PAST RECIPIENTS

2023–2024

• Briana Agenbroad
  Morphological Divergence in a Tropical Frugivore Across a Precipitation-Land Use Gradient
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Corey Tarwater, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Jada Antelope
  Native Environment Wisdom Voices and Outcomes in Climate and Environmental Science
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Sydney BenChaabane
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Anthropology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• Caleb Eastlund
  On The Excess of Close Binary Systems in Star Forming Regions
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Max Moe, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Aidan Ferguson
  Completion and Commission of the Fiber High Resolution Echelle (FHiRE) at the Wyoming Infrared Observatory (WIRO)
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Pierce, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Riley Geldean
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• David Gordon
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• Gabrielle Graham
  The Influence of Star Clusters on Interstellar Dust
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Janelle Grant
  Association of Low Dose Lipoprotein and Inflammatory Cytokines on the Risk of Congestive Heart Failure in Cattle
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Cody Gifford, Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources
• Aidan Hereford
  New Voices – Native Environment Wisdom, Voices, and Outcomes in Climate and Environmental Science
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Danielle Jones
  Peat-Forming Sedges from Rocky Mountain Fens Used to Reconstruct Past Hydroclimate
  Environmental Systems Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Dulcinea Groff, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Tara Jorgenson
  REPAIR – Renewing Environmental Participation and Indigenous Repatriation
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Hunter Kindt
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• Alexander Larsen
  On the Nature of Brown Dwarfs
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Chip Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Amelia Myers
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• Vincent Petrey
  Physics-Informed Neural Network for the Analysis and Design of Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Xiang Zhang, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Emma Plett
  Intraspecific Predation of Hygrotus Larvae
  Environmental Systems Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Erin Poyer
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• Carson Rardin
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Statistics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• Liam Royle-Grimes
  Measuring the Masses of the Black Holes Powering the Most Extreme Active Galactic Nuclei
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Brotherton, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Kathryn Schabron
  Predicting Bird-Window Collisions on the University of Wyoming Campus (and Beyond)
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patrick Kelley, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Samantha Smith
  Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project
  Computer Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Philip Bergmaier, Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium
• John Tonascia
  Predicting Bird-Window Collisions on the University of Wyoming Campus (and Beyond)
  Psychology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Chelsea-Victoria Turner
  Using Historical Specimen Data and New Floristic Inventories to Climate Change Refugia in the Big Horn Mountain Range
  Plant Production and Protection, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Tank, Department of Botany
• Annie Walgren
  Identifying Functional He_LEA Sequences for Desiccation Protection in Tardigrades
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Thomas Boothby, Department of Molecular Biology
• Austen Williamson
  Lunar Lasso
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Kari Strube, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Bonnie Rose Yinger
  Synthesizing Tungsten Carbide Through Metal Assisted Microwave Treatment of Raw Coal Powder
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. TeYu Chien, Department of Physics and Astronomy

2022–2023

• Magaly Alday
  Technology Access in Latinx Communities
  Education, Wyoming Latina Youth Conference
  Advisor: Dr. Cecilia Aragon, Wyoming Latina Youth Conference
• Jada Antelope
  ICCE Climate Capture – From Everest to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Cameron Ball, Daniel Wenger, James Sheets, Forrest Bucholz, and Reese Romero
  The Cowboy Claw – A Lunar Reusable Surface Anchoring Device
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Kevin Kilty, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Austin Bernard
  The Applications of Mechatronics and Microcontrollers in Mechanical Engineering
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Karagh Brummond, Honors College
• Dane Christoffersen
  Back to the Elements: Putting Euclid’s Pedagogy to the Test with Modern Assessment
  Secondary Education / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Maxwell Condell
  Energy Efficient Rapid Additive Manufacturing of Thermoset Polymer Composites Based on Frontal Polymerization
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Xiang Zhang, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Aidan Hereford
  ICCE Climate Capture – From Everest to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
  Psychology, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Brenna Martin
  Does Pollinator Visitation Differ Between Operating and Proposed Wind Farms?
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Alex Minge
  BIKES: Broadening Inclusion, Knowledge, and Experience in Science – A 2,696 Mile Exploration of Earth and Atmospheric Science
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Vinvent Nicholson
  Investigating the Role of Environmentally Induced IDP Ensemble Changes in Promoting Dessication Tolerance
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Thomas Boothby, Department of Molecular Biology
• Maxwell Packebush
  Developing Cold-Chain Independent Storage Methods for Key Biologics to Promote Long-Term Space Missions
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Thomas Boothby, Department of Molecular Biology
• Ryan Ruiz
  Manufacturing of ZrC Ceramics Based on Frontal Polymerization: A Preliminary Study Toward 3D Printing of ZrC Ceramics for Nuclear Propulsion
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Xiang Zhang, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Bridger Sparks
  Influence of Diabetes Mellitus on the Reproductive Health of Peripubertal Swine
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brenda Alexander, Department of Animal Science
• Red Thunder Spoonhunter
  ICCE Climate Capture – From Everest to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Tera Swaby
  Observing Exoplanets at Red Buttes Observatory to Categorize Their Size with Transit
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Ryan Towne
  ICCE Climate Capture – From Everest to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
  Expedition Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Jacki Klancher, Department of Science and Math, Alpine Science Institute, Central Wyoming College
• Aaron Vigil
  Fabrication and Testing of a 3D Printing Platform for Frontal Polymerization Based 3D Printing
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Xiang Zhang, Department of Mechanical Engineering

