For the first time, An and his students have determined a function of a particular signaling pathway associated with metastasis. “Looking at this metabolic switch—which pathways are in use during metastasis versus when the cell is attached—may be where our research goes in the future,” says An. Continue reading UMBC’s Songon An discovers new molecular mechanism likely involved in cancer cell metastasis
The large number of honorees “shows the quality of student we have here at UMBC and what they’re doing,” says Keith Harmon, director of the Meyerhoff Scholars Program. “It also shows the quality of their research experiences at UMBC, and the commitment of the faculty to mentoring these students as undergraduates.” Continue reading NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program honors 18 UMBC students and alumni
“Now I see the proof that I am strong enough to create my own future and inspire others,” says Linda Wiratan. “The Goldwater Scholarship is that final push that will help me fly.” Continue reading UMBC “rising star” Linda Wiratan receives Goldwater Scholarship for leadership in scientific research
“My time at UMBC was filled with adventures,” says Vital, “whether I was experiencing a new culture through an event on campus or challenging myself in a course that was outside of my comfort zone.” Continue reading Valedictorian Eudorah Vital to pursue neurobiology-focused M.D./Ph.D. at Emory University
“UMBC nurtured my passions and connected me with professional and personal resources,” Falat reflects. Thanks to that support, she says, she’ll soon enter a rigorous Pharm.D./J.D. program. Continue reading Biochemistry researcher and award-winning figure skater Arissa Falat to pursue Pharm.D./J.D.
“The terrific mentorship I have received here has given me confidence to continue in research and, ultimately, enter the professoriate,” Baptiste shares. Continue reading Janae Baptiste, dedicated HIV researcher and educator, to continue as a postdoc at UMBC
From theatre productions to HIV research, Daniel Morris has taken advantage of the breadth of opportunities UMBC offers. “Being involved with performing and social student groups helped me to appreciate the value of being a well-rounded individual,” he says. Continue reading Daniel Morris to pursue microbiology Ph.D. at Penn without losing sight of love for the arts
“I’m hoping that in the future many people will be working in this area of cellular biochemistry, studying many metabolic enzymes in living cells,” says Songon An, whose work is on the leading edge of “the next stage in biochemistry.” Continue reading UMBC scientist opens a “new chapter for biochemistry” with $1.5 million NIH grant to study sugar metabolism
“As the biotechnology industry translates basic research from ‘bench to bedside,’ it needs a well-trained workforce,” says Dean Bill LaCourse. “The TLST program is designed from the ground up to meet that need through a flexible and interdisciplinary approach with intensive industry-inspired laboratory skills training.” Continue reading UMBC launches program to prep students for biotech careers in partnership with Montgomery College and The Universities at Shady Grove
“The BUILD participants at URS exemplify the objectives of the program,” says Laura Ott. “By participating in the BUILD program, they’re helping us explore novel strategies to increase participation in undergraduate research for all students.” Continue reading Undergraduate Research Symposium award winners embody success of UMBC STEM BUILD program
On October 14, more than 300 students from across the East Coast descended on campus to share their research with each other, participate in workshops, and learn about UMBC. The event celebrated the diversity among young scientists and the potential for their work to have a positive impact on the world. Continue reading 20th Undergraduate Research Symposium shines a light on students’ diverse contributions to science
“This strategy, if successful, will not only ensure delivering high payloads of anticancer drugs directly to tumors where they are needed the most, but also result in an overall reduction of drug dosage, and thereby reducing systemic toxicity in other body organs,” explains Liang Zhu, professor of mechanical engineering and PI of the grant. Continue reading UMBC faculty awarded NSF grant to shrink tumors with heat and nanoparticles
“You see this great cadre of people who represent the best of our university, the best of our country and the best of humankind. They are solving the problems of humankind,” said President Hrabowski. “This is by far the best of UMBC.” Continue reading 2017 Alumni Awards celebrate impressive contributions across disciplines from UMBC alumni and faculty
Ken Baron is committed to helping students “get grounded in their career areas early,” and focuses on connecting students at all levels with opportunities. In the end, programs like this one represent “the best of what a university can do for its students.” Continue reading UMBC undergrads conduct pharmaceutical research at UMB through new partnership
“It is a privilege to have so many students coming from far and near to participate in the authentic research experience UMBC provides,” shared Dean Bill LaCourse. “I assure you that your discoveries have added to scientific knowledge, which in the end benefits society through empowerment.” Continue reading UMBC’s 20th Summer Undergraduate Research Fest spotlights emerging science talent from across the nation
Their experiences will range from teaching English in Colombia to using animation to recreate Viking Age artifacts in Norway. Continue reading Seven new UMBC grads to pursue Fulbright fellowships around the globe
The work these legends did to support minority students “made a positive difference, and our students not only survived, but thrived,” shared Cynthia Hill, and President Hrabowski pointed out that UMBC now serves as a national model for elevating people from all backgrounds. Continue reading Legends of Excellence Awards celebrate UMBC faculty and staff who inspire black and Latino students
Summers reflects, “The satisfaction that goes with helping our students achieve their dreams, and showing colleagues elsewhere new ways that they can approach and support their own students, is a reward without measure.” Continue reading Mike Summers honored as “Best Academic” by Baltimore Sun
“The amazing mentorship I have received at UMBC has brought me the courage and confidence I needed to apply to competitive graduate programs and pursue my Ph.D.,” says Frank. Continue reading Heather Frank to pursue Ph.D. at Harvard after Summers Lab nurtured her passion for HIV research
