Each year, the Department of Genetics proudly recognizes outstanding undergraduate researchers for their exceptional accomplishments in the field of genetics and genomics. We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 Genetics & Genomics Undergraduate Distinguished Research Fellowship:
Caylynn Dedow – mentored by Dr. Jacob Brunkard
Sarah Durski – mentored by Dr. Adela Oliva Chavez
Rutuja Gupte – mentored by Dr. Nathaniel Sharp
Josie Reeve – mentored by Dr. David Hershey
Matthew Sesing – mentored by Dr. Dudley Lamming and Dr. Ryan Marshall
Congratulations to these exceptional students and their faculty mentors! Their dedication, curiosity, and research excellence represent the best of our department’s commitment to advancing scientific discovery.