2021–2022

• Riley Baker
  Investigating the Effects of Grazing on Three Declining Bumble Bee Species in Eastern Wyoming
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Kalley Collins
  Utilizing Leaf Traits and Isotopic Composition to Understand Plant-Insect Interactions Across Two Temperate Forests
  Anthropology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ellen Currano, Department of Geology and Geophysics / Department of Botany
• Lydia Cooke
  Investigating Floral Preferences and Density to Improve Conservation of Declining Bumble Bee Populations in Eastern Wyoming
  Environmental Systems Science / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Sean Murphy
  Design and Build a 3D Printing Platform for Composite Additive Manufacturing based on Frontal Polymerization
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Xiang Zhang, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Maxwell Packebush
  Investigating the Molecular Mechanisms and Structure of the Dsup Protein
  Molecular Biology / Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Thomas Boothby, Department of Molecular Biology
• Caleb Price
  Bioengineering of Light Activated Proteins
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• James Quenon
  Cupric Oxide Nanowire and its Efficacy for Arsenic Removal from Ground Water
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. TeYu Chien, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Zoe Short
  Estimating the Habitat of Monarch and Regal Fritillary Butterflies in Wyoming
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Emma Swan
  Application of Remote Sensing to Determine Disease Risks
  Animal and Veterinary Sciences, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Adalyn Vergara
  Measuring Leaf Mass Per Area (LMA) and Insect Herbivory on Two Temperate Forests to Quantify the Effects of Environment on Plant-Insect Interactions
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ellen Currano, Department of Geology and Geophysics / Department of Botany

2020–2021

• Tate Beddingfield
  Crow Creek Riparian Project
  Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Fabian Nippgen and Dr. Ginger Paige, Department of Ecosystem Science and Management
• Ryan Burns
  Use of Remote Sensing and Spatial Modeling to Characterize Connectedness of Tall Forb Habitats for Pollinators in Western Wyoming
  Geography, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ken Driese, Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center; and Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Kamaile DeLong
  Investigating Pollinator Diversity in Healthy and Degraded Tall Forb Communities
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Sam Denka
  Impact Behavior of Axially Impacted Composites Using a Custom Drop Tester
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carl Frick, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Susannah Heller
  Climate Change Impacts on Snowpack and Wildfire Risk in Wyoming
  Geophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Zachary Lebo, Department of Atmospheric Science
• Ivy Jay
  Developing a Mathematical Formula for Describing Dispersion in Advection Diffusion-Reaction Systems
  Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Debashis Dutta, Department of Chemistry
• Michael Lindman
  Cataloging and Classifying Stars That Drive Stellar Bow Shock Nebulae
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Mitchell Nelson
  Fabrication of Perovskite Halides via Inkjet Printing
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. TeYu Chien, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Max Packebush
  Investigating the Pathogens Causing the Declination of Bumble Bees in Wyoming
  Microbiology / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Ethan Rowe
  Stylogaster Flies, Balancing Risk and Availability When Selecting Hosts in an Ephemeral Resource
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Dillon, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Adam Russell
  Probing Strain-Ligand Effect Between Supported Platinum and Phase-Pure Transition Metal Carbide Support via XANES Spectroscopy
  Chemical Engineering / Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Katie Dongmei Li-Oakey, Department of Chemical Engineering
• Deana Sadrieva
  New Materials for Removal of Silane and Sulfone Water Impurities for Long-term, Manned Space Missions
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Hoberg, Department of Chemistry
• John Tharp
  Carbon Foam Anodes for Improved Lithium Battery Performance
  Energy Systems Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Erica Belmont, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Sarah Wannemuehler
  The Impacts of Limited Oxygen Availability on Aquatic Macroinvertebrates
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Dillon, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Jordan Williams
  Effect of Maternal Gestating Cattle Nutrition on Calf Feed and Reproductive Efficiency
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Hannah Cunningham-Hollinger, Department of Animal Science

2019–2020

• Julian Duarte
  Development and Characterization of a Lightweight Polymer Nanoparticle Matrix
  Electrical Engineering / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. William Rice, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Theresa Higgins
  Establishing a Protocol for Automated Individual Recognition Using Zebra Finch Images and Deep Neural Networks
  Zoology / Biology / Physiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sarah Benson-Amram, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Caleb Hoopes
  A Chemical Strategy for Understanding How Magnetic Fields Affect Human Cells
  Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Taylor, Department of Chemistry
• Isaac Hughes
  The Sum of Divisors and Primality Test Efficiency
  Electrical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Eric Quade, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
• Callie Klinghagen
  Increasing Accurate Detection of Brucella Abortus,a Zoonotic Foodborne Pathogen
  Animal and Veterinary Sciences, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Anthony Lew
  Guided Wave Non-Destructive Examination with Active Focusing and Flexural Wave Sweeping
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Yang Liu, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• MJ Lindman
  Measuring Massive Binary Star Systems that Produce Supernova Explosions
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Adrienne Mackenzie
  Hemoparasites: Determining Prevalence in Rocky Mountain Broad-Tailed Hummingbirds
  Animal Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor:  Dr. Holly Ernest, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Pryce Millikin
  The Effects of Climate and Nectarivore Interactions on Pollination of an Endangered Hawaiian Plant
  Botany, University of Wyoming
  Advisor:  Dr. Corey Tarwater, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Wyatt Schiermeyer
  SUAV-based Remote Sensing to Assess the Effects of Beaver Activity on Sediment Transport in the Laramie Range
  Environmental Geology and Geohydrology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor:  Dr. Fabian Nippgen, Department of Ecosystem Science and Management
• Meagan Soehn
  Enhancing Detection of a Zoonotic Foodborne Pathogen, Brucella Suis
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor:  Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Jana Zaatreh
  Application of Biomimicry in Climate Change Adaptation Solution: A Case Study of Building Envelope Design Inspired by Leaves
  Architectural Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor:  Dr. Liping Wang, Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering

