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Learn about PhDs in Chemistry and Biochemistry<\/a> at USC<\/span> <\/span>and then apply online<\/a> for free.<\/span>
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Current Graduate Students<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mengxue Zhang<\/strong> mengxue@email.sc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Qingdao, China. I obtained my MS in Polymer Engineering from University of Akron and worked for Prof. Bryan D. Vogt on swelling and rheological properties of hydrophobically crosslinked hydrogels. I joined the USC graduate program in 2019 focusing on organic chemistry.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sean Wechsler <\/strong>wechsles@email.sc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Irmo, SC and obtained my BS in Chemistry from Winthrop University. I joined the USC graduate program and the Stefik group in Fall 2020 with a focus in inorganic chemistry. In my free time I enjoy cooking, hiking and reading.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Coby Collins<\/strong> cobysc@email.sc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Wilmington, Delaware and obtained a BS in Chemistry from Temple University. I joined USC’s PhD program in the fall of 2021 with a focus in physical chemistry. In my free time I enjoy traveling, hiking, cooking, and reading.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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CJ Sturgill<\/strong> sturgic@email.sc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Spartanburg, SC and obtained my BS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of South Carolina. I joined the USC graduate program in the Fall of 2022 with an inorganic focus. In my free time I enjoy sports, video games, and quality time with my friends.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Md. Wahiduzzamand<\/strong> wahiduzm@email.sc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Noakhali, Bangladesh and obtained my MS in Chemistry from Texas Tech University. I joined the USC graduate program and the Stefik group in Fall 2023 with a focus on Analytical chemistry. In my free time, I enjoy sleeping, watching movies and sitcoms, hanging out with my friends, and travelling. I love collecting and modding watches.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mason Wright<\/strong> (Fall 2021-Spring 2022), Magellan Apprentice Award<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Greenville South Carolina, and I am working towards a degree in business economics with a focus on pre-dental from USC. I joined the Stefik group as an undergraduate researcher in 2021. I enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors in my spare time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Christian Ruff<\/strong> (Summer and Fall 2022), Magellan Journey Award<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Columbia, South Carolina, and I am working towards a degree in Chemistry at USC. I joined the Stefik Group as an undergraduate researcher in the Summer of 2022. In my free time, I like to learn languages, watch new movies and TV shows, and sleep.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Zackary Keith Justice<\/strong> (Fall 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and am currently pursuing my BS in chemistry at the University of South Carolina. I joined the Stefik group as an undergraduate in 2023. I am also a fantasy\/sci-fi novelist in my spare time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Bryce Melton<\/strong> (Fall 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Alpharetta, Georgia, and am working towards a degree in Chemistry with a Chemical Engineering minor at USC. I joined the Stefik group as an undergraduate researcher in the Spring of 2023. I enjoy cooking, exercising, and playing chess in my spare time.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Alex Gregg<\/strong> (Fall 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Columbia, South Carolina and am working towards earning a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Anthropology. I joined the Stefik Group as an undergraduate researcher in the Spring of 2023. My hobbies include reading, running, cooking, and traveling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Aaron Hegler<\/strong> (Spring 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Greenwood, South Carolina and am pursuing a degree in Biochemistry. I joined the Stefik group as an undergraduate researcher in the spring of 2024. I enjoy skiing in the winter, hiking throughout the spring and working on my family\u2019s farm during the summer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Taylor Larison<\/strong> tlarison@email.sc.edu<\/a>
2023 Postdoctoral Researcher at (TBD soon)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Monroe, Ohio and obtained a BS in Biochemistry from Ohio State University. I joined the USC graduate program and Stefik group in the fall of 2018 with a focus on organic chemistry.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Eric Williams<\/strong> ericrw@email.sc.edu<\/a>
2023 Research Scientist Sasol Chemicals

I am originally from Ocala, FL and obtained my BS in Chemistry from the University of North Florida. I entered the USC PhD program in 2018 with an inorganic specialization. My interests include hiking, kayaking, and the outdoors. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Wessel van den Bergh<\/strong> 2022 Spring Graduate
2022 Postdoctoral Researcher at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Holland, MI and obtained a BS in Chemistry from Hope College. I joined USC’s PhD program in 2017 with a focus on analytic chemistry. I enjoy reading philosophy, watching movies, and long walks on the beach in my spare time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Zachary Marsh<\/strong> 2019 Spring Graduate
