Voices in STEM

Riya was a student in the SSRP'21 cohort, where she participated in our program virtually! Here, she details what motivated her to participate in the SSRP!

Raphael was a Jumpstart student that then moved onto the SSRP'24 cohort. Here, he talks about how his experience in the SSRP changed his view on science and research!

Alissa was a student in the SSRP' 24 cohort. During her time in the SSRP, she developed a better idea of whether she wanted to pursue research as a career!

Sijung is a rising college sophomore who participated in the SSRP 2022 cohort. After participating in the SSRP, she developed a greater appreciation for research overall!

Venessa was one of four Wesleyan students who had the chance to participate in the SSRP 2023 cohort. Here, she talks about her experience in the program!

A rising senior from Claredon, Jamaica, Tonique spent a summer in NYC exploring the world of protein interactions and biomedical research through the SSRP!

Sehaj was a student in our 2022 SSRP cohort, where she hoped to develop not only her research skills but also meet other like-minded scientists. Here, she talks about her experience with the SSRP!

Angelina was a LAB Jumpstart student who then transitioned into the SSRP, where she worked on a independent project on stem cells. Here, she discusses how research impacted her future goals!

Michael was a LAB Jumpstart student turned SSRP'23 student, where he worked on the Stem Cell track. Here, he talks about his journey into scientific research!

Anduena was a part of the LAB Jumpstart and SSRP'23 cohort, where she expanded her understanding of wet lab research. Here, she talks more about how her research experience impacted her!

Anisa was a member of the SSRP'21 cohort, where the program was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, she recounts her experience as part of the RNA Virus Discovery Track!

Outside of the lab, Adela loves hiking, listening to music and playing chess. This past summer, Adela got the chance to work on her research skills through SSRP!