2018–2019

• Carissa Cooley
  Cognition and Problem Solving of Raccoons (Procyon lotor) and Striped Skunks (Mephitis mephitis)
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sarah Benson-Amram, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Madison Crawford
  Investigating Potential Effects of Bloom Density on Attracting Rare Pollinating Insects
  Botany, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Alexandra Higley
  Quasar Spectra
  Physics / Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Adam Meyers, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Rosemary Hopson
  Impacts of Climate and Invasive Species on Frugivory in a Novel Ecosystem
  Zoology / Botany, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Corey Tarwater, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Ryleigh Kobbe
  Determining the Feasibility of Using Nanocomposite Membranes for the Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Mixed Brines
  Elementary Education, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jonathan Brant, Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering
• Alex Schultz
  Precursor Systems to Red Novae
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Frederick Slane
  Inside-Out Galaxy Foundation
  Physics / Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Megan Soehn
  Validation of Novel Molecular Assay for Swine Brucellosis
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• David Tobin
  Determining the Model Coefficients of a New Turbulence Model
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Stoellinger, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Russell Todd
  Grasping a Ball with Static and Dynamic Ebbinghaus Illusion in a 3D Virtual Reality Environment
  Computer Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Qin Zhu, Department of Kinesiology and Health
• Kaitlyn Vap
  Laser Patterning of Graphene Oxide
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patrick Johnson, Department of Chemical Engineering
• Joshua Walmsley
  Using Measurements at Individual Nanoparticles to Screen Electrocatalysts for Hydrazine Oxidation
  Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Caleb Hill, Department of Chemistry
• Tessa Wittman
  Development of Improved Detection Methods for Wyoming Toads
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Melanie Murphy, Department of Ecosystem and Science Management
• Jason Young
  Liquid Crystal Elastomers as Mechanical Dampers
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carl Frick, Department of Mechanical Engineering

2017–2018

• Sierra Amundson
  Validation of Diagnostic Assay for Long-Term Space Expeditions
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Samuel Berg
  Predictability in Delta Systems
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brandon McElroy, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Carissa Cooley
  University of Wyoming Raccoon Project
  Animal and Veterinary Science / Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sarah Benson-Amram, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Madison Crawford
  Investigating Potential Effects of Wind Turbine Color on Attracting Pollinating Insects
  Botany, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstadd, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Andrew Flaim
  Controls on Abrupt Forest Changes in the Snowy Range, Medicine Bow Mountains, Wyoming
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Bryan Shuman, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Bailey Hamann
  Rebuilding the Barrier to Inflammation: A Potential Therapeutic Target for the Prevention of Hirschsprung’s-Associated Enterocolitis
  Microbiology / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Naomi Ward, Department of Molecular Biology / Department of Botany
• Joann Hilman
  Copper Oxide NWs for Use in Removing As from Ground Water through Adsorption
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Teyu Chien, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Alexis Lester
  Are Local Pollinators and Plants Affected by Laramie’s Mosquito Control Program?
  Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Connor Leyshon
  Microgravity Research and Testing Solutions for Cube Satellites
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Kevin Kilty, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Ian McGlynn
  How Has a Changing Climate Affected Permanent Snowfields in Wyoming’s Snowy Range?
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Andrew Parsekian, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Gabriel Miller
  New Algorithms for the Characterization of the Time Evolution of the Sun’s Inner Corona
  Physics / Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Pierce, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Cody Perkins
  Development of High-Temperature High-Resilience Silicon Carbide Microstructures via 3D Printing
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carl Frick, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Brian Potter
  CubeSat Functionality and Microgravity Testing Platform
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Kevin Kilty, Department of  Mechanical Engineering
• Matthew Provart, Education
  Development of Virtual Reality Software for Wyoming High Schools
  Secondary Math Education, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Andrea Burrows, School of Teacher Education
• Jahshua Sanchez
  Locating Raccoon Hotspots in Laramie, Wyoming, Using Trail Cameras and VHF Radio-Telemetry
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sarah Benson-Amram, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Danielle Schurhammer
  Finding Quasars Behind Local Galaxies
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Adam Myers, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Logan Stowe
  Metallic Thin Films For Use in Next Generation Flexible Electronics
  Civil Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carl Frick, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• John Westenhoff
  Hydrogeology of Ice Within Dunes in the Red Desert
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Andrew Parsekian, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Kara Wise
  Coupled Biogeochemical Cycles in the Laramie River
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Robert Hall, Department of Zoology and Physiology

