I have presented data at Lab meetings and meet regularly and informally with my PI and graduate student to discuss the outcomes of experiments. I have struggled for six months to make a special DNA construct and was unable to do it until recently. There were many nights when I was so discouraged and tired and simply couldn't face doing the same procedures over again. Feedback from several people helped me to refocus my efforts on some creative solutions and I finally got the construct. I didn't give up because I really love this work.
Molecular biology is interesting because every step of the way is a learning experience.
It never ends. The best aspect of the McNair Scholars program is the community feeling. I feel like I have a home base from which to pursue my interests. I appreciate the encouragement and understanding that is a basic part of the environment created by Daphne and Rondi and all of the others associated with the program. I have had enough time to know what I want to do.