Melissa Nakamoto

Melissa Nakamoto

I applied to be in the Biotech Training Grant program because of the unique opportunity to do an industry internship while in graduate school.  What’s most exciting about being in this program is learning about the cutting-edge biotech research that my BTG peers are carrying out over a wide range of STEM disciplines. By attending my peers’ seminars and doing my industry internship as a part of the BTG program, I will broaden my knowledge and be able to apply it outside of academia.

My research involves looking at the interface formed between nanotextured materials and cells at a super resolution. This area of study is highly applicable to medical implants.  Long-term, I am planning on working in biotech because I’ve always been fascinated by the real world applications of my field of study.

BTG is an outstanding opportunity for those interested in learning where their own research fits into the biotech world.  Anyone with a passion for furthering their knowledge in this area should apply.