Sophia Koontz

~ A B O U T ~

Hello, my name is Sophia Koontz! I am a current undergraduate at St. Mary's College of Maryland with a major in Biology. Within biology, I am particularly interested in ecology and evolution. I am an adaptive individual in the lab setting with proficiency in communication to maximize effectiveness and collaboration, with experience working in biology labs and student teaching. After finishing my education I aspire to be a biology professor at the college level and to continue to conduct my own research in the field of ecology and evolution.

~ Current Activities ~

Sigma Xi Student Research Showcase 2024

I am very excited to announce that I have received the following awards for the presentation of my research during the 2024 Sigma Xi Student Research Showcase!

First Place Undergraduate Division
Interdisciplinary Award - Environmental Challenges (Providing Access to Clean Water, Mitigating Climate Change, Food Security, Managing the Nitrogen Cycle, Sustaining Clean Air, Preserving Biodiversity)

I want to thank the event's sponsors for generously contributing to the prizes. I also want to thank my mentor Dr. Torres-Martinez for helping me craft this presentation!

USDA Germplasm Research Laboratory 2024

I'm excited to announce my new position as an intern at the National Germplasm Research Laboratory for the summer of 2024. I'd like to thank my mentor Dr. Torres-Martinez for helping to support me through the application process and connect me to such an amazing opportunity!

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