2016–2017

• Sierra Amundson
  Ensuring a Safe and Secure Food Supply for Long-Term Space Expedition
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Christopher Brammerlin
  Rare Earth Perovskite Oxides for Fuel Cell Catalysts
  Chemistry / Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brian Leonard, Department of Chemistry
• Emily Davis
  The Effect of Sex and Seasonal Variation on Raccoon (Procyon Lotor) Home Ranges in Laramie, Wyoming
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sarah Benson-Amram, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Bailey Hamann
  Mining the Mouse Microbiome
  Microbiology / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Naomi Ward, Department of Molecular Biology
• Joann Hilman
  Copper Oxide Nanowire for Solar Cell Applications
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. TeYu Chen, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Matthew Lehmitz
  Botanical Close Range Sensing via UAV System
  Computer Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Gregory Brown, Department of Botany
• Katie Nelson
  Inertial Focusing Used to Separate Xenopus Embryo Nuclei for Droplet Encapsulation
  Chemical Engineering / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Oakey, Department of Chemical Engineering
• Rachel Parziale
  Characterizing Star Clusters in Nearby Galaxies
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Joshua Walker
  Development of Aerogel Thin Films for Optical Studies of Carbon Nanotubes
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. William Rice, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Alixandra Wimberley
  The Effects of Urbanization on Raccoon Cognitive Abilities
  Zoology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sarah Benson-Amram, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Samuel Wiswell
  From Source to the Photosynthetic Fringe: The Downstream Geochemistry of Yellowstone National Park’s Hydrothermal System
  Environmental Geology and Geohydrology / Environmental and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Kenneth Sims, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Richard Yang
  Visualizing Fully-Connected Neural Networks
  Computer Science / Computer Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jeff Clune, Department of Computer Science

2015–2016

• Delina Dority
  Investigating Ecological Effects of Wind Turbines to Improve Design and Management of Wind Farms
  Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lusha Tronstad, Department of Wyoming Natural Diversity Database
• Christopher Edwards
  High Resolution Terrain Analysis Using Lidar data
  Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Scott Miller, Department of Ecosystem Science & Management
• Joann Hilman
  A Comprehensive Study on the Effects of Oxidization Fabrication on the Efficiency of Copper Oxide as a P-Type Active Layer in a Solar Cell
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. TeYu Chien, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Annie Krueger
  Determining the Realistic Toxicity of Imidacloprid for a Native Bee Species Bombus Impatiens
  Zoology / Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Dillon, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Gabriel Miller
  Construction of a Differential Image Motion Monitor at the Wyoming Infrared Observatory
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Jonathan Miller
  Food Security and Safety for Long-Term Space Expedition
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Aaron Strom
  Photolysis in Solar System Ices: Formation of Vitamin B3
  Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Anderson, Department of Chemistry
• Adrienne Sulser
  Factors Affecting Probability of Amphibian Occurrence on Pole Mountain: Evaluating Water Quality, Disease and Predation
  Microbiology / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Melanie Murphy, Department of Renewable Resources

2014–2015

• Thomas Bilodeau
  Stochastic Modeling of Composite Strength Structures to Link Microstructure to Failure
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ray Fertig, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Brent Forbis
  Methane Hydrate Studies
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Hertanto Adidhama, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Alan Hatlestadt
  Measuring the Ages of Galaxies and Extended Stellar Populations
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Joann Hilman
  A Study in the Fabrication and Chemical Properties of Graphene
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. TeYu Chen, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Tyler Hughes
  Creating Physical Worlds to Recreate Evolutionary Arms Races
  Computer Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jeff Clune, Department of Computer Science
• David Leonhardt
  Development of Robust Image Processing Software for Analysis of CFRP Microstructure
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ray Fertig, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Matthew Love
  Investigation of How Geometric Weave Parameters Affect Composite Performance
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ray Fertig, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Jonathan Miller
  Food Security and Safety for Long-Term Space Exploration
  Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brant Schumaker, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Jareth Roberts
  Determine the Primary Method of Galaxy Formation Based on Relative Star Ages
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Tess Ward
  Droplet Diffusion and Stretching in the Study of the Mechanisms Responsible for Mitotic Spindle Scaling
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Oakey, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Devon Webster
  Microfluidics in Determining Optimum Flow Rates in Spindle Size Experiments
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Oakey, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering

2013–2014

• Eric Cameron
  Lightning Strike Model with 2D Multiple Branched Leader Simulations
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Thayer, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Annette Hein
  Tracing the Erosional History of the North Platte River
  Geology, Casper College
  Advisor: Dr. Kent Sundell, Geology Department (Casper College)
• Abigail Huyler
  The Influence of Cross Sectional Inhomogeneity of Carbon-Epoxy Composite Strength
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Adivsor: Dr. David Walrath, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Charles Johnson
  Wind Belt
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jay Sitaraman, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Evan Martin
  Evaluating the Alteration of Environmental Signals in the Stratigraphic Record: A Tool for Better Understanding Environmental Change
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brandon McElroy, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Joshua McConnell
  Quantification of Lateral Forces on Inertially-Focused Particles in Microfluidic Channels
  Chemical Engineering / Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Oakey, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Lacie McIntire
  Generating Oxygen Through Photocatalytic Reactions by Minerals
  Earth Systems Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carrick Eggleston, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Amy Reece
  Passive Size-Selective Separation of Hydrogel-Encapsulated and Bare Cells for Whole Blood Diagnostics
  Chemical Engineering / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Oakey, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Rachel Smullen
  Heartbeat Stars
  Astrophysics and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• John Stacy
  Bimetallic Carbide Nanomaterials as Fuel Cell Catalysts
  Chemical Engineering / Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brian Leonard, Department of Chemistry
• Talysa Stockert
  An Experimental Study of Heat Transfer in a Twin-Screw Extruder for On-Board Hydrogen Storage
  Energy Systems Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Yuan Zheng, Department of Mechanical Engineering

