Researchers have shown that mice lacking a certain immune signaling molecule known as interleukin-1B, are more resistant to Salmonella than mice with interleukin-1B. This observation led researchers to further investigate how Salmonella manipulates the immune system. This webpage was produced as an assignment for an undergraduate course at Davidson College. Read more from this course here.…
Saving the Kākāpō one Dirt Sample at a Time
How researchers have found a way to monitor the endangered kākāpō species through DNA found in soil. This webpage was produced as an assignment for an undergraduate course at Davidson College. Read more from this course here. The kākāpō (Strigops habroptilus) is a flightless bird in the parrot family native to New Zealand. Their deep…
About Me
Susannah Armstrong Hello! I am a Senior Chemistry major here at Davidson. I was a member of the field hockey team for 4 years and just finished my last season this Fall. My hobbies include going to art museums, taking care of my plants, and spending time outside. My favorite thing about science is that…
