Alexus Roberts
My research focuses on how morphological innovations affect the evolutionary and kinematic patterns of fish feeding structures. More specifically, I use morphological data, ecomorphology, and phylogenetic comparative methods to understand macroevolutionary patterns and potential constraints within feeding structures. As an African American woman in STEM, I understand the challenges that people of color face in academia. I recognize that my success is due, in part, to the people who mentored me throughout my undergraduate years. Thus I volunteer my time as a mentor because I would like to play that same role in the lives of others.
Sophie Zhu
My research focuses on the transmission of Toxoplasma gondii in marine systems but I also have experience with mathematical modeling of viral disease and population health assessments. I volunteer my time as a mentor because I was also a transfer student and want to offer my help to make the transition experience easier. One piece of advice I would give to students interested in research is to talk to multiple professors to gauge not only your interest but theirs as well!
Noah Siegel
My research focuses on characterizing the lung microbiome during infancy and how its disruption can lead to complications during Adulthood. My experience is in metagenomic and transcriptomic sequencing. I come from the CSU system, which, historically, has less research Opportunities than most UCs. I chose to volunteer as a mentor because I want to ensure UCD students can take full advantage of research prospects offered at Davis.
Alexus Roberts 2
My research focuses on how morphological innovations affect the evolutionary and kinematic patterns of fish feeding structures. More specifically, I use morphological data, ecomorphology, and phylogenetic comparative methods to understand macroevolutionary patterns and potential constraints within feeding structures. As an African American woman in STEM, I understand the challenges that people of color face in academia. I recognize that my success is due, in part, to the people who mentored me throughout my undergraduate years. Thus I volunteer my time as a mentor because I would like to play that same role in the lives of others.
Sophie Zhu 2
My research focuses on the transmission of Toxoplasma gondii in marine systems but I also have experience with mathematical modeling of viral disease and population health assessments. I volunteer my time as a mentor because I was also a transfer student and want to offer my help to make the transition experience easier. One piece of advice I would give to students interested in research is to talk to multiple professors to gauge not only your interest but theirs as well!
Noah Siegel 2
My research focuses on characterizing the lung microbiome during infancy and how its disruption can lead to complications during Adulthood. My experience is in metagenomic and transcriptomic sequencing. I come from the CSU system, which, historically, has less research Opportunities than most UCs. I chose to volunteer as a mentor because I want to ensure UCD students can take full advantage of research prospects offered at Davis.