At the annual U.S. National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) conference in Golden, Colorado, Rutgers University–Camden’s Codes for Life team entered a national conversation focused on how graduate education is evolving – not only to produce strong researchers, but to prepare doctoral candidates to lead across disciplines and sectors. Hosted by Colorado School of Mines… continue reading
The sense of agency – the feeling of being in control of one’s actions and their outcomes – is central to how people experience and interact with the world. But measuring that experience is not as straightforward as it may seem, and some commonly used methods may not be capturing what researchers think they are…. continue reading
Genes are often understood in terms of the proteins they produce, but not all genetic material follows that path. Some RNA molecules play regulatory roles, influencing how genes are expressed rather than becoming proteins themselves. Understanding these roles can reshape how we think about gene regulation. At SPARK! 2025 (Showcase of Projects, Art, Research, and… continue reading
Public spending on health is often assumed to produce better outcomes, but the effectiveness of that investment can depend on the political systems that govern how resources are used. This research examines how democratic governance influences the relationship between health expenditure and public health outcomes across Europe. This research was presented at the Graduate Poster… continue reading
Communication is often defined through speech, language, and the ability to articulate thoughts in words. This project challenges that assumption by shifting attention to listening as a relational act that can include babies and non-verbal children as active participants. By reconsidering how communication is conceptualized, the research pushes back against speech-centered models that overlook the… continue reading
Melatonin is best known for its role in regulating sleep and circadian rhythms, but the molecular pathways through which it operates are not yet fully understood. Researchers continue to explore how melatonin signals are transmitted within cells and how those signals influence biological clocks. At SPARK! 2025 (Showcase of Projects, Art, Research, and Knowledge), Cathryn… continue reading