2019 Research Scientist at Azimuth Corporation (Army Research Lab)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Panama, NY and obtained a BA in chemistry from Washington & Jefferson College. I joined the USC graduate program with a Copenhaver Fellowship in 2014 with a focus on organic chemistry. In my spare time I enjoy football, weight lifting, and brewing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Benjamin Lamm<\/strong> 2019 Spring Graduate
2019 Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Beach Park, IL and obtained my BS in Chemistry from Illinois Wesleyan University. I joined the USC graduate program with a Copenhaver Fellowship in 2014 and am focusing on inorganic chemistry. My interests include cycling and reading.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Kayla Lantz<\/strong> 2019 Spring Graduate
2019 Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Delaware (Epps group)
2020 Assistant Professor at Fairmont State University<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Clarksburg, WV and obtained a BS in chemistry from West Virginia University.   I started my PhD at USC in 2014 with a focus on inorganic chemistry. The aim of my research is to control block copolymer morphologies with magnetic fields. In my spare time I enjoy running, reading and watching movies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Amrita Sarkar<\/strong> 2018 Spring Graduate
2018 Post Doctoral Researcher at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
2019 Post Doctoral Researcher at Columbia University
2020 Assistant Professor at Montclair State University<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Calcutta, India where I obtained a B.S. and M.S. from Calcutta University. I started the doctoral program at USC in 2013 to pursue a research career in polymer chemistry. My research focuses on synthesis of block copolymers for morphology studies and their application in advanced devices. In addition to Chemistry, some of my favorite activities include exploring new places, reading books and listening to music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Hasala “Nadee” Lokupitiya <\/strong>2017 Fall Graduate
2018 Lecturer at College of Charleston<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Sri Lanka and I obtained my B.Sc honors degree in Chemistry from University of Colombo. Then I joined the USC graduate program in 2013 with a Copenhaver fellowship. My main research is focused on the preparation and characterization of nanostructured materials for future generation energy storage devices such as lithium ion batteries and supercapacitors. Besides chemistry, I manage time to enjoy myself with cooking, running and swimming.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Manjunath Puttaswamy<\/strong> 2014 Post Doc<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from India and I completed my Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) in Materials Science and Engineering from PSG College of Technology, India. Having obtained a keen interest in the field of nanoscience, my pursuit for knowledge continued with a Masters in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden and then a Ph.D at the University of Aarhus, Denmark in the field of atomic layer deposition. My interests apart from science are to play floorball, basketball, tennis and explore the great outdoors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Yufeng Ma<\/strong> 2019 Post Doc<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. When I completed my Ph.D. in 2013, I joined College of Materials Science and Engineering in Nanjing Forestry University as a faculty member. My research focuses on the designing and fabricating of polymeric biomaterials for applications in thermal insulation material. In February 2019, as a visiting scholar, I came to USC to research on the synthesis and characterization of polymeric materials with varied functionalities and properties under advisement of Dr. Chuanbing Tang and Dr. Morgan Stefik.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Christian Golden<\/strong> 2020 Fall-2021 Spring, SURF Fellowship<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Holly Springs, NC and am a freshman at USC studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. After graduation, I would like to attend graduate school with a focus in biochemistry. In my free time, I like practicing card magic and reading books.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Natalie Vest<\/strong> 2018 Fall-2020 Spring
Graduate School at Texas A&M University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Greenville, SC and a junior at USC pursuing a Chemistry major.  After my undergraduate, I look to continue my graduate studies with a focus in Physical Chemistry.  In my free time, I enjoy photography and art.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Paige McMahon<\/strong> 2019 Fall-2020 Spring
Senior Associate at Alliantgroup<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Western Springs, IL and am a senior at USC studying Chemistry with a minor in Business Administration. After graduation, I would like to attend graduate school with a focus in organic chemistry. In my free time I enjoy travelling and attending USC football games.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Blake Clamp<\/strong> Summer 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Summer 2018
Graduate School UofSC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My name is Blake Clamp, and I\u2019m from Gilbert, South Carolina. I\u2019m a junior at the University of South Carolina pursing an Exercise Science major and Chemistry minor. After my undergraduate I plan on applying to medical school. In my free time I like going to see my family, playing with my dog, or watching football.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pei-Hua “Elliott” Chiang<\/strong> Fall 2017, Summer 2018 SURF Award
