Research Ambassadors
Liv Schaubroeck ‘26
Email me at: oschaubr@u.rochester.edu
Discipline(s) of Research
- Life sciences
Major(s) and Minor(s)
- BS in Biochemistry
- Minor in Studio Art
Areas of Interest/Research Focus
I've been working for three years in the Brisson lab investigating transgenerational effects in pea aphids, specifically looking at these effects within the realm of climate change. Recently, I've been working with a post-doc on antibody staining of transcription factors in Drosophila. My future research goals lie in the realm of Ecotoxicology.
Areas where I may be particularly helpful
I've been a recipient of the Schwartz Discover Grant, a highly competitive Beckman prospect, Personal Grant Acquisition, Grad School applications (specifically for first-generation students).
What advice do you have for prospective or new researchers?
Undergraduate research is about learning to fail. When entering this world as a first-generation college student, I expected a lab to run very similarly to a normal job. When I made my first major mistake, I expected to be fired on the spot. But a good mentor will always be able to work with you and help transform it into a learning experience. Learning how to make mistakes, and therefore how to course correct, is what makes a good researcher.