2012–2013

• Jacob Berg
  The Effects of Brucella against T-Lymphocyte Populations
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey Adamovicz, Department of Veterinary Sciences
• Mary Centrella
  Development of a Pollen Library
  Zoology / Spanish, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Dillon, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Annette Hein
  Tracing the Erosional History of the North Platte River
  Geology, Casper College
  Advisor: Dr. Kent Sundell, Geology Department (Casper College)
• Tricia Jensen
  Engineering a Light Activated Caspase-3 for Cancer Treatment and Cell Biology Research
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Sean McCrackin
  Plant Responses to Light Independent of Photosynthesis: Qualification and Quantification of Photoreceptors and Light Dependent Morphological Traits Throughout Development Stages in a Nonphotosynthetic Plant
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Steven Miller, Department of Botany
• Laura Morse
  Elevated CO2 and Warming Effects on Soil pH and Microbial Physiology
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Elise Pendall, Department of Botany
• Samual Nissim
  Reverberation Mapping of Quasars at Wyoming
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Brotherton, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Dusty Parker
  The Role of Climate and Vegetation in Controlling Forest Fires in the Park Range, Colorado
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Bryan Shuman, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Amy Reece
  Size-selective Sorting of Rare Cells for Whole Blood Diagnostics
  Chemical Engineering / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Oakey, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Erik Schmidt
  Analysis of Solutions of the 2nd Order Stochastic Parabolic Equations
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Peter Polyakov, Department of Mathematics
• Rachel Smullen
  A Search for Home: Kepler Follow-Up Spectroscopy
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of  Physics and Astronomy
• John Stacy
  Bimetallic Carbide Nanotubes as Fuel Cell Catalysts
  Chemical Engineering / Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Brian Leonard, Department of Chemistry

2011–2012

• Kelsie Delaney
  Do Tourists Bug Bacteria? The Effects of Human Presence and Pollution on Bacterial Diversity and Distribution in the Streams of Glacier National Park
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Gerard Andrews, Department of Veterinary Sciences; Dr. Melanie Murphy, Department of Renewable Resources, and Dr. Shannon Albeke, Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center
• Noah Hull
  Photosynthetic Bacterium for Long-Term Space Expeditions
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Veronica Malone
  Synthesis of Data Collected on the Big Spring, Thermopolis, WY, Exploration of Biogeochemical Equilibrium of Mineral Deposition and Draft of Professional Publication Concerning Results
  Environmental Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Suzanne Smaglik, Department of Math and Science (Central Wyoming College)
• Amy Miller
  Obtaining Precise Dust Temperatures in Nearby Galaxies
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Jason Price
  Seismic Characterization of Promising Geological Formations for CO2 Storage in Rock Springs, WY
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Po Chen, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Rachel Smullen
  Radial Velocity Measurements of Stars in the Cygnus OB2 Association
  Astronomy and Astrophysics / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Travis Wells
  Electrospun Synthetic Spider Silk Fibers
  Chemical Engineering / Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patrick Johnson, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering

2010–2011

• Jordan Collingwood
  Establishment Site Preference of Western Red Cedar (Thuja Plicata) and Western Hemlock (Tsuga Heterphylla) in Glacier National Park
  International Studies, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Dan Tinker, Department of Botany
• Noah Hull
  Photosynthetic Bacterium for Long-Term Space Expeditions
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Eben Johnson
  Rapid Morphological Control of Kidney Function and the Implications for Long-distance Space Travel
  Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Hank Harlow, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Ernest Lawson
  Influence of a Drier Climate on Vegetation at the Lower Forest Boundary
  American Studies / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. William Lauenroth, Department of Botany
• Christopher MacLellan
  Computer Control and Acquisition for Fountain Flow Cytometry of Rare Cells
  Computer Science / Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Paul Johnson, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Andrea Noakes
  Climate-Induced Vegetation Changes and their Effects on Small Mammals in Southeast Wyoming
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Merav Ben-David, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Abbie Patik
  Mechanisms of Behavioral Sequencing in Bengalese Finches
  Psychology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jon Prather, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Jacob Peters
  Is the Carbon in Dietary Lipids Routed to Tissue Protein? A Physiology Experiment with Ecological Implications
  Physiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carlos Martinez del Rio, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Joseph Reed
  Safe Food for Space Travel: New Means to Fight Listeria Monocytogenes
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Robert Shriver
  Mediation of Bark Beetle Impacts on Forest Carbon Budgets by Growth and Survival Responses of Epiphytic Lichens
  Biology / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Dan Doak, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Tracy Wilcox
  Genetic Characterization of Thermophilic Bacteria and their Growth Patterns: Hot Springs State Park, Thermopolis, WY
  Earth and Environmental Science / Biology, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Suzanne Smaglik, Department of Math and Science (Central Wyoming College)

