ASU School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences

A few pictures from Open Door at West Campus! SMNS Faculty you Rock!!!

The dates for the SMNS Research Seminar have been announced! Please stop by CLCC L1-04 on 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, and 11/14 at 3:00PM to hear faculty and students speak about their ongoing research and learn more about what types of research 📊🔬 are occurring within the School! Light refreshments are also served. Virtual attendance is also available!

Congratulations Dr. Marshall! 🎉

APPLY TODAY: We are currently hiring 2 Front Desk Assistants!
Close Date: August 9, 2024 3:00pm
15 hours per week | $14.75 per hour

Responsibilities include greeting guests;
answering phones; assisting students, staff and faculty
that come into the reception area needing directions to
classes or events; scanning and filing documents;
assisting with MNS events; spending two hours each
week on tasks supporting the smooth operation and
upkeep of the 3rd floor common lab space; or other
projects as assigned.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/5n77zrwj
for more information and to apply!
For questions, please call (602) 543-6050 or
visit CLCC 265

Happy 4th of July!

One of our faculty members, Dr. Dhara Shah has published a manuscript featured in The ISME Journal. AHer PhD student Pavani Dadi also co-authored it.

Take a look here: https://academic.oup.com/ismej/advance-article/doi/10.1093/ismejo/wrad029/7560352

Over the past several years, multiple research projects in the Jurutka Molecular Endocrinology Laboratory have been conducted to impact and improve human health in the Phoenix area, the West Valley community, and beyond.

Some of these specific projects include:
1) collaborating with research partners at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix to elucidate genetic "fingerprints" for diagnosis/treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and the role of vitamin D and the gut microbiome in IBS pathophysiology,
2) studying the mechanistic effects of "nutraceuticals" such as vitamin D, resveratrol, and curcumin on anti-aging and chemoprevention,
3) performing rexinoid drug design/discovery to develop pharmaceuticals for treatment of cancer, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's disease in elderly populations,
4) investigating the neurobiology of vitamin D action in autism and depression,
5) working with clinicians at Phoenix Children’s Hospital to design novel approaches in assessing the gut microbiome and other biomarkers in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and celiac disease populations.

More information here: https://thejurutkalaboratory.weebly.com

In the realm of STEM education, the journey to success often involves navigating through a myriad of challenges, including academic transitions and career aspirations. For transfer students, the path can be particularly daunting as they navigate new environments and opportunities. However, for those who find themselves part of initiatives like the TraIN project, the transition becomes not just manageable, but a springboard to excellence and achievement.

Meet Andrea, Devin, and Amina--three graduate students who embarked on their STEM journeys as transfer students and found their footing through the TraIN project. Each with their unique stories and aspirations, they exemplify the resilience and determination characteristic of those who dare to pursue their dreams.

Happy first day of the semester ! 📚🎉