The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics granted Ashley Smith the highest honor given to undergraduates, the Senior Merit Award.

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The award recognizes Ashley's academic prowess, achievements in research, professional and civic engagement, community involvement, the excellence demonstrated in internships and employment, and the many deserved awards and honors in her field. 

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We could not imagine anyone more deserving than the wonderfully kind and remarkably intelligent Ashley Smith. Way to go, Ashley! The lab can not wait to see what you have in store for the world! 

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The Texas A&M Institute for Neuroscience hosted the annual Society for Neuroscience Spring Symposium.  The symposium brings together a collation of scientists working to improve the lives of those suffering from a neurological injury or disease. 

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​Among hundreds of fantastic presenters, Vipin and Ashley were awarded for their innovative research approach, deep understanding, and ability to communicate their remarkable research. 

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In the Undergraduate Poster Presentation category Ashley Smith receives 3rd place.

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In the Graduate Oral Presentation category Vipin Jagrit receives 1st place.

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Congratulations Vipin and Ashley! Keep making the world a better place! 

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Dr. Dulin's commitment to uplifting students and peers alike is an established fact throughout the University and beyond. Her devotion to guiding and leading those around her to accomplish their passions has led many to seek  her mentorship.

Dr. Dulin's dedication to ensuring her mentees and colleagues' success and well-being is commendable, and she maintains this lifelong relationship with pride. 

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For these reasons and many more, Dr. Dulin was bestowed with the revered John J. Koldus III Award.

Congratulations to the outstanding Dr. Dulin! 

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Vipin accepted this reputable award for his contribution, going above and beyond to the University, the department, and the research community, all while excelling academically. 

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Vipin's exemplary work shines through in his research and the mentorship he provides to everyone in and outside the lab. Congratulations, Vipin, on this esteemed achievement!

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Freshman undergraduate student, Kathryn Anderson, presented her poster at the Biology Undergraduate Research Symposium. Working under graduate student Akram Esfandani on the neuroimmunne mechanisms of male infertility following spinal cord injury, she shared their findings in her excellent presentation. Wonderful work Kathryn! 

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Student Research Week hosts hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students who present their research through oral or poster presentations.

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In the Undergraduate Medical Sciences category, Ashley Smith wins 2nd place with her stellar oral presentation.  

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In the Graduate Medical Sciences category, Vipin Jagrit wins 2nd place with his superb oral presentation. 

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Congratulations, Vipin and Ashley; we're so proud of you! 

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The Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) TAMU Chapter aims to prepare students, especially minorities, to excel in their undergraduate careers, to be qualified to continue into graduate school or professional school and to earn high-level career opportunities. The symposium not only positively impacts the community of underrepresented scientists on campus, but it also highlights Texas A&M science to a broad audience of Aggies.

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Ashley Smith awarded 1st in the Rapid Oral Competition, for her depth of knowledge and her presentation skills. Congratulations Ashley! 

Cellular to Clinically Applied Rehabilitation Research and Engineering (CARE) fourth annual Research Day aims to feature scientists who align with their mission statement:

"promoting multidisciplinary research in rehabilitation, bridging mechanotransduction at the cellular level to emerging innovations at the clinical level, with the objectives of repairing or replacing damaged or diseased tissue coupled with activity-based approaches to restore function."  

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Ashley earned the Best Science Presentation Award for her brilliant oral presentation in the undergraduate category. Well deserved Ashley! 

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Craig H. Neilsen Foundation's funding supports research improving the quality of life of those living with a spinal cord injury. This will advance Akram's research in reproductive health following spinal cord injury. Congratulations Akram! 

Wings for Life Spinal Cord Research Foundation's mission is to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. This award will facilitate Anjali's doctoral work in the role of neural progenitor cell graft composition in enhancing functional recovery following spinal cord injury. Congratulations Anjali! 

Vipin dives deep into his exciting new research happening in the lab! Here he discusses how his research can make a meaningful impact on the road to recovery. 

As an esteemed researcher, advocate, and mentor to all, Dr. Dulin, who was requested to speak by Women In Science and Engineering (WISE), inspires students to pursue their research goals and how to navigate a career in academia. 

