Undergraduate research within the Ramey research lab initially begins with a student learning several advanced synthetic organic techniques while working with Dr. Ramey and senior members of the group on current projects. Following this introductory period, a student is assigned a significant independent research role to champion the synthesis of specific target molecules that are needed for our long range goals. Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for academic credit for their research efforts. As the research project matures, students are given the opportunity to disseminate their results in poster and oral formats at both on and off campus meetings.
Students interested in working in the Ramey Research Group and that have minimally completed Organic Chemistry I are encouraged to contact Dr. Ramey to discuss research opportunities. Click on Research Interests on Dr. Ramey's homepage for a general overview of some current research projects.
Charity has been working in the Ramey research group since the 2008 Summer semester at Appalachian State University. She is currently a junior majoring in the Certified Chemistry Track of our B.S. degree in Chemistry. During the summer of 2009, Cherie worked on the synthesis of novel hexaphenylbenzenes for fuel cell applications with the support of a North Carolina Space Grant Fellowship.
Previous Research Students (current affiliation)
Kristyn Jackson (2007 - 2008): Applying to Medical Schools
Amanda Sylvester (2005 - 2008): Graduate Student at the University of Florida, Department of Chemistry
Bradley Miller (2004-2006): Graduate Student at University of Tennessee, Department of Chemistry
Adam Ashe (2004): Drug Research; Pisgah Labs, Pisgah Forest, NC
Bradley Carson (2003-2004): Graduate Student at Georgia Tech, Department of Chemistry
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