Annie English: Data Collection and Next Steps: Honor’s Thesis on Perceptions of Juvenile Crime

The majority of my workload for the first half of July was spent working towards IRB approval for my project. This was a fun challenge as I got to experience a taste of how this process works in the real-world. Though it was confusing and stressful at times, I obtained approval to begin the conductionContinue reading “Annie English: Data Collection and Next Steps: Honor’s Thesis on Perceptions of Juvenile Crime”

Jas Chawla: Drone Damage Assessment

The research that Amber and I spent the last few months on has the potential to revolutionize the insurance industry. Our models could significantly speed up damage assessment after disaster events and even improve the everyday assessment experience by eliminating the need for a physical assessor to visit a homeowner’s residence. While we’re making incrementalContinue reading “Jas Chawla: Drone Damage Assessment”

Approaching Completion and Looking Forward: Conversations in Art, Technology, and Wildlife

As the pieces that make my body of work finally come together, I find it useful to return to the heart of my research as well as the artists and writers who inspired me in the first place. In her 2016 book Staying With the Trouble, author Donna Haraway emphasizes the importance of creativity andContinue reading “Approaching Completion and Looking Forward: Conversations in Art, Technology, and Wildlife”

Amber Losciale: Modernizing Disaster Response Through Drones and AI

My time spent on this IDEA Grant project has altered how I perceive myself as a student, researcher, and just an individual wanting to leave a meaningful impact on the world around me. The most exciting part of this project has been connecting with industry professionals at AON, who introduced us to DroneDeploy and accessContinue reading “Amber Losciale: Modernizing Disaster Response Through Drones and AI”

Sleeping Better, Living Better: Why My Research Gives Me Hope

Hello again, and thank you for following along on my research journey! I’m excited to share some updates on my study exploring the sleep quality of postmenopausal women. After months of planning and preparation, we’ve finally reached the data collection phase. So far, we’ve successfully recruited four women into the study, and they are currentlyContinue reading “Sleeping Better, Living Better: Why My Research Gives Me Hope”

Exercise, Metabolism, and Menopause: My Role in Women’s Health Research

As a student researcher, I have found deep meaning and purpose in the work I’ve been involved with throughout my undergraduate career. With women’s health research historically underrepresented compared to research on men, my passion for this field has only grown as I’ve come to better understand its direct impact on the lives of women.Continue reading “Exercise, Metabolism, and Menopause: My Role in Women’s Health Research”

Claire Sullivan: Waiting With Intention: Bringing Mindfulness to a Free Clinic Waiting Room

Hello again! It’s hard to believe it’s almost the start of a new school year. Summer has gone by fast, but it’s been definitely been productive. Data collection at the clinic continues to go well, and we have even started conducting some preliminary data analysis. We are excited to continue data collection over the courseContinue reading “Claire Sullivan: Waiting With Intention: Bringing Mindfulness to a Free Clinic Waiting Room”

“More Passionate About My Project Than Ever Before”

By Raven Watkins, Florida State University [Content warning: skeletal remains] Hello! A lot has happened since we last spoke. I am ending my month in Spain and will be departing soon. Living in Chelva, there were more problems than I originally anticipated. The city is very small, so small that there’s only a half-sized groceryContinue reading ““More Passionate About My Project Than Ever Before””

Calm amidst the chaos

By Aiden Leslie, Florida State University When I got to São Paulo to shoot my documentary Lane Splitting, I expected challenges. What I didn’t expect was how quickly the city would throw me into survival mode. Every day came with new surprises, new issues, and a lot of learning. It’s one thing to plan aContinue reading “Calm amidst the chaos”

Archives, Brixton, and Changes: Archival Research and Adjustments in London

By Kaysyn Jones, Florida State University At this point in my project, I have visited each of my primary archives— the Black Cultural Archives, the George Padmore Institute, and the London Archives— and scheduled my first interview with a writer from the British Black Arts Movement. Thus far, one of the biggest problems I’ve encounteredContinue reading “Archives, Brixton, and Changes: Archival Research and Adjustments in London”