is challenging and Assumption students bring a source of energy, dedication and optimism that are important factors for success.” - Dr. Michele Lemons
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Dr. Jessica McCready, Juan Toscano, Carmino Riccio and Robert BenjaminNatural SciencesProject Name: The role of Tumor Microenvironment in Pregnancy Associated Breast Cancer
"Conducting research highlights the importance of the material we teach in the classroom. As science professors we try to stress the importance of what we teach to real life. Once the student arrives in the research lab, he or she begins to see how important the lecture material becomes since we use our knowledge of biology all the time in the lab. These research projects offer a great opportunity to work closely with a professor and we form close relationships with our research students that last beyond the students’ time at Assumption." - Dr. Jessica McCready