Ramya Kunta
Years in the program: July 2023-Spring 2024.
Mentor: Dr. Patricia Teresa Feria-Arroyo
Title of Projects/Products:
- Ramya Kunta, Andrea K. Quezada, Teresa Patricia Feria-Arroyo, and Julie P. Vanegas. Prickly Pear as a Reducing Agent in the Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles for Antioxidants and Antimicrobial Applications. Subtropical Agricultural & Environments Society (SAES) 78th Annual Conference in South Padre Island, Texas, February 8-9, 2024. Poster Presentation.
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Ramya Kunta and Teresa P. Feria-Arroyo. Food Security and Climate Change: Opuntia spp. as an Alternative Cash Crop in the Valley. UTRGV College of Sciences 2024 Annual Research Conference, Friday, April 26th, 2024. Poster Presentation
Where I am now:
As of Fall 2024, I am a senior pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Biological Sciences at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. I plan to graduate in December 2025 and continue my education with a master’s degree in business administration (MBA).