JOEL BARHOST
KELLSIE SCHRACK
Classification: Senior Major: Water Resources Management Mentoring Faculty: Dr. Sakthi Kumaran
Classification: Junior Major: Environmental Engineering Mentoring Faculty: Dr. Ramanitharan Kandiah
Internship Focus:
Research Focus:
In this research project, we wanted to explore the complex interactions between the three BWG wetland morphology, surrounding land use, and nutrient cycling mainly focusing on nitrite, nitrate, and phosphorus dynamics. Once we were ready to test the samples they were pulled out of the fridge and were allowed two hours for warming. The samples were then tested for parts per million for nitrates, nitrites, and orthophosphates using a flow injection analyzer.
Aphid Microbiome. Aphids are bad agricultural pests that can decimate many crops. I researched how certain aphid microbiomes affect the health and survival of certain aphids. Some of them can negatively affect aphids while others can positively affect them. This research was with the NEXTGEN grant and was done at Purdue University this past summer.
Lessons Learned:
Lessons Learned:
I learned that research entails a lot of reading; that science has specific protocols; that research is a process that tends to take time; and that patience is needed to be an effective researcher.
Some personal takeaways from this research include intellectual development, research method skills, professional development, and personal growth. Intellectual development gave me insights on my topic and helped me improve my analytical skills. Research method skills helped me to understand data- collection techniques, understand analysis methods, and how to design a good project.
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