Charlene Betourney
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Christina is a Neuroscience Ph.D Student in the Roberts-Galbraith Lab. Her current research focuses on understanding how neuropeptides influence stem cell function and regeneration utilizing an animal capable of robust regeneration called the planarian. Christina was awarded the ARCS scholarship after submitting a two-phase application. The first phase consisted of two letters of recommendation, a…
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“Regenerative Bioscience will lead to breakthroughs in medicine, particularly in the fields of neuroscience for diseases that are unable to be treated with modern medicinal techniques.”
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“My first true introduction to regenerative bioscience was Dr. Holly Kinder’s class, Introduction to Regenerative Bioscience. I previously knew in high school that I was interested in this particular domain of science and medicine, but I did not know that the University of Georgia would provide such amazing coursework to explore this area. Following this…
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“I think that regenerative bioscience is very important especially in the field of medicine. Currently we know so much more about diseases and medicine then ever before and a lot of that is due to the progress and discoveries that have been made from the regenerative bioscience field. We potentially have the possibility to cure…
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“I feel science is always advancing and with regenerative bioscience it helps us come up with new innovative ways to improve healthcare as a whole…being an engineering major helps me bring a different perspective on the science being these diseases and potential solutions.”
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“My fascination with the relationship between environmental and human health began while studying the female reproductive system in my high school anatomy class. Here, I encountered a nesting doll-like diagram of a pregnant woman that illustrated how environmental exposures are intergenerational and can harm not only the mother’s health, but also that of her child…
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“My first exposure to regenerative bioscience was during a 4-H program. We visited the UGA Vet School and saw ongoing research using swine and stem cells to cure head trauma. It was on this trip that I was introduced to the regenerative bioscience major. Two years later, I would remember this major and apply for…
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“In my research on immunotherapeutic approaches for severe traumatic brain injury (sTBI) repair, I observed the potential of regenerative therapies to heal and regenerate neurological tissues that were once considered irreparable. This hands-on involvement solidified my belief in the importance of this field, as it provides hope for conditions that currently have limited treatment options.…
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“Over the past year, I have worked as an EMT across Georgia as well as in Athens. This experience has opened my eyes to various health conditions and how the body reacts to those conditions. As an EMT, understanding the physiology behind certain diseases allows us to better treat patients and continue to develop more…
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“The concept of regenerative bioscience and its research is so important because it represents the forefront of innovation. The research associated with regenerative bioscience stands apart from traditional research because of its focus on internal regeneration and repair. This research and the procedures that result from regenerative bioscience are cutting edge and, in my opinion,…
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