“UMBC has provided the best environment for me to challenge myself, discover new passions, and grow both personally and academically,” says Maduka. Continue reading Austin Maduka, dedicated mentor, to pursue M.D./Ph.D. at Duke University
“UMBC embodies students giving back to their peers,” says Johnson. “I spent my college career in a give and take relationship where older students provided guidance, and my classmates and I worked as a team to achieve success.” Continue reading Da’Kuawn Johnson, future M.D./Ph.D., combines commitments to research and peer mentorship
“The idea behind the competition,” says Greg Cangialosi ‘96, English, a long-time supporter of emerging business innovators, “is to enable the students who want to become entrepreneurs to have the opportunity to manifest their reality.” Continue reading Fourth annual Cangialosi Business Innovation Competition celebrates student entrepreneurs
“Your collaborative work empowers people like me to help improve the human condition. You need to know that your work is critically important,” shared UMB President Jay Perman. Continue reading Third annual UMBC-UMB Partnership Symposium reveals impact of collaborative research
The internal funding opportunities support faculty who wish to pursue new areas of research, and compete for external funding and support. Continue reading START and SFF awards support UMBC faculty pursuing research in new directions
“Mechanical engineers and historians are here in the same room talking to one another,” said Dean Scott Casper during his featured talk focused on communication skills. “That is what is really exciting about today.” Continue reading Reimagined Graduate Research Conference focuses on clear communication across all fields
“We’re very proud to be part of the UMBC community,” shared Barbara Hill, one of the donors who made the Hill-Lopes Scholars Program possible. “We couldn’t think of a better home for this program.” Continue reading UMBC celebrates launch of Hill-Lopes Scholars Program focused on supporting women in STEM
Seley-Radtke’s passion for supporting women and other underrepresented groups in the sciences extends to all areas of her work and service. “You have a duty to engage and help train the upcoming generation,” she says. Continue reading Katherine Seley-Radtke, leader in medicinal chemistry, named Maryland Chemist of the Year
UMBC celebrated a banner year in 2016. In thousands of ways, big and small, this golden anniversary has been full of moments to remember for the university community. Here are 12 top highlights. Continue reading UMBC’s Top 12 Highlights of 2016
At 19th annual symposium, 331 students learned from workshops and received insightful feedback on their research projects from cricket behavior to breast cancer to biodegradable polymers. Continue reading Life sciences research symposium attracts a record number of students from across the mid-Atlantic
President Hrabowski shared, “All of you here today represent the best in your disciplines, and we wanted to celebrate what you have done…from literature and history, to the sciences and social sciences, to the arts.” Continue reading UMBC honors faculty fellows, recognizing decades of exemplary scholarship and service
Students from all backgrounds who work in the Summers Lab say it has boosted their scientific skills, increased their confidence, and set them on a path to success in research. For Summers, this “is a reward without measure.” Continue reading Nature spotlights Summers Lab for showing how science can be for everyone
“Exactly what’s happening at UMBC is what we’re looking for,” says Jennifer Hammaker, MII director. Since its inception, UMBC has had a remarkable success rate in the MII program. Continue reading UMBC faculty win four new Maryland Innovation Initiative grants, bringing total MII awards to $2.4M
Students come away from summer research with new perspectives and skills. “People don’t think about how math can overlap with other things,” says Danielle Sykes ‘19. Continue reading College students from across the U.S. gain summer research experience at UMBC
After getting its start in the back of a biology classroom, 4SW has gone on to win awards and visit the White House. The members’ stellar teamwork and talent bring cutting-edge research alive. Continue reading Secret Society of Science Songwriters creates music videos inspired by UMBC chemistry labs
“SURF’s growth demonstrates the commitment of UMBC to undergraduate research and getting the next generation of researchers prepared,” says Lasse Lindahl. More than 250 people turned out for the August event to learn what 83 intrepid undergrads have been up to this summer. Continue reading Summer Undergraduate Research Fest spotlights next generation of scientists
The company, led by a UMBC alumnus Mike Adelstein, uses lasers, 3D printers and other technologies to create products with extreme precision, to the scale of one micron, smaller than a particle of dust. Continue reading bwtech@UMBC’s Potomac Photonics makes big strides in micro-manufacturing
High expectations and the chance to work on real problems the Walters Art Museum faces create a rich, interdisciplinary experience for students. Continue reading Meet SCIART: Groundbreaking fellowship opens students’ eyes to interdisciplinary careers
“This is another brick in the pavement as we’re building a road between our two campuses,” shared Karl Steiner, vice president for research at UMBC. Continue reading UMB-UMBC Partnership Symposium celebrates research collaborations with impact
Geddes has founded numerous startups, but he thinks this one—based on a new technology for breaking open cells and chopping up their DNA quickly and at low cost—is going to be big. Continue reading Chris Geddes solves common problem in medical testing with DNA chopping biotech invention
One student’s grit and her faculty advisor’s support have enabled the launch of a novel chemistry research project that “opens up our next 10 years of research,” says Ryan White. Continue reading NSF funds White lab to further novel microscopy project grad student built from scratch
Dr. Summers is recognized with one of the highest honors a researcher can receive for work to determine the 3D structure of several components of HIV-1 and for his deep commitment to training the next generation of leading scientists, from high school through postdoctoral levels. Continue reading Michael Summers, HIV researcher and mentor, elected to National Academy of Sciences
“My hours in the lab struggling to explain or duplicate results have made me a stronger student and problem-solver,” says Seale, who expects her research and volunteer experience to benefit her future medical career. Continue reading Valedictorian Katelyn Seale heads to medical school with sensitivity to diversity and a strong research background
