Episode 83: Discovering a Future in Science — The Helios Scholars at TGen Program
From TGen Talks by TGen
June 23, 2025 · 17 min
About this episode
Audra Welch shares her experience in the Helios Scholars Program at TGen, discussing her research on sepsis and the journey into biomedical science.
Summers at TGen offer a unique opportunity for students to dive into the world of biomedical research. The Helios Scholars Program at TGen actively engages student interns in real-world science and administrative functions, as they gain practical experience and contribute to ongoing projects. Join host Karie Dozer as Helios Scholar Audra Welch shares her unfiltered experience in the intensive eight-week program. Discover how this Northern Arizona University biology and Spanish major is diving headfirst into biomedical research, specifically exploring how age influences the brain's response to sepsis. Audra candidly discusses the thrill and challenge of wet lab work, building on the extensive research of her Ph.D. mentor, and the unique experience of preparing for a research symposium presentation. She also reflects on her journey from environmental engineering to medical microbiology and shares the surprising inspiration she found in an American surgeon and medical researcher Dr. Charles Drew. Whether you are an aspiring scientist, or simply curious about the next generation of researchers behind the biomedical advances of the future, Audra’s insights reveal the supportive and…
People in this episode
Host: Karie Dozer
Guest: Audra Welch
Topics covered
- biomedical research
- internship
- science education
- sepsis
- wet lab work
Keywords
- Helios Scholars Program
- Northern Arizona University
- medical microbiology
- Dr. Charles Drew
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Discovering a Future in Science, Ph.D.
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