Ryann Washington’s summer research project was funded by the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program at Syracuse University. Learn more about this program here:
Ryann receives LSAMP funding
Becklin Lab receives MONet funding
The Becklin Lab is collaborating with Dr. Emily Mooney at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and Dr. Shane Heschel at Colorado College on a new project linking plant and soil functional properties across a snowmelt gradient. This project is part of the DOE-funded Molecular Observation Network (MONet) that aims to increase our understanding of climate effects on soil function. Learn more about MONet here:
Scientists gather at Penn State for the Changing Microbiomes Symposium
Over 100 leading scientists congregated at Penn State University for the Changing Microbiomes Symposium in May. Talks explored how microbiomes are changing due to natural and human-driven processes, and how targeted microbiome modification can drive the functional output of natural and managed systems. Sarah and Katie presented research from the Becklin Lab at the symposium.
It’s Graduation Day!
Four members of the Becklin Lab graduated from Syracuse University this weekend. Congratulations to Alex, Elena, Laurel, and Marjona and good luck on your next endeavor!
Biology and Earth and Environmental Sciences Departments Come Together on Diversity and Engagement Initiatives
Check out this recent article highlighting diversity and engagement initiatives involving members of the Becklin Lab!
SU Ambassadors for Science
Check out this recent article about science outreach led by SU students!
Elena and Alex recognized for their research accomplishments
Congratulations to our graduating seniors on their research accomplishments. Elena received the Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology award for her research on CO2 threshold responses in native and invasive grasses. Alex received the Academic and Research Accomplishments award from the Biology Department for her research on ant effects on soil characteristics and microbial communities.
Sarah awarded Summer Dissertation Fellowship
Congratulations, Sarah, on receiving a summer Dissertation Fellowship from the Graduate School!
https://news.syr.edu/blog/2022/04/25/graduate-school-awards-summer-fellowships/
Sarah awarded travel grant to attend the Changing Microbiomes Symposium
Sarah was awarded a travel grant to attend the Changing Microbiomes Symposium at Penn State this summer, where she will present her research looking at root and plant microbial communities. Congratulations Sarah!
BREW@SU research internship in the Becklin Lab
Alex Krause and Seth McCaffery, students from OCC, completed a week-long internship in the Becklin Lab as part of the new BREW@SU program. Thank you to Alex and Seth for their hard work, curiosity, and infectious energy. Who knew sieving and measuring roots could be so much fun!