Graduate Student University of Southern California<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m originally from Taiwan and I’m a junior majoring in Chemical Engineering at USC with a concentration in materials. After graduation, I plan to pursue graduate school in material science. My biggest hobby is discovering exotic and innovative flavors of ice cream.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Adeline King <\/strong>Summer 2017, Summer 2018, SURF Award
Thermo Fisher<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sammy Ciricillo<\/strong> Spring 2017, Summer 2017, Spring 2018, SURF Award<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My name is Sammy Ciricillo, and I am from Cincinnati, Ohio. I am a junior at USC studying Chemical Engineering with minors in Spanish and Chemistry. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, spending time with friends and family, cooking, and traveling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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August Cole<\/strong> Fall 2017, Spring 2018, SURF Fellowship<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Award I am a Chemical Engineering undergraduate at the University of South Carolina. I am from Columbia South Carolina. In my free time I enjoy reading, running, and listening to music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cash Jowers<\/strong> 2016 Spring
Graduate Student at UofSC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Jefferson, South Carolina, and am currently in my Junior year as a Chemistry major at the University of South Carolina. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching television, and learning new, unusual things.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dae Bigach<\/strong> Spring, Summer, and Fall 2016, SURF Award
Senior Project Engineer I at Project Farma<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My name is Dae Bigach, and I’m from York, South Carolina. I’m a freshman Chemical Engineering major at USC.  My hobbies include reading, swimming and creating costumes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Laura Murdock<\/strong> Summer and Fall 2016
2022 Ph.D. from UofSC
2022 BASF<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am a Chemistry and Marine Science double major at the USC and will be graduating in December 2016. I’m originally from Potomac, Maryland. My area of research is in diblock copolymer synthesis. In my spare time I enjoy swimming, being by the water, and when possible, spending time with my parents and three siblings. I’m also really passionate about education and I especially love helping others with science related academics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Marion Hope<\/strong> Fall 2016
Graduate School at UofSC School of Medicine<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from West Columbia, SC and am currently a third year Biomedical Engineering student at the USC. During my free time I enjoy playing video games and participating in various 5ks and relay races.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Christopher Scott<\/strong> Summer 2016
Walker Construction<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am native of Columbia, SC and graduated Lower Richland High School the summer of 1999. I joined the Air Force in 2000 and fought in the Iraqi Freedom Campaign from 2003-2004. My professional experience includes working with Hazardous Materials in the Air Force including chemicals, small arm ammunition, and explosives. I currently attend Midlands Technical College as a transfer student in Mechanical Engineering and plan to transfer to USC soon.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sean Coleman<\/strong> 2016
Process Controls Engineer at Sylvamo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Indiana, Pennsylvania and am currently a third year Chemical Engineering student at the University of South Carolina.  My areas of research interest are diblock copolymers, their synthesis, and how they can be utilized in real world applications.  In my spare time I enjoy baseball, football, and weight lifting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jefferson Langston<\/strong> 2014 Fall-2016 Spring, Magellan Award
Flight Paramedic at Augusta University AirCare 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from South Carolina, and am currently a third year Chemistry student at the University of South Carolina. My areas of research interest are polymers and their synthesis and how they can be used in real world applications. In my spare time I enjoy running, watching movies, and reading books.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Kenneth Crawford<\/strong> 2016 Spring
Graduate Student at North Carolina State University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Irmo, South Carolina and am currently a first year Electrical Engineering student at the University of South Carolina. In my spare time I enjoy running, playing baseball, and watching movies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Joseph Markovich<\/strong> 2016 Spring
Industrial Engineer II at Abbott<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am originally from Hazlet, New Jersey but moved to Huntsville, Alabama a few years back.  I am a second year Chemical Engineering student at the University of South Carolina.  I enjoy seeing real world applications of brand new chemistry, especially in industry.  In my spare time I enjoy hiking and weight lifting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jordan Mosely <\/strong>2016
