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My research is focused on developing lipid-based nanoparticle drug delivery systems for cancer therapeutic treatments, and I am currently working on an adjuvant loaded system to target lymphoma cancers. In my free time, I enjoy being outside, reading, watching sports, and baking. After graduating, I hope to stay in academia and continue researching cancer treatments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/132522c2-40a2-4d82-bd17-bd904db4a39d/Screenshot+2025-03-07+105436.png Members - Jonathan Austin My name is Jonathan Austin. I am an Accelerated Master’s student in the biological engineering program at Mizzou. My research interest is the development of tissue scaffolds for musculoskeletal tissue regeneration. My current research focuses on promoting angiogenesis in bone tissue scaffolds via the controlled release of hydrogen peroxide, a simple signaling molecule (SSM). In my free time I dabble in programming and try to balance long hours spent indoors reading textbooks by spending time outside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/ef406464-1caa-466d-8c18-181a224f4fd0/picture.jpg Members - Alyson Kee My name is Alyson Kee and I am a masters student in biological engineering. The research project I'm working on focuses on the utilization of hydrogen peroxide for angiogenesis in non-union bone fractures. Outside of the lab, I enjoy playing soccer and golf, as well as reading. I also completed my bachelor’s degree at Mizzou and have been a member of BioMEL since my freshman year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/3a934ce0-6ee7-4011-9efc-7baf3a7c97df/IMG_8936.JPG Members - Brett Boney I am an undergraduate studying chemical engineering with an emphasis in biochemistry. My current research focuses on synthesizing polymers for eventual explorations of the GI tract. 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I work with Kylie and August on researching neuroprotectant molecules and developing neuroprotectant, bioactive polymers. Outside of the lab, I enjoy hiking, people-watching, and playing around with Photoshop. I also love speech and debate and am always down to discuss public policy and international affairs. After graduating, I plan to pursue a Ph.D. and find a career in academic research. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/9da01e2b-6b15-4389-bb60-9884293289f3/IMG_1208.jpeg Members - Coleman Reese My name is Coleman Reese, I am an undergraduate biomedical engineering major with an emphasis in biomechanics and minors in mathematics and computational neuroscience. Within the BioMEL lab group, I am working on the GI Sampling Project, where my focus is on collecting and further understanding the microbes that reside in the small intestine microbiome. Outside of the lab, I enjoy traveling, spending time with friends, working out, and playing video games. Following graduation, I am still deciding whether to pursue a Master's/Ph.D. degree or transition into industry work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/7f496a86-5e47-4ba8-9b71-6e1c0fbc34b5/Screenshot+2023-03-13+165051.jpg Members - Lily Schrader My name is Lily Schrader (She/Her). I'm an undergraduate student majoring in Chemistry and pursing a minor in film studies. I am currently working on polymer development for simple signaling molecule (SSM) release. Outside of the lab, I love writing, hiking, and watching movies. After I graduate, I plan on pursuing a Ph.D. and continuing in a career of academic research. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/f790f166-16bd-4883-98a1-9c6cbd8e9458/IMG_3686.jpeg Members - Jillian Lybeck-Brown I am a current junior at Rock Bridge High School. The project I’m working on is focused on synthesizing biopolymer hydrogels as a delivery system to promote muscle regeneration. Once I graduate, I hope to pursue an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering. 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