My name is Maria E. Macias. I’m a Junior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a minor in Mexican American Studies. I do research in Dr. Daniela Zarnescu’s lab which uses fruit flies as a model for ALS. The project I work on looks at the metabolic dysregulation in ALS, specifically how a glycolytic enzyme called phosphofructokinase could mitigate oxidative stress.
Outside of the lab I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, binge-watching shows, and spending time in nature.
I was born in Mexico City and came to the United States at the age of nine years old. Going back and forth between...
Erica is a senior studying molecular and cellular biology (MCB) and biomedical biology with minors in music and public health. She conducts research in...
Leona Davis is pursuing a MA in Environmental Learning, and holds a BS from University of Arizona in Rangeland Management. Leona‘s work with Project...