Graduate School at UofSC School of Medicine<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am from Atlanta, Ga and I’m currently a third year Biochemistry student with a Music minor. My research is focused in diblock copolymer synthesis. I enjoy playing classical guitar, my instrument of choice, reading, and weightlifting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Akshay Thyagarajan<\/strong> Summer 2017
Graduate School at Carnegie Melon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am a final year Chemical Engineering student at SSN college of engineering, Chennai, India. I enjoy playing the guitar, tennis and listening to music..<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sumanta Kumar Sahoo<\/strong> Summer 2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hailing from India, I am enjoying research at USC in the field of electrochemistry. Currently, I am pursuing a Doctoral degree regarding the electrochemical synthesis of graphene nanosheets at the National Institute of Technology in Rourkela, India. I have masters degrees in Physics as well as Nano Science and Technology. In my leisure time, I play badminton, tennis and cricket.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Kayleigh van Alstine<\/strong> Summer 2019, ACS SEED<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’m originally from Corning, NY. I am in the graduating class of 2021 at Spring Valley High School. There, I am in the Discovery Magnet Program for mathematics and science. My hobbies include baking, reading, drawing\/painting, and dance\/Colorguard.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Dylan Kier<\/strong> Summer 2018, ACS SEED<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Liam Han<\/strong> Summer 2017, GSSM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’m an exchange student from Korea visiting through the SC Governors School for Science and Math.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Laurel Evans<\/strong> Summer 2017, ACS SEED<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’m from Columbia, SC and I am in the  graduating class of 2018 at Spring Valley high school. In my free time I bake, run crosscountry and play soccer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Lam Nguyen<\/strong> Summer 2016, GSSM <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emigrating from Vietnam, I have lived in Columbia for most of my life, and I am here from the Governor’s School of Science and Mathematics to intern in the SPRI program and gain experience from working in a laboratory. I plan to go to college to major in computer engineering and to help improve technology for the future. I like to fill my free time with mostly video gaming and other strategy games such as poker and chess.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Jamaal Jacobs <\/strong>Summer 2016, GSSM <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am from Pelion, SC and currently attend the Governor’s School of Science and Mathematics in Hartsville, SC as a rising senior. I enjoy watching anime, playing cards, going for walks with my chihuahua and of course, Chemistry.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Yong Shin Song<\/strong> Summer 2016, GSSM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’m from Yongin, South Korea. I’m taking part of SPRI Program at USC with student’s from Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics. I’m from Gyeonggi Science High School, and I’m mainly studying Chemistry and Biology. Since my interests are quite broad, I’d like to experience many types of topics of research. In my free time, I like to watch movies, and listen to music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Donghyun Ko<\/strong> 2015 summer, GSSM <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am originally from Seoul, South Korea and am visiting from the Gyeonggi science high school. I could come to USC because of the Gyeonggi science high school\u2019s internship program with the Governor\u2019s school for Science and Mathematics. I want to research brain science in college. For that reason, I want to experience various kinds of research. I hope that I can learn many things at USC. My main hobbies are playing basketball, reading a book, and listening to music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Lydia Henderson<\/strong> 2015 summer, GSSM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am from West Columbia, SC, and am a rising senior at the Governor\u2019s School for Science and Math. I am interning here at USC through the SPRI program created by the Governor\u2019s School to give students real experience conducting research. I plan to go to college and major in a biological science, with the goal to later attend medical school. In my spare time, I enjoy listening to music, playing pool and spending time with my friends and family.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Kelby Beam<\/strong> 2014\/2015 summer, GSSM <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am originally from Fort Wayne, Indiana and am coming from the Governor’s school for Science and Mathematics.  I was able to start research in highschool because of the Governor’s School’s Summer Program for Research Interns.  I am expecting to go to college for a degree in chemical engineering or materials science.  My main hobbies are playing racquetball, working out, and making music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Alexis Jones<\/strong> 2014\/2015 summer, ACS SEED<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I am from Columbia, SC and have been living here all my life. I will be a senior at Spring Valley High School. There, I am in the Discovery Magnet Program for science and mathematics, where a combination of vigorous courses and research-based classes prepare us for the college life. My hobbies include listening to music and spending time with my family.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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