2009–2010

• John Barksdale and Zachary Zahller
  Bicycle Brake Lights
  Electrical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Whitman, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Christine Bell
  Do Mayflies and Their Parasites Behave Differently in the Absence of Predaceous Trout?
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisors: Dr. Robert Hall, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Brandon Chiu and Russell Martin
  Power Controller and Regulation System to Integrate Solar Photo-Voltaic and Wind Power Utilization in Commercial Applications
  Electrical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Sadrul Ula, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Noah Hull
  Photosynthetic Bacterium for Long-Term Space Expeditions
  Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Rebecca Johnson
  Study of the Effects of Wind Power to Establish Fatigue Design Criteria for High-Mast Poles
  Architectural Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jay Puckett, Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering
• Joshua McConnell
  SERS Detection of Viral DNA Using Morpholino Oligos Tethered to Colloidal Gold Nanoparticles
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patrick Johnson, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Ryan McDonald
  The Use of Dendrochemistry and DNA Analyses to Evaluate the Impact of Nonnative Species on River Otters and Aquatic-Terrestrial Linkages in Yellowstone Lake
  Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Merav Ben-David, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Paul Pribyl
  Long Term Perspectives on the Effects of Climate Change on Southern Wyoming’s and Northern Colorado’s Water Resources
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Bryan Shuman, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Joseph Reed
  Function of c-di-GMP in the Food-Borne Pathogen Listeria Monocytogenes
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Robert Shriver
  Analysis of Fire History of an Isolated Limber Pine Forest, Pine Forest Range, NV
  Biology / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Thomas Minckley, Department of Botany
• Heather Talbott
  An Independent, Localized GnRH System in the Heart
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Donal Skinner, Department of Zoology and Physiology

2008–2009

• Emily Byra
  Influence of Gender and Estrogen on Cardiac Deconditioning in Microgravity
  Health Science and Nutrition, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jun Ren, Department of Pharmaceutical Science
• David Dixon
  Effects of Propranolol in Rats When Applied Following Subsequent Stress Reminders in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
  Professional Pharmacy, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Suzanne Clark, School of Pharmacy
• Kyle Fox
  Analysis of SPIN FET Characteristics with Variations in Material Properties and Thickness of Ferromagnetic Materials
  Electrical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jinke Tang, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Joseph Griffith
  Nitrogen Deposition in the Snowy Range of Wyoming
  Environmental Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Stephen Williams, Department of Renewable Resources
• Kyla Jones
  Influence of Gender and Estrogen on Cardiac Deconditioning in Microgravity
  Life Sciences, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jun Ren, Department of Pharmaceutical Science
• Trent Mankowski
  Investigating Energy Transfer in Ce3+ and Cr3+ Co-Doped Phosphors and Their Applications in White Light Emitting Diodes (LED’s)
  Physics / Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jinke Tang, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Daniel Peterson
  Extremal Graph Theory and the Optimization of Communications Networks
  Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. G. Eric Moorhouse, Department of Mathematics
• Joseph Reed
  The Role of Light in Virulence and Biofilms in Klebsiella Pneumoniae
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Gomelsky, Department of Molecular Biology
• Timothy Reed
  An Investigation of the Landscape Development and Climatic History of Table Mountain, Fremont Co., Wyoming
  Earth System Sciences, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Suzanne Smaglik, Department of Math and Science (Central Wyoming College); and Dr. Carol Frost, Department of Geology and Geophysics (UW)

2007–2008

• Alyssa Cooper
  Synthetic Spider Silk: An Emerging Biomaterial
  Electrical Engineering / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Randolph Lewis, Department of Molecular Biology
• Joseph Griffith
  Organic Matter and Soil Characteristics of High-Elevation Alpine Zones Above 3,200 Meters in the Mountains of North-Central Colorado and Southeast Wyoming
  Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Stephen Williams, Department of Renewable Resources
• Karl Heimbuck
  Factoring Integers with Elliptic Curves and Applications
  Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Andreas Stein, Department of Mathematics
• Geoffrey Luke
  Autonomous Navigation Through Binocular Computer Vision
  Computer Engineering / Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Cameron Wright, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Sage McCann
  Identification of Thermophilic Bacteria and Characterization of Their Habitat: Big Horn Spring at Hot Spring State Park, Thermopolis, Wyoming
  Earth and Environmental Science, Central Wyoming College
  Advisor: Suzanne Smaglik, Department of Math and Science (Central Wyoming College)
• Jeremy Pepin
  Synthesis of a Simple Predecessor of RNA and DNA
  Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John Hoberg, Department of Chemistry
• Micah Schuster
  Constraining Galaxy Evolution via Hydrogen Line Emission Luminosity Functions
  Physics / Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Dane Taylor
  Micro-Fluidic Droplet Oscillation and Transport Analysis with Matlab Simulation
  Electrical Engineering / Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Thayer, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Sean Ukele
  Use of Nanoparticle Structures to Promote Stability and Activity of Extracellular Enzymes for Application in Biofuel Cells
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patrick Johnson, Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering
• Teal Wyckoff
  Sagebrush Community Structure Characterization for Improved Remotely Sensed Imagery Utilization in the Laramie Basin, Wyoming
  Geography / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Kenneth Driese, Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center; and Dr. Steven Prager, Department of Geography

