Name: Tara Carney

Home Country: USA

Undergraduate education: Dominican University of New York

Graduate Education: N/A

PhD Degree-granting Program: Cell and Developmental Biology

PhD Advisor: Dr. Megan Oest Lab

Description of Research Project: I investigate the effects of radiation on bone fragility and fracture healing.

Favorite thing about SUNY Upstate: The College of Graduate Studies really listens to student feedback and is willing to make changes accordingly. The people are also very nice!

Favorite thing about Syracuse or Central New York: There are a ton of local owned businesses and a ton of stuff do here!

What I do for fun: I play in an adult lacrosse league during the summer. I also love to travel and read. Also, during my free time I will explore new restaurants in the surrounding area!

Email: carneyt@upstate.edu

 

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