Student Spotlight

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Aug 19, 2022

Microbial Biotechnology Grad Student Interns at Novozymes

Kathryn Landry, a graduate student in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, worked with Novozymes to create sustainable household cleaners using microbes, combining her interest in science and the environment.

May 2, 2022

Student Spotlight: Shreeja Chhaya

We had the chance to chat with Shreeja Chhaya, a first-year Master's of Microbial Biotechnology student, to learn about her academic journey and plans for the future.

Mar 21, 2022

Aurora Toennisson: Exploring Space and Sharing Science

When Toennisson was young, she wanted to be an astronaut. But as she learned more about life on Earth, she shifted her interests.

Feb 23, 2022

Student Spotlight: Ben Jones

We asked 2nd year MMB student Ben Jones a few questions about himself and his time in the program to get to know him better!

Dec 13, 2021

GG Scholar Spotlight: Jessie Maier

A question & answer session to get to know GG Scholar Jessie Maier, 1st year graduate student in the Microbiology Program.

Dec 7, 2021

GG Scholar Spotlight: John Joyce

A question & answer session to get to know GG Scholar John Joyce, a 1st year graduate student in the Microbiology Program.

Dec 3, 2021

GG Scholar Spotlight: Bethany Mostert

A question & answer session to get to know GG Scholar Bethany Mostert, 1st year graduate student in the Plant Biology Progra

Jul 26, 2021

Power of Plants: Ph.D. Student Imani Madison

From studying cell differentiation in plants to building an inclusive community for plant biologists, NC State’s Imani Madison is making a difference.

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Feb 22, 2021

GG Scholar Spotlight – Emma Vtipil

Plant Biology graduate student Emma Vtipil participates in a question & answer session. Get to know 1st year graduate student and Genetics & Genomics (GG) Scholar Emma Vtipil.

Oct 12, 2020

From Sunrise to Startups, Grad Students Plan Futures

CALS graduate students keep an eye on farming’s horizon. In labs and fields, they’re working to solve today’s problems and preparing to take on tomorrow’s challenges. CONNECTING FOOD AND CROP…