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Congratulations, Dr Roshini
Congratulations to Dr. Roshini Hanumanthu on successfully defending her PhD dissertation this April and on her recent graduation! During her time in the Weaver Lab, Roshini’s research focused on developing visible-light strategies for C–C bond formation, including radical generation through electron-transfer and energy-transfer processes to achieve out-of-equilibrium outcomes. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments and excited to see all that she will achieve next. Congratulations again, Dr. Roshini!
Undergraduate Research Symposium Presentation Spotlight: Omar Ameen
We are proud to recognize Omar Ameen for presenting his research at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. Omar’s participation highlights his dedication and academic excellence in chemistry. The symposium provides students with an opportunity to share their research work, engage with faculty and peers, and contribute to ongoing scholarly conversations across disciplines. Congratulations again to Omar on this outstanding accomplishment!
Omar Ameen Selected for Prestigious Summer Research Program
Weavers Lab is proud to announce that Omar Ameen has been selected to participate in the highly competitive Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison for Summer 2026.
Hosted through the university’s Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in Chemistry & Bioengineering, this program provides students with the opportunity to engage in advanced research, gain hands-on laboratory experience, and collaborate with leading scientists in their field. Omar’s selection reflects his strong academic record, research potential, and commitment to excellence in chemistry. Participation in this program will allow Omar to further develop his research skills while expanding his academic and professional network.
We congratulate Omar on this outstanding achievement and look forward to seeing the impact of his continued success in research.
Omar Receives Prestigious Scholarships
We are proud to celebrate Omar Ameen for being awarded not just one, but three prestigious scholarships from the Department of Chemistry!
- Purdie Research Scholars
- Oliver C. and Joy P. Kerfoot Endowed Scholarship
- Lionel Raff Scholarship for Physical Chemistry
These highly competitive awards recognize his outstanding academic excellence and dedication to research. Both scholarships will support Omar during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. This achievement is a testament to his hard work, commitment, and promise in the field of chemistry.
Parul Sharma Awarded Distinguished Graduate Fellowship
We are proud to announce that Parul Sharma has been awarded the Distinguished Graduate Fellowship by the OSU Foundation and Graduate College at Oklahoma State University for the 2025–2026 academic year. This prestigious fellowship recognizes outstanding graduate students for their academic excellence, research achievements, and leadership. Congratulations to Parul on this remarkable accomplishment!
