Mackenzie Sweatt

• Home institution: Western Kentucky University

• Year: Freshman

• Research Site: University of Louisville

• What will I be researching: This summer, I’ll be researching for Dr. Marcin Wysoczynski regarding how the immune system governs the pathophysiology of heart failure. I hope to make great connections with Dr. Wysoczynski, his students in the lab, and other individuals in the KY INBRE program!

• Future goals: I’m considering doing an MD to PhD program after graduating from Western.