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RuPROBE
Rapp Undergraduates for Photodynamic Responsive Orthogonal Biomaterials Engineering
Conducting independent research during undergraduate education is of utmost importance in all STEM-related fields. Undergrads at UO are especially interested in engaging in research, which has led to a bottleneck of available research positions in active labs on campus. In an effort to support all undergraduates in their career advancement, we are developing a cohort-based Immersive Research Experience for 10 undergraduates in Winter and Spring quarters.
Due to high demand, the RuPROBE program is full for Winter/Spring 2024. Please check back in August 2024 for details about future opportunities.
Program Outline
In this research program, undergraduates will have the opportunity to perform small molecule synthesis and characterization of photosensitive ruthenium compounds, working towards applications in drug delivery across various systems.
Depending on progress in this program, future classes will be able to test these drug delivery systems using model protein-based cargoes.
Meet The 2024 Cohort
Teresa Rapp, PhD
Principle Investigator
Michael Arciniega
Senior, Multi-Disciplinary Sciences Major
Pearstin Confenti
Sophmore, Biochemistry Major
Andrew Diaz
Sophmore, Chemistry Major
Holden Hofkin
Senior, Biochemistry Major
Nolan Kirst
Junior, Multi-Disciplinary Sciences Major
Ella Morris
Freshman, Human Physiology Major
Raymund Reyes
Senior, Biochemistry Major
Emma Richardson
Freshman, Chemistry Major
Al Wong
Sophmore, Biology Major
Diego Vasquez
Sophmore, Biochemistry Major