CURE Team
Undergraduate researchers at the State College of Florida, learning the research process hands-on — from literature review to survey analysis to conclusions.
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Associate Professor of Mathematics, State College of Florida
Joseph Ours is an associate professor of mathematics at the State College of Florida with an interest in mathematics education. Through participation in the CURE project, Joseph hopes to gain a stronger understanding of how preservice teachers view opportunities to integrate math during shared storybook reading.
Professor & Early Childhood Education Program Manager, State College of Florida
Dr. Nicole T. Kammer is a professor and Early Childhood Education Program Manager at State College of Florida, Manatee–Sarasota, with interests in literacy, teacher preparation, and AI-supported learning. Through the CURE project, she explores how preservice teachers recognize mathematical opportunities during shared storybook reading and what motivates them to integrate mathematics into these experiences.
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First-Year Nursing, State College of Florida
Edwynne is a first-year nursing student at the State College of Florida, with a passion for healthcare in both the Pediatric and Cardiology Care units.
Through participation in the CURE Project, Edwynne aims to gain a better understanding of the step-by-step research process — as well as build upon her practical skills of performing a literature review, analyzing surveys, and providing conclusions/solutions to a problem. After completion of her undergraduate studies, she intends on expanding her knowledge by pursuing a graduate degree as a Nurse Educator.
Biology (Pre-Vet Track), State College of Florida
Yoselin is a student at the State College of Florida pursuing a major in biology in the pre-vet track. She is pursuing her second career. Starting in human medicine as a nurse for 6 years, she found a new calling in veterinary medicine after traveling to rural parts of the country and realizing the veterinary demand and her desire to devote to this path.
Beginning her new career chapter, she volunteers at various shelters, a horse rescue, and has been able to learn from veterinary nurses and doctors, including avian rehabbers. She continues to immerse herself in the veterinary field outside of school. By participating in the CURE project, Yoselin aspires to gain a better understanding and skills of the research process. She is learning all aspects and is currently exploring the role of a literature and article editor. Yoselin's career goals entail transferring to a 4-year university to complete her undergraduate studies while engaging in research. Then, apply to veterinary school to become a veterinarian and contribute to veterinary research as a practicing provider.
Engineering, State College of Florida
Brian Conrad is a native of Sarasota, Florida. He is an Engineering student in his second year at the State College of Florida while continuing his education towards Civil Engineering/ Construction Management.
Through participation in the CURE project, Brian hopes to gain a stronger understanding of the research process, including Qualitative Research towards his future thesis work for his industry. Brian's college and career goals include holding a master's in Design, Construction, and Planning with a concentration in Construction Management Technology. Brian's intentions are to transfer to a 4-year University in Florida by next year.
Biology, State College of Florida
Jayla Lovett is a first-year biology student at the State College of Florida with an interest in the Pediatrics field. Through participation in the CURE project, Jayla hopes to gain a stronger understanding of the research process, including the poster and visualization and article editor skills she hopes to develop.
Jayla's college and career goals include obtaining her AA degree and transferring to the University of Florida to contribute to her bachelor's degree and later on pursue medical school to get a PhD in Pediatrics, research more about early aspects of childhood, and become a Pediatrician.
Biomedical Engineering, State College of Florida
Anfisa Molostova is a student at the State College of Florida with an interest in biomedical engineering. Through participation in the CURE project, Anfisa hopes to gain a stronger understanding of the research process, including literature review and quantitative analysis.
Anfisa's college and career goals include pursuing a PhD in STEM and becoming a researcher and an inventor.