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Chancellor’s Science Scholars’ Instagram account highlighted Kiara Thompson, an undergraduate researcher in Kuhlman lab.


Kiara Thompson in front of a posterKiara Thompson shares her work on protein design and her experience presenting her research at national conferences.

At the NOBCChE conference in Orlando, FL, she reconnected with CSS 3 Kristen Gardner and learned more about connecting her interest in biology and immunology to chemistry.

Later this semester, she will also present her research at the SACNAS and ABRCMS national conferences–gaining valuable experience in science communication and networking with other students and scientists in her field. Click to read more about Kiara Thompson in this post ” Research Profile: Protein Design for New Medical Therapies.”


Chancellor’s Science Scholars at UNC provides a supportive community of peers and mentors for students from every background as they pursue STEM degrees and careers.