Congratulations to Amy Aponte, a graduate student at the Michael Emanuele lab
The Graduate Diversity Enrichment Program (GDEP) awards, administered by the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, aim to enhance diversity and foster inclusivity within the scientific community by providing support to exceptional individuals from underrepresented backgrounds as they pursue graduate studies in STEM disciplines. Amy is selected from a pool of highly talented applicants to receive financial support, mentorship opportunities, and essential resources to provide assistance throughout her academic journey.
With the support of this prestigious award, Amy’s thesis work, titled “Regulation of the retinoblastoma tumor suppressor (Rb) by the ubiquitin-proteasome system,” gains even greater potential to advance our comprehension of Rb degradation and underscores the clinical complexities of tumor suppression associated with Rb. Amy’s dedication and hard work represent a significant contribution to the scientific community, further exemplifying the tangible impact of the Graduate Diversity Enrichment Program.