Two seniors in the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology department were named Rising Researchers for the Spring 2019 semester. The Rising Researchers program recognizes undergraduates at UMass Amherst who excel in research, challenge their intellect, and exercise exceptional creativity.
Aastha Pokharel '19 is a member of the Vandenberg lab, where she investigates environmental influences on mammary gland function and development.
Allyson Rosati '19 works in the Pilsner lab investigating the associations of sperm mitochondrial DNA copy number (mtDNAcn) on couples’ ability to become pregnant.
All of the Rising Researchers will be honored for their achievements at a Chancellor's reception in April.