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Christian Paulos

Working with the great faculty members at ISCRM was an amazing opportunity to engage with lab-based science and understand what it’s like to be a researcher!

2024 Bothell Fellow, Sniadecki and Qu Lab (Bioengineering, Mechanobiology, Tendon)
As an ISCRM-Bothell Fellow, Christian Paulos conducted research with the Sniadecki and Qu Labs, where he worked on developing engineered human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived tendon constructs as an in vitro strategy for studying tendon mechanobiology and physiology. His work involved applying an established protocol for tenogenic differentiation using biological morphogens and embedding the differentiated cells into 3D collagen hydrogels suspended between flexible PDMS posts.

Sophia Gillis

My time learning the intricacy and aspirations of regenerative medicinal research is knowledge that I will never forget

2024 Bothell Fellow, Escobar Lab (Biochemistry)
Sophia Gillis was an ISCRM Fellow and 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell Founders Fellows Award recipient for her collaborative research on purifying T6N-Cas12-sfGFP and T6N-Cas9-sfGFP and working with peptide-assisted delivery in primary cells. While studying with other fellows in the Escobar Lab, she worked on producing protein in E. coli, isolating proteins using size-exclusion chromatography, and testing the purity and concentration of Cas12 and Cas9.

Asmaa Abdalla

This opportunity taught me valuable skills I aim to implement throughout my career. My experience in the lab challenged my skills and developed me into the scientist I aspired to become. I took meaningful lessons from this experience that shifted my perspective on science, research, and beyond

2024 Bothell Fellow, Marcinek Lab
As an ISCRM-Bothell Fellow, Asmaa Abdalla researched the link between mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular senescence, and aortic disease in the Marcinek Lab. Using smooth muscle cells from patients undergoing cardiac surgery, she induced senescence with hydrogen peroxide (Hâ‚‚Oâ‚‚) and test therapies targeting mitochondrial dysfunction and senescence. RT-qPCR assessed the treatment effects on key senescence and inflammation markers, aiming to identify potential therapeutic targets.

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William Uyeta, Business Administration student, received a 2024 summer research Founders Fellow award. Here are a few details about his summer research.

Mentor: Dr. Xiahua Anny Wei
Abstract: With the increasing influence of digital platforms on financial markets, the role of social media engagement in shaping stock performance has gained growing attention. This study builds upon prior research on the link between social media activity and financial outcomes by focusing on Reddit, one of the most prominent platforms for retail investor discussions.

By analyzing data from the most frequently mentioned stocks on Reddit, this study aims to assess how online discussions and sentiment affect daily stock performance. We examine the correlation between variables such as post volume, likes, and sentiment scores, and stock price movements, with the objective of offering measurable insights into the ways in which social media engagement drives stock market activity.

The findings of this research provide critical insights for investors and financial analysts, highlighting the value of monitoring social media trends to inform investment strategies.

As William’s mentor throughout the project, Dr. Wei was impressed by his perseverance and active exploration of knowledge. He demonstrated his extraordinary Python skills in collecting and analyzing over 2.3 million Reddit comments during the project, uncovering the intersected relationship between online discussion volumes and sentiments to stock prices.

Dr. Wei also complimented William’s courage in presenting this project in front of a group of doctoral candidates and faculty of business schools at the INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and Management Science) Annual Meeting.

“As his mentor and research advisor, I have enjoyed working with William and cultivating his growth. He always takes initiatives to explore deeper in the intellectual discovery. He possesses the maturity, intellectual curiosity, and perseverance to excel in his academic and professional endeavors. With his strong interdisciplinary background in both business and computer engineering, I take great pride in and wholeheartedly celebrate his transformation and trajectory as a business professional and leader.”

William embraced the challenge and the opportunity it offered. His courage, growth mindset, dedication, and the ability to communicate meaningful insights from the research findings, are truly impressive.

Dr. Xiahua Anny Wei

acknowledge undergraduates engaging in research and support them with program funds worth up to $3,000. These awards are sponsored by the Founders Endowment Fund and managed by the Office of Connected Learning.

Research and Creative Projects facilitates opportunities for undergraduates to engage in research, develop hands-on experiences, and establish connections with faculty mentors to build networks for future careers. This unit offers a wide range of experiential learning programs accessible through the and provides a platform, , to document and share students’ research journeys. Reach out to us for advising sessions or to explore research opportunities.

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Community-Engaged Learning and Research (CELR) provides several research opportunities for 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell students to collaborate with campus and community programs. The courses focus on creating hands-on, reflective, and skill-building experiences for students to apply theory to practice, develop professional experience, and contribute to the public good.

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The STEM Undergraduate Capstone & Symposium Event created a stage for STEM students to unveil their findings and exchange their opinions with scholars across fields. It’s a quarterly event for undergraduates to present their projects through oral presentations, poster sessions, and project demonstrations.

Learn more about undergraduate research at 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell.

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Husky Highlights is a seminar series featuring advanced research from 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell faculty and staff across fields. Dr. Dan Jaffe’s research on air quality with Dr. Brandon Finley received support from the 2022 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell SRCP Seed Grant, which aims to provide competitive support for faculties and librarians in all disciplines at 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell. The program funds up to $250,000 annually to develop scholarships, research capacity, and external resources across campus.

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