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Empowering Research Mavericks: Zachary Foley’s Journey with ASSURE

Zachary Foley’s involvement in the ASSURE program reflects his strong desire for research autonomy. His motivation stemmed from a desire to delve into the relationships between bald cypress cell properties and various weather factors, envisioning the potential to uncover correlations that could inform future investigations into streamflow seasonality. Through the program, he honed skills like grant writing and budget management, crucial for success in modern academia. Under the guidance of his mentor Dr. Nate Jones, Zachary embarked on a journey […]

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Unlocking Neurological Insights: The ASSURE Program Journey of Josie Zachman

This ASSURE Program story showcases the incredible journey of Josie Zachman, a dedicated researcher whose investigation into neurological differences between autistic and neurotypical subjects yielded insightful findings. Guided by the support of her mentor, Dr. Rajesh Kana, and fellow researcher, Dr. Smitha Karavallil Achuthan, Josie embarked on a rigorous investigation utilizing fMRI data analysis techniques. Through the financial assistance provided by the ASSURE grant, Josie not only conducted groundbreaking research but also presented her findings at prestigious conferences, further contributing […]

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ASSURE Program Presents Stories of Success

ASSURE program is introducing a series spotlighting the extraordinary success stories of undergraduate researchers from the College of Arts and Sciences. From scientific breakthroughs to social innovations, each publication highlights the passion and ingenuity of our students. Join us in celebrating their resilience and brilliance—because every research triumph is a step toward making a lasting impact on the world. Morgan Holder, pursuing dual majors in dance and English alongside a minor in the Blount Scholars Program, received funding through ASSURE […]

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Fall 2021/Spring 2022 ASSURE Funding Winners

Fall 2021 Humanities and Fine Arts Dance Alabama Film Festival Student: Olivia Phillips Major: Dance Award Amount: $850.00 Mentor: Dr. Rebecca Salzer Department: Theatre & Dance Mathematics and Natural Sciences The effects of Parkinsonian symptoms expressed in genetically manipulated Drosophila melanogaster: a model to study human diseases Student: Cole Witte Major: Biology Award Amount: $1,000.00 Mentor: Dr. Anathbandhu Chaudhuri Department: Biological Sciences Spectroscopic analysis of highly valent Fe(IV) intermediate in 3-mercaptopropanoic acid through a structural and spectroscopic probe Student: Joshua R. […]

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