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Science Shared, Lessons Learned: The lab group at the Midwest Drosophila Conference

Posted on October 19, 2025June 13, 2026

Three members of the lab attending the Midwest Drosophila Conference in Monticello, IL, October 24-25, 2025. A powerhouse team that presented their research on the behavioral and genetic basis of fly responses to naturally co-occurring ectoparasitic mites. Beautiful fall weather was a fitting backdrop for […]

Student Achievement

Vishva Patel (left) wins Excellence in Cross-Disciplinary Research Communication

Posted on April 18, 2025June 14, 2026

Vishva Patel took home this prestigious award at the University of Cincinnati Undergraduate Scholarly Showcase in April 2025 — a terrific and well-deserved accomplishment! Vishva bridged fly exercise physiology, nutrigenomics and human health in a way that resonated across disciplines and impressed judges. She graduated […]

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Science Shared, Lessons Learned: The lab group at the Midwest Drosophila Conference

Vishva Patel (left) wins Excellence in Cross-Disciplinary Research Communication