Student Awards Announced

Two biochemistry/molecular biology seniors, Gabe Butterfield '12 and Michael Gonzalez '12, have received research funding from the Davis Projects for Peace. Their project will take place in Djibouti, Africa this summer and will involve testing samples for the presence and strain of two common dairrheal pathogens, shigella and salmonella. Different strains can cause different symptoms and possess different levels of antibiotic resistance. Gabe and Michael will determine the level of antibiotic resistance and the efficacy of antibiotics which should help local doctors prescribe more appropriate medications. Read more about this award at Our Brilliant Students, Sallyportal.

Evan Green '13 has been awarded a $3,000 Van Santen scholarship from the Portland section of the American Chemical Society (the scholarship is named for former Portland chemist and longtime supporter of the local section, Dick Van Santen).The Portland section makes three awards each spring to juniors majoring in chemistry at local colleges and universities. The students must have local roots, exceptional academic records, and be interested in pursuing a career in chemistry after graduation (past winners). The other 2012 winners are Hayley Johansen from Pacific University and Cassandra Ballou from Portland State. Evan, Hayley, and Cassandra will receive their awards at the Portland section's April 12 meeting in Vollum Lounge.

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