Matthew Smith

Biography

Why did you decide to pursue a graduate degree in iBio? The collaborative nature that is inherent in a cross discipline program will give me the opportunity to work on a wider range of projects and give me access to more diverse resources than in a traditional program. Why or what do you love about the program? It is a highly customizable program that will tailor my graduate studies to help me prepare for the future and learn a lot about what I am studying very quickly. Future Plans: I am still trying to figure out whether I want to go into academia or industry, but I would love to be the head of my own lab someday! Fun Fact: I just got married! (June 4th, 2022) Educational Background: B.S. in Biology and Microbiology from University of Texas at Arlington Lab: grinblat.neuro.wisc.edu