2006–2007

• Dustin Carruthers
  Applications in Control Theory: Quad Rotor Helicopter
  Electrical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John O’Brien, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Jim Gampetro
  Thermoplastic Resin Impregnation of Fiberglass Tows for Pultrusion
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Walrath, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Bryan Gorges
  Improving Future Undergraduate Research Providing Remote Control for the Physical Sciences Rooftop Telescope
  Computer Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Steven Barrett, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Joseph Griffith
  Organic Matter and Soil Characteristics of High-Elevation Alpine Zones Above 3,200 Meters [10,500 Feet] in the Mountains of North-Central Colorado and South-East Wyoming
  Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Stephen Williams, Department of Renewable Resources
• Robert Grogan
  Modeling and Simulation of Parallel Robotics with Matlab
  Computer Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John O’Brien, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Westin Joy
  Analysis of Solutions of the Possio Integral Equation in 2D Aeroelasticity
  Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Peter Polyakov, Department of Mathematics
• Ben Kelley
  Extrasolar Planet Search in NGC 188
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Laura Portscheller
  Extrasolar Planet Search in NGC 188
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Henry Kobulnicky, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Katie Rogers
  Discovering the Genetics Behind Hormone Signaling Pathways
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Fay, Department of  Molecular Biology
• Qi Qi Wang
  Substance P and GnRH in the Role of the Circadian Cycle
  Microbiology / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Donal Skinner, Department of Zoology and Physiology

2005–2006

• Brenda Christensen
  Transmitting Information Securely and Correctly Using Secret Sharing Schemes and Elliptical Curve Cryptography
  Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Bryan Shader, Department of Mathematics
• Heather Hanson
  Spitzer Nearby Galaxy Survey
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Dale, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Scott Kelley
  Remote Identification of Fluvial & Eolian Benches and Terraces in the Laramie Basin
  Geography, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Dennis Prager and Dr. J. Michael Daniels, Department of Geography
• Kandace Krejci
  Development of a GIS Model to Identify Private and Mineral Ownership Near Key Sage Grouse Leks
  Biological Sciences, Sheridan College
  Advisor: Dr. Dick Birkholz, Natural Science Division (Sheridan College)
• Erik Reynolds
  Light-Induced Oxidation & Reduction of Iron: A Primordial Iron Cycle on Earth and Mars
  Zoology and Physiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patricia Colberg, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Patrick Shea
  Testing and Analysis of Circumferential Properties of Titanium Tubing
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Garnich, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Qiqi Wang
  Expression of GFP by the GnRH Receptor Promoter
  Microbiology / Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Donal Skinner, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• John Willford
  Development of Luminescent Biosensor for Rapid Detection of Eschericha Coli 0157:H7
  Animal and Veterinary Sciences / Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, Department of Animal Science

2004–2005

• Andrew Curtis
  External and Semi-External Algorithmic Analysis of Massive Graphs and Digraphs
  Computer Science / Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Bryan Shader, Department of Mathematics
• Ruben Mares
  Climate Change and the Wolf Management Plan in Wyoming: Forecasting Effects of Changes in Precipitation and Temperature on Wolf Livestock Depredations by 2025
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Merav Ben-David, Department of Zoology and Physiology; and Dr. Harold Bergman, School of Environment and Natural Resources
• Lindsey Melhaff
  Analysis of Anisotropic Elastic-Plastic Properties of Titanium Tubing
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Mark Garnich, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Susan Pitts
  Rock and Mineral Identification by Raman Spectroscopy
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ronald Marrs, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Gregory Sarchet
  Sustained Released Progesterone from Liposomes to Control Ovarian Cancer
  Pre-Pharmacy, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Muhammad Delwar Hussain, School of Pharmacy
• Brian Scoggins
  BALQSOs: Different Species or Different Angle?
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Brotherton, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Eric Tretter
  Bacterial Fe(II) Oxidation in Alpine Lake Sediments: A Window to Earth’s Microbial Past?
  Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patricia Colberg, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Lisa Ann Weber
  The Effects of Humic Substances or Iron and Manganese Redox Cycling
  Pre-Pharmacy / Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. B. Patrick Sullivan, Department of Chemistry

2003–2004

• Andrea Adams, Brian Durtschi, Erin Hennings, and Loren Cook
  Microgravity Aerobic Resistive Exercise Device
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Walrath, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Benjamin Coburn
  Complex Shaped Composite Fittings
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. David Walrath, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Justin Schaefer
  X-Ray Analysis of Broad Absorption Line Quasars with Extreme Properties
  Physics / Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Michael Brotherton, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Michael Stanchak
  Bacterial Fe(III) Reduction in Alpine Lake Sediments: A Window to Earth’s Microbial Past?
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patricia Colberg, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Daniel Webber
  Muscle Integrity and Preservation in Hibernation
  Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Hank Harlow, Department of Zoology and Physiology

