Biology Master's
Veronica is in the West Chester University Biology MS Program. She will be working with Dr. Rosario for her thesis project, which will involve the construction of a molecular dynamic model of rat tendons. The goal of this project is to understand how the structure of this important tissue may be affected by both eccentric and concentric contractions, and to do so at a molecular level. Her previous research experience includes assisting with the discovery and isolation of bacteriophages, as well as with the annotation of their genetic material. Veronica's future plans are to earn a doctoral degree that will train her to become a scientist conducting research in biophysics. Her scientific interests include biophysics, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, astronomy, astrobiology, and general theory about the purpose of life and the universe.