A lifelong problem solver with a passion for science, Maria Schwarz has found her calling in plant genetics. Now a PhD student in the Computational and Integrative Science Program, she investigates how stomata—microscopic pores on plant leaves critical for photosynthesis—develop and adapt to drought conditions. Her path, shaped by curiosity and dedication, highlights the potential… continue reading
With a foundation in Philosophy and Psychology from New York University, Yachun Wen brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work as a PhD student in the Prevention Science program. Originally from Beijing, China, she serves as a research assistant with the Senator Walter Rand Institute (WRI), contributing to projects analyzing survey data from Camden,… continue reading
From preserving the stories of Revolutionary War heroes to mentoring the next generation of public historians, Will Krakower’s work at Princeton Battlefield State Park and the Thomas Clarke House exemplifies the transformative power of history. An alumnus of Rutgers University–Camden’s Master of Arts in History program (Public History track), he has created opportunities for students… continue reading
The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped global perspectives, and for Temitope Akinode, it also defined a critical chapter in her academic journey. As a founding member of the Graduate Student Organization and a recent graduate of the Computational and Integrative Biology program, she collaborated with Dr. Benedetto Piccoli to investigate the economic and societal impacts of lockdown… continue reading
How does cutting-edge academic research translate into life-changing therapies? For Dr. Catherine Chatelain, an alumna of the Computational & Integrative Biology (CCIB) doctoral program at Rutgers University-Camden, this question has shaped her career. Her groundbreaking work in functional genomics during her doctoral studies laid the foundation for her role at Bristol Myers Squibb, where she… continue reading
How does a graduate student leave a lasting legacy on campus while paving the way for a groundbreaking career? As highlighted in For Forensics Master’s Recipient, Graduation is Not Goodbye, Kyra Miller’s journey through Rutgers Graduate School-Camden’s Master of Science in Forensic Science (MSFS) program exemplifies how determination and opportunity can intersect to create extraordinary… continue reading
