Undergraduate Research Scholars Program

The Undergraduate Research Scholars Program is a one- to two-year program for juniors and seniors that provides a thorough grounding in “real world” research methods. Sophomores and juniors in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences with a minimum GPA of 3.0 may apply.

As a participant in the Undergraduate Research Scholars Program, you will investigate a topic that interests you, owning your project from start to finish. In the process, you will find yourself stretching and growing in ways you never dreamed possible as you join a vibrant and inspiring community of scholars at N.C. A&T and beyond.

How it works

Working closely with a faculty mentor, you will write a research proposal, create a work plan and budget, gather approvals from the university administration, buy materials, set up experiments or surveys, and collect and analyze data. You will write up and publish your findings and present them to colleagues at professional conferences. Scholars are paid for their time and supported in their travel to conferences.

As a researcher, you can be the first person in the world to discover the answer to a question. As a participant in the Undergraduate Research Scholars Program, you can become part of making a better future for us all. That’s the best reason to talk to your advisor or a faculty mentor about becoming a research scholar.

Please begin by browsing the list of faculty mentors and arrange a meeting with those whose research interests correspond with your long-term goals and career aspirations.

How to apply

To apply for the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences’ Undergraduate Research Scholars Program, please contact the Office of Agricultural Research to receive an application.

Email: aymccall@ncat.edu
Phone: (336) 285-4701
Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday

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Scholar: Tiyanna Anthony
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Lauren Mayo, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Karla Branch
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Derrick Coble, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Addison Bonner
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Uchenna Anele, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Hayla Scott
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Radiah Minor, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Eden Harris
Department: Family and Consumer Sciences
Mentor: Salam Ibrahim, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Alexandria Pezzano
Department: Family and Consumer Sciences
Mentor: Hye Won Kang, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Alyssa Simon
Department: Family and Consumer Sciences
Mentor: Reza Tahergorabi, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Kevin Battle
Department: Natural Resources and Environmental Design
Mentor: Blessing Masasi, Ph.D.

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Scholar: Erika Pearsall
Project: Effects of Mushroom Extract on Dovine Oocyte in Vitro Maturation and Lipid Metabolism
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Lauren Mayo, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Ja’Quan Battle
Project: A Qualitative Analysis of Consumer Attitudes Towards the Convenience of Value-Added Products in North Carolina
Department: Agribusiness, Applied Economics, Agriscience Education
Mentor: Kenrett Jefferson-Moore, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Mackenzie Harrison
Project: Effect of Short-term Heat Stress on Hematological Parameters and Plasma Metabolome of Florida Cracker Sheep
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Zaira Reyes, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Madison Petersen
Project: Effects of Processing and Seaweed Type on Modification of Rumen Fermentation and Enteric Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Dairy Cattle
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Uchenna Anele, Ph.D.

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Scholar: Breyana Robinson
Project: Effects of Direct Fed Microbial Treatment on Reducing Incidences of Ruminal Acidosis in Beef Cattle
Department: Animal Sciences
Mentor: Uchenna Anele, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Christopher Carter
Project: Development of Oleogelsas Substitute of Saturated Fats in Pork Sausages
Department: Family and Consumer Sciences
Mentor: Roberta Claro da Silva, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Jordan Washington
Project: Removal of Organic Compounds from Wastewater Treatment and Valorization
Department: Natural Resources and Environmental
Mentor: Lijun Wang, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Leonard Jackai
Project: Big Data Applications for Small Scale Agriculture
Department: Natural Resources and Environmental
Mentor: John Ng’ombe, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Samaya Brooks
Project: Developing a Consumer Profile for Value Added Products in North Carolina
Department: Agribusiness, Applied Economics, Agriscience Education
Mentor: Kenrett Jefferson-Moore, Ph.D.
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Scholar: Sierra Franco
Project: Effects of Biochar Amendment on PFAS Removal
Department: Natural Resources and Environmental Design
Mentor: Niroj Aryal, Ph.D.