In this article and video, 'Walk Of Life: Texas A&M Undergraduate Embraces Healing Power Of Research', Abbi shares her inspiring story from her diagnosis of neurofibromatosis to her exciting research in the lab and how her passion to help people has propelled her science career. 

Tucker presents 'Spinal Cord Injury Research Project Analysis: Where is the money going?' at the 2024 Unite2Fight Paralysis symposium in Atlanta. Wonderful work Tucker! 

In this article, Dr. Dulin talks about the research her and her team are currently doing. She discusses the main goal of her work, and sees a hopeful future in using Neuroscience to find treatments for spinal cord injury.

Valerie published her work titled "Dorsal horn neuronal sparing predicts the development of at-level mechanical allodynia following cervical spinal cord injury in mice" in the Journal of Experimental Neurology Congratulations to Valerie and her team of undergraduates who are co-authors on this paper: Katelyn Knox, Sherilynne Moore, Nolan Roberts and lab alumni Karla Kassandra Corona! This paper analyzed anatomical lesion correlates to the development of mechanical sensitivity after SCI. Use the link below to access the paper:

Congratulations Valerie Dietz for being selected as the 2022 recipient of the Arianpour Award. This award honors overall excellence in research by a Biology Graduate Student!

Congratulations to our lab P.I., Dr. Dulin, who received the 2022 Betty M. Unterberger Award for Outstanding Service to Honors Education. This award was created in 2004 to recognize outstanding service to honors education. Thank you Dr. Dulin for everything you have done for this lab as a P.I. and mentor. Follow the science and find out more about Dr. Dulin’s achievement.

Congratulations to our former lab members  Michael Pitonak ’22 and Sunjay Letchuman ’22 for receiving the Brown-Rudder Award. This award was created in 1970 and is among one of the most prestigious awards for a graduating senior to receive. Follow the science and find out more about this award!

Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Dulin for being honored with the prestigious Jerry Johnston Andrew Award! This $10,000 award was presented to her by The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research (TIRR) for her outstanding, high quality research and impact she has made in the field. We are so proud to have Dr. Dulin as our mentor! To read more, click the button below.

Under the Undergraduate - Poster category, Aleena competed in the Medicine session, and Joseph competed in the Molecular Biology session. Great work guys!

Joseph Chen- 1st Place Undergraduate Poster

Michael Pitonak- 1st Place Undergraduate Oral Presentation

Sunjay Letchuman- 2nd Place Undergraduate Oral Presentation

Ashley Tucker- 1st Place Graduate Oral Presentation

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We are so proud of you guys. Keep up the amazing work!

Congratulations to Ashley Tucker who has received a grant from the Wings for Life Spinal Cord Research Foundation.

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The purpose of the Wings for Life Spinal Cord Research Foundation grant is to promote basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury (SCI) with the perspective to improve outcomes after injury. This award will facilitate Ashley's doctoral work in mapping integration of transplanted neurons within locomotor circuitry following SCI.

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For more information on the Wings for Life Spinal Cord Research Foundation and grant, please visit the WFL home page.

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Congrats again to Ashley and all other Wings for Life awardees!

In Episode 37 of Labors of Lab, Sunjay and Michael shared their roles in the Dulin Lab. Click the link below to watch the full video!​

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During this interview, Dr. Dulin shared some of her personal stories and gave insight on who she is and why she chose the profession that she did. Click on the link below to read the full article!

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Valerie, graduate student in Biology, won the 3rd place poster award for her work at the Texas A&M Institute for Neuroscience Symposium this week! Way to go Val!

Kass presented her poster, "Variability in anatomical and behavioral outcomes following cervical hemicontusion SCI in mice," at the 22nd Annual Texas A&M Student Research Week. She got perfect scores from both judges and won 2nd place in the College of Science! Great job Kass!

Trey presented his research poster, "Silencing nociceptors using DREADDs to improve functional outcomes after spinal cord injury," at the 2019 LAUNCH Undergraduate Research Scholars Symposium. Fantastic work Trey!

Dr. Jennifer Dulin was recently featured on the Department of Biology at Texas A&M University's Faculty Spotlight page. To read more about how she started in the field of neuroscience and spinal cord injury. Please click on the link below. 

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