Aleah Grayson

• Home institution: University of Pikeville

• Year: Senior

• Major: Biomedical Sciences and Psychology

• Research Site: University of Kentucky

• What will I be researching this summer: This summer I will be searching for circadian rhythms in a clinically relevant gut bacterium using a bioluminescent reporter.

• Future goals: My goal is to attend medical school. Currently, my interests include gastroenterology and emergency medicine.

• Outside of the lab/classroom: In my free time I like to play tennis, and have recently gotten into pickleball! I also enjoy traveling and going to concerts.

• Additional thoughts: I am very excited to work with Dr. Vincent Cassone and his graduate students this summer!