Research Ambassadors
Elena Barr ‘27
Email me at: ebarr3@u.rochester.edu
Discipline(s) of Research
- Natural sciences
- Social sciences
Major(s) and Minor(s)
- BS in Cell and Developmental Biology
- BA in Psychology
Areas of Interest/Research Focus
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Gerber Lab, URMC
- Conduct translational research on immunotherapy treatments for pancreatic cancer
- Department of Immunology, Goswami Lab, MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Investigate the epigenetic pathways that regulate responses to immune-based therapies
- Center for Health and Technology (CHeT), Benzi Kluger, URMC
- Evaluate healthcare equity in clinical research and encourage integration of patient-centered care
- Department of Psychology, SCP Lab, UR
- Conduct experiments to understand social challenges with schizophrenia spectrum disorders (SSDs)
Areas where I may be particularly helpful
- Internship application writing
- Crafting emails to reach out to PIs
- Interview skills
- Tours of URMC and my wet lab
- Abstract writing
- Poster presentation skills
What advice do you have for prospective or new researchers?
As a freshman interested in getting involved in research, I wish I had been more open-minded in exploring different research areas. Although immediately committing to the first opportunity may seem tempting, it's important to investigate your interests and take time to shadow and learn about what field of research is the best fit for you. This curiosity will help lead you to opportunities that best align with your goals and strengths.