55 Research Reflection by Andrew Siciliano

Faculty Mentor: Chandlin Ostrander (Geology and Geophysics, University of Utah)

My Summer for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) 2024 experience was outstanding. Although I had already planned to pursue a Ph.D after my undergraduate studies, this experience not only solidified that decision but also clarified my research focus: the evolution of oxygen throughout Earth’s history. This summer, I delved deeply into this area of study, gaining hands-on lab experience, spending time in the field, and connecting with leading researchers in the field.