Kavira Thakker, a third year Molecular Biology and Biochemistry major, won second place for the 2024 Division of Life Sciences Research Reels competition with her Reel entry: "How Obesity can Induce Insulin Resistance". Ms. Thakker is doing research for Dr. Christoph Buettner, Division of Endocrinology, RWJ Medical School. For more information about his lab click here: Christopher Buettner – Buettner Lab. 

What is the DLS Research Reel Contest? The DLS Research Reels Contest is an exciting science communication initiative showcasing captivating short videos on life science research, crafted by our talented undergraduate researchers. The contest seeks to celebrate the art of science communication and share life science research happening here at Rutgers!