Superbugs, antibacterial-resistant microorganisms that develop to defy some of our best medicines, have found their way to the International Space Station (ISS), hitching rides on humans and supplies and finding an environment almost totally free of competition. To combat these illness-causing microbes, new, novel compounds will need to be derived or synthesized, and that’s where […]
Experiential learning opportunities at Valparaiso University helped Cody Packer ’21 develop proficiencies and maximize skills that have prepared him for an empirical career. Recently, Cody completed an internship remotely with OneAmerica, a financial services mutual holding organization based in Indianapolis. “This was my first internship, so I didn’t know what to expect,” Cody says. “Just […]
From exploring mathematical principles in tic-tac-toe to a summer data science fellowship in telehealth, Eric Burkholder ’22, a mathematics and data science double major, has applied classroom concepts to real-world research. Eric has spent a large amount of his time at Valparaiso University conducting research, and he has shaped his projects around his interests. He […]