Sip & Connect: Social Networking Italian Style

Meet the Team! My name is Kelsie Fernandez and I am a second year student pursuing a dual degree in Humanities and English, with a minor in Communication. I became introduced to undergraduate research at FSU because of my enrollment in the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program through which I joined Dr. Irene Zanini-Cordi’s research projectContinue reading “Sip & Connect: Social Networking Italian Style”

Walking through Walls: Dérives into the Gamespace

Hello everyone! My name is Audrey Lendvay, and I am a second year studio art student at Florida State University, and I now have the exciting honor to introduce you all to my upcoming IDEA Grant research for summer 2024. My project takes a particular interest in the ways in which we participate in physicalContinue reading “Walking through Walls: Dérives into the Gamespace”

Interrogating Retail Therapy and Overconsumption through Subversive Advertising

I’m Sophia Jusino a Bachelor of Fine Arts student at Florida State University, focusing on digital and print art, I hold a minor in advertising. With aspirations in Graphic Design, I am dedicated to honing my skills and making a meaningful contribution to the field through this grant.  Surveillance and commodification are pressing issues inContinue reading “Interrogating Retail Therapy and Overconsumption through Subversive Advertising”

Scienceploitation in any Language

My name is Alyssa Croft, and I am a junior at Florida State University. I am majoring in public relations and minoring in business. Originally from Seminole, Florida, I decided that I wanted to join the Nole family after visiting a friend and falling in love with the school. Not knowing what I wanted toContinue reading “Scienceploitation in any Language”

Emmie Bryson and Hell Hath No Fury Like She: Reclaiming the Sacredness of Feminine Rage

Hello! My name is Emmie Bryson. I am a multimedia artist pursuing a degree in the BFA Program for Studio Art and a minor in Art History. But most recently, I am the recipient of an IDEA Grant! As an artist (and overall human being), I would describe myself as a storyteller obsessed with theContinue reading “Emmie Bryson and Hell Hath No Fury Like She: Reclaiming the Sacredness of Feminine Rage”

Fighting Cancer with Computer Science

My name is Ziya Tian, I am a junior studying biology and computer science, and I am thrilled to receive the IDEA Grant this year. Over the summer, I will be developing a computational tool that reconstructs the evolutionary history of cancer cells.  One of the most fascinating and terrifying aspects of cancer is itsContinue reading “Fighting Cancer with Computer Science”

Creating a Specialized Salt Crystal Differentiation Database for Efficient Chemical Analysis

Hi, my name is Semhare Tekle, and I am a biochemistry major at Florida State University. I have been working on my research project with Dr. Oliver of the Department of Chemistry for the past year. Though I am a biochemist, this project focuses on physical chemistry, which is not a problem because I planContinue reading “Creating a Specialized Salt Crystal Differentiation Database for Efficient Chemical Analysis”

Developing a High-Precision, 3-D Printed Microfluidic Chip for Diagnosing Risks of Heart Attacks and Stroke

I am JP Romero, and I am majoring in biomedical engineering at Florida State University. I am from Panama City, Republic of Panama, and I have been in Tallahassee since the spring of 2022. I have been doing research as part of the Liu Research Group since the fall of 2023, where I have beenContinue reading “Developing a High-Precision, 3-D Printed Microfluidic Chip for Diagnosing Risks of Heart Attacks and Stroke”

Delving into Justice: A Summer Research Expedition

Dear fellow research enthusiasts, I extend a warm welcome to all fellow enthusiasts of truth and progress as we embark on a captivating journey this summer. With fervor and dedication, I invite you to join me in exploring the intricate workings of the criminal justice system, armed with curiosity, passion, and a commitment to meaningfulContinue reading “Delving into Justice: A Summer Research Expedition”

NADPH Oxidase Effects on Endothelial Function following the Administration of a High Carbohydrate Meal

Hello all! My name is Connor Krassel, I am a Junior Biological Sciences major here at FSU. I plan on graduating with my bachelor’s degree and going onto medical school, currently interested in becoming a cardiologist. The science surrounding the field of cardiology has become a passion of mine in recent years following my experienceContinue reading “NADPH Oxidase Effects on Endothelial Function following the Administration of a High Carbohydrate Meal”