Before astronomers can unlock new discoveries about the center of the Milky Way, they first need to know which stars to study. That's where Adam Ballas comes in.
When Malcolm Pierce learned he would be presenting his research at ASME Turbo Expo 2026 in Milan, Italy, he knew the opportunity could be transformative. What he didn't know was that a simple email and an application for a grant available through The Ohio State University's Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry (UR&CI) office would help make the experience possible.
The Office of Academic Enrichment's Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry has selected 56 students for participation in the Summer 2024 Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship Program (URAP).