2002–2003

• Kari Cowden
  Improved Frequency Response of a Hexapod Strut Through Damping
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. John McInroy, Department of Electrical Engineering; and Dr. David Walrath, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Brian Day
  Influence of Simulated Microgravity on Glycoprotein Biosynthesis
  Molecular Biology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Donald Jarvis, Department of  Molecular Biology
• Carrie Donnell
  Linking Subglacial Hydrology to Meteorological Conditions
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Joel Harper, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Stanley Hahn
  Hands-On Physics for Casper Elementary School Students
  Elementary Education, Casper College
  Advisor: David Schwellenbach, Department of Physics (Casper College)
• Jake Kutzer
  Astronomy in the GeV Regime Using the Solar Two Gamma-Ray Telescope
  Physics, Casper College
  Advisor: David Schwellenbach, Department of Physics (Casper College)
• Jennifer Satterfield
  Hands-On Physics for Casper Elementary School Students
  Elementary Education, Casper College
  Advisor: David Schwellenbach, Department of Physics (Casper College)
• Michael Stanchak
  Iron-Rich, Alpine Lake Sediments and Their Bacterial Residents: A Window to Earth’s Microbial Past?
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Patricia Colberg, Department of Zoology and Physiology
• Jacque D. Sundquist
  Detection of Specific Microorganisms in Real Time
  Microbiology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Paul Johnson, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Monica Yetter
  Science Journalism: Reporting NASA-funded Research at the University of Wyoming
  Physics Plus, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ronald Canterna, Department of Physics and Astronomy; and James Kearns, University News Service (UW)
• Jennifer Zygmunt
  Testate Amoeba Ecology in Rocky Mountain Peatlands: Assessing Applications in Paleoecology and Biomonitoring
  Botany / Environment and Natural Resources, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Stephen Jackson, Department of Botany

2001–2002

• Lisa Beatty
  Detection of Specific Microorganisms in Real Time
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Paul Johnson, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Kathryn Cantrell
  Photometric Studies of the Old Nova RW UMi
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ronald Canterna, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Chris Hackman
  Photometry of Southern Hemisphere Clusters in the SDSS Filter System
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Allyn Smith, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Stacey Hager
  Meteorites and Their Impact: Discovery, Collection, Analysis, and Interpretation
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ronald Marrs, Department of Geology and Geophysics

2000–2001

• Kody Featherston
  Shoshone Irrigation District Week Monitoring Project
  Agriculture Engineering, Northwest College
  Advisor: Randall Violett, Agriculture/Technology Division (Northwest College)
• Thomas Huebner
  Mapping and Tracing Obsidian-Bearing Terraces in the Green River Basin, Southwestern Wyoming
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Cheryl Jaworowski, Spatial Data and Visualization Center
• Sarah Stokes
  Modeling Dwarf Novae
  Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ronald Canterna, Department of Physics and Astronomy

1999–2000

• Julie Kellogg
  Detection of Specific Pathogenic Microorganisms in Real Time
  Chemical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Paul Johnson, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• Christopher Rodgers
  Planetarium Software Workbook
  Astronomy, Casper College
  Advisor: Paul Marquard, Department of Physics (Casper College)

1998–1999

• Gilbert Esquerdo
  Photometric Search for Extra-Solar Planets
  Planetary Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Steve Howell, Department of Physics and Astronomy
• John Gillham
  Wyoming Rangeland Radiometry Biomass Prediction and Satellite Applications
  Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Ann Hild, Department of Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management; and Dr. Earle Hunt, Department of Botany
• Libby Huskey
  Structural Optimization of a Six-Legged Vibration Isolation/Precision Pointing Platform
  Mechanical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Nancy Peck, Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Jeremiah Malmberg
  Aluminum Corrosion & Aluminum Corrosion Inhibition Using Raman Spectroscopy
  Chemistry, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Daniel Buttry, Department of Chemistry

1997–1998

• Kelly Brennan
  Sonic Thermometer
  Advisor: John Chu, Natural Science Division (Sheridan College); and Dr. Alfred Rodi, Department of Atmospheric Science
• Kevin Day
  Identification of Geologically Significant Cretaceous Meteorite Impact Sites Using Microtektites (Spherules) Deposited in the Cretaceous Niobrara Formation in the Western Interior of the U.S.
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. William Frerichs and Dr. Peter Huntoon, Department of Geology and Geophysics
• Joel Maslak
  Constructing Dependable Distributed Software on a Heterogeneous Computing Form
  Computer Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Shivakant Mishra, Department of Computer Science
• Arthur Mills
  NASA Technology Transfer: Integrating NASA Developed Technology into Industry
  Electrical Engineering, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Jerry Hamann and Dr. John McInroy, Department of Electrical Engineering
• Patricia Van Lew
  Photometric Search for Extra-Solar Planets
  Physics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Steve Howell, Department of Physics and Astronomy

1996–1997

• Chris Schock
  Relevance of Communication Cost on the Performance of Dependable Distributed Software
  Computer Science, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Shivakant Mishra, Department of Computer Science
• Joseph Smith
  Study of Discrete Dynamical Systems
  Mathematics, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Peter Polyakov, Department of Mathematics
• Frank Stroik
  Analysis of Unidentified Wyoming Meteorites
  Geology, University of Wyoming
  Advisor: Dr. Carol Frost, Department of Geology and Geophysics; and Brent Breithaupt, Geological Museum (UW)