Anna Roche
Mary Gates Research Scholar
Autumn 2019
Major: Physics: Comprehensive Physics
Mentor: Jiun-Haw Chu, Physics
The Mary Gates Scholarship funded my research in the UW Quantum Materials Lab. Here I grew and investigated the properties of strongly correlated materials and simulated the contribution of current jetting to observed negative magneto-resistance.
What I learned
Through my research experience, I learned important experimental techniques and gained knowledge in my field necessary for success in graduate school. I was lucky enough to quickly identify my passion for condensed matter physics through Professor Chu’s lab and have pursued this since. I learned that research is, at times, extremely difficult but always rewarding.
Advice for future applicants
Do as much research as you can! You will gain countless valuable skills which will open doors to additional research opportunities like internships and REUs.
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