For College of Health Solutions doctoral student Fang Zhou, presenting an in-depth research project about nanocarrier functions as an international student at one of the nation’s premier nutritional conferences filled him with nervousness and honor.
When he got the email stating he was one of the Graduate Student Research Award Competition finalists, he immediately went to his mentor, College of Health Solutions Professor Shu Wang, to talk to her about it.
Zhou and Wang’s research project started because of a combined interest in both nanoparticles, phytochemicals, and obesity.
After going to the past two annual conferences, Zhou wanted to be a presenter of a research project. When he got the email three weeks before the conference began, he practiced his presentation with Wang.
“I felt very nervous,” Zhou said. “I quickly went to my mentor’s lab office to talk with her and get tips and advice from her years of experience. I was really nervous, but I also felt very honored that I was chosen.”
He presented his research along with five other finalists on June 29, 2024.
