My name is Sydney Cleavenger and I am a graduate (M.S.) student in the Environmental Science program at the University of Arizona. My research focus is soil microbial ecology, specifically, the effect of land use on microbial composition and function in the soil and vegetation associated with the mesquite (Prosopis velutina).
My name is Bhumika Phanindra. I am a senior at the University of Arizona majoring in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science (NSCS) with a minor in Biochemistry. I have been working with Dr. Melissa Halpern for the past two years to study the effects of secondary bile acids on Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC), a disease that is characterized by the necrotic inflammation in the colon. I am particularly interested to study the effects of secondary bile acids on tight junctions and if it increases susceptibility to NEC. Moving forward, I aspire to become a physician and contribute my efforts in a clinical setting. Aside from academics, I enjoy spending time with my friends, dancing and painting! The music for Thesis Thursday is from Crowander, the name of this track is “Your Eyes” ...
Caleb Kim currently studies Biochemistry and Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Arizona. He hopes to work in clinical laboratories related to genomics and molecular diagnostics after he graduates in the spring of the upcoming year. While being a student, he has a wonderful opportunity teaching introductory labs at the UA part time. He also loves the occasional afternoon nap, like the rest of us. This episode was recorded at KXCI’s Congress Street Studio by Bridgitte Thum. It was edited with assistance from Michelle Ochoa. ...
Margaret moved to Dewey-Humboldt in 2014, retiring from a 30 year career in public service and education in La Paz County. She received a BS in Criminal Justice from ASU. Since moving to Yavapai County she has become interested and involved in water harvesting, gardening and hobby farming. She welcomes the opportunity to engage with local Citizen Scientists in Project Harvest. (And the name…well, that’s just coincidental…though you probably won’t forget it!) Hosted by Monica Ramirez-Andreotta Recorded and Edited by Bridgitte Thum ...
