I am currently an undergraduate Geology student working with Dr. Eric Ferre to decipher hydrogen potential in mantle peridotites from the Lherz Massif (French Pyrenees). My project uses ... petrophysical and geochemical methods to analyze the degree of serpentinization and determine the possibility of available clean energy resources.

I am a Geology major, minoring in Nuclear Chemical Engineering. This project investigates the deep magnetic sources responsible for long wavelength magnetic anomalies (LWMA) in the ... lithosphere. While previous models suggested the mantle couldn't be magnetic due to high temperatures, recent research reveal that some areas of the mantle, under certain tectonic settings, are cool enough to retain magnetism, with magnetite in the spinel-facies contributing to LWMA. However, some anomalies point to deeper sources beyond the spinel-facies, prompting an exploration of ferromagnetic minerals in garnet-facies mantle peridotites and ultra-high-pressure rocks like eclogites. New findings show that hematite can retain magnetization at extreme pressures and temperatures, offering further potential sources for these anomalies. By studying unaltered mantle xenoliths, this project aims to uncover new insights into the magnetic properties of the deep lithosphere and improve our understanding of the Earth's interior.

Hello! My name is Jade Collins and I am in my 5th and final year as an undergraduate dual majoring in Biology and Computer Science with a concentration in Human-Computer Interaction and a minor in Genetics ... and Biotechnology. I am a member of the Bailey Lab and my project is on the evolutionary history of mimosine production in mimosoid plants. I hope to go into UX design/research, animal genetics/bioinformatics, or wildlife biology.

Hello my name is Mariebella Duran. I am a second year undergraduate, dual majoring in Communication Disorders and Linguistics... I am originally from Taos, New Mexico. My academic journey has been a unique one as I came to NMSU having earned my Associates degree while in high school; I will be graduating in Spring of 2027. I am working as a research assistant for Dr. Megan Young conducting research on stuttering patients and how stuttering impacts their career choices. The specific question that I am analyzing is: In what ways does participation in speech therapy and stuttering support groups shape the career decision making process for adults who stutter? This is important to me because as I am working to become a Speech-language-pathologist; I want to cut the stigma of stuttering and ensure that I provide an encouraging environment for clients. After completing my undergraduate degree at NMSU, I plan to pursue a master’s in Speech‑Language Pathology and continue researching language development and clinical practice.

Hello, my name is Miriam LeHouillier. I am an undergraduate sociology major with a minor in gender studies... I am working with Dr. Stephanie Arnett on her research about STEM identities and environments. I will focus specifically on how gender impacts STEM identity and belonging.

Hello, my name is Phoenix Hogan. I am a first-generation student from Silver City, New Mexico, majoring in communication disorders with a minor in education counseling. Working with my mentor Dr. Young..., my Discovery Scholar’s Program project will entail gathering data on the stuttering population to further our understanding regarding hiring disparities and discrimination that affect the adult stuttering population. As well as potential social aspects of stuttering that affect psychological health, future aspirations, and career development for stuttering adolescents. I have worked with adolescent populations who have speech disorders and was inspired to pursue a master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology to assist the emerging youth in the development of their communication and self-confidence skills. I believe communication is intrinsic to social fulfillment, and I want to make a difference in the lives of children who struggle to communicate. This project will assist me in my goal to help this part of the population through representation through research.

Hello, my name is Michelle Kass. I am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Human Biology and am originally from Las Cruces, New Mexico. ... I plan to apply to graduate school after completing my undergraduate degree to pursue either a master’s degree in therapy (M.A.) or in neuropsychology (Ph.D.). My research interests within cognitive psychology focus on memory and attention, and my current project specifically examines memory in relation to mismatched colored feedback. Beyond academics, I enjoy playing pickleball, reading, traveling, volunteering, cooking, and spending quality time with my family and pets.

My name is James Moeller, and I am a senior studying history. I currently live in Colombia, South America, where I am deeply engaged in research about the Embera Chami natives. My work centers on ... understanding how the Embera Chami community faces the growing influence of Western medicine while still maintaining their rich traditions of traditional medicine. I am passionate about highlighting their resilience and the ways they balance modern healthcare with ancestral healing practices.

Hi, my name is Elle Mayner! I am earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling and Community Psychology with minors in American Sign Language and Psychology. With my mentor Dr. Merranda Marin, I am ... conducting a systematic literature review examining the development of emotional self-regulation in Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing children in comparison to hearing children. My research focuses on addressing the critical gap in understanding how differences in language access, communication environments, and social experiences influence the emotional development of children between 0-5 years of age.

My name is Emily Miera and I am a third year double majoring in Psychology and Criminal Justice. While I am originally from Albuquerque, I have been living here in Las Cruces for the past five years. My current study ... is exploring the tradeoffs of encoding and retrieval with face-name memory associations. Specifically, we are examining the effects of how experimental and real-world context may influence long-term memory of face-name associations. I plan on pursuing graduate school for Criminal Justice upon completion of my undergraduate degrees here at NMSU, with hopes to additionally pursue a PhD later on. When I am not doing academic related activities, I enjoy pursuing creative endeavors such as drawing, playing drums, piano, and guitar, as well as reading.

A current undergraduate student majoring in Anthropology and Justice Political Philosophy and Law. Focusing on medical and biological anthropology. My research is a part of a bigger project within the anthropology ... department at NMSU, focused on food insecurity and how it affects university students. The past primary focus of the study was on psychosocial stress stemming from food insecurity. Our goal now is to start measuring the effect of food insecurity on students' health in biological metrics as well, to better understand how it overall impacts wellbeing.

Julian Gallegos is an undergraduate student in Geography and Environmental Studies at New Mexico State University. His interests center on local government, planning, public space, environmental issues, and how public ... institutions communicate with the communities they serve. As a Discovery Scholar working with Dr. Eric Magrane, Julian is studying the West Picacho and Motel Metropolitan Redevelopment Area in Las Cruces. His research examines the project’s public documentary record, including how the neighborhood, community participation, redevelopment challenges, and proposed futures are represented through planning materials. Julian is especially interested in research that connects geography to practical public-service questions. He hopes to continue into graduate study in public administration and build a career focused on thoughtful, community-centered local governance.