Erica R
- Research Program Mentor
DVM at North Carolina State University
Expertise
Veterinary medicine, pathology, comparative medicine, immunology, neoplasia, infectious disease, histology, microbiology
Bio
I currently study veterinary pathology, which is a fancy way of saying I study and research any disease that impacts any animal. We're talking ANY animal so from our regular dogs, cats, horses, to farm animals like cows and chickens, all the way to all of the marine animals, reptiles, and even honeybees! I also look at any disease from an infection with bacteria to cancer to genetic diseases any many more! When I'm not working you can find me obsessing over my flower garden and coming this spring tending to my honeybee hive.Project ideas
Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.
Honeybees vs. Varroa Mites
Honeybees play a huge part in ensuring we have fruits, vegetables, nuts, flowers, and so much more. They also are frequently impacted by the varroa mite, which can weaken a hive and bring disease. Let's learn more about the honeybee and what can be done about the varroa mite! This project could culminate in a number of project types, from a review paper to a slide deck to a call to action students share with others.
Teaching experience
I have tutored students at community college in general science courses (chemistry, biology) and veterinary students in veterinary medicine topics (pathology, immunology)Credentials
Work experience
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (2024 - Current)
Postdoc - Comparative medicineEducation
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
BBA Bachelor of Business Administration (2010)
Marketing/SalesNorth Carolina State University
DVM Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (2024)
Veterinary Medicine - Pathology