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 am currently a senior at the university and had the opportunity to go on the greatest adventure of my life. I was fortunate...
SONY DSC Hello! My name is Casey Calderon and I’m a sophomore majoring in Physiology and Theatre Arts. I’m Tucson born and raised and...
I am an Arizona native, born and raised in Nogales. I graduated from Nogales High School and came to the University of Arizona to...
