Research Ambassadors
Ruth Reynolds '27
Email me at: rreyno14@ur.rochester.edu
Discipline(s) of Research
- Engineering and Mathematics
Major(s) and Minor(s)
- B.S. in Chemical Engineering
Areas of Interest/Research Focus
- At the Laboratory for Laser Energetics under Dr. David R. Harding, I study interfacial dynamics and droplet encapsulation in fluidic devices to optimize triple-emulsification for mass-producing inertial fusion energy targets.
- In SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory's HEDS division under the supervision of Dr. Siegfried Glenzer and Dr. Armin Bergermann, I simulate how fusion capsule materials behave under extreme temperatures and pressures.
Areas where I may be particularly helpful
- Interview preparation
- Poster design
- Public speaking
- Research onboarding
- Literature reviews
What advice do you have for prospective or new researchers?
Joining a lab isn't about proving what you already know; it's showing how fast you can learn. Focus on listening, asking thoughtful questions, and applying feedback. Most importantly, remember that research is trial-and-error, so don't get discouraged when things don't work out the first time (or the hundredth).