Summer Centered: Amy Zamora '18

Summer Centered: Amy Zamora '18

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Amy Zamora ‘18 is helping Assistant Professor of Biology Roshan Jain understand the behavioral repercussions of various genetic mutations, thanks to funding from the Marian E. Koshland Integrated Sciences Center.

Photo: Holden Blanco '17.

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Our mascot—the Black Squirrel—has a genetic adaptation that gives it a bold, black coat. Join our distinctive community and stand out from the pack with your fellow Haverfordians.

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Previous Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Suzanne Amador Kane with Peacock feather

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Faculty Research: Suzanne Amador Kane

Haverford faculty members are internationally recognized thought-leaders dedicated to working closely with undergraduates. Sixty-one percent of our faculty live on campus, allowing them to develop strong, supportive ties and undertake in-depth research with their students.

Professor of Physics Suzanne Amador Kane co-authored a study of peacock courtship displays and feather biomechanics and participated in a Reddit AMA about the research. Photo: Patrick Montero.

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Next Friday, August 19, 2016

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KINSC Scientific Imaging Contest

The KINSC Scientific Imaging Contest is an annual competition for student-submitted images from experiments or simulations that are scientifically intriguing as well as aesthetically pleasing. Judging is based on both the quality of the image and the explanation of the underlying science.

Caleb Eckert '17, Painted agar plates with colorful strains of Streptomyces bacteria to produce living biological artwork. 2015-16 Third Place Winner.

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