Welcome to the JagUR undergraduate research community at Augusta University! Whether
you are discovering research for the first time, or you have completed multiple semesters
of research under the guidance of our faculty, we welcome you to the CURS Undergraduate
Research Community.
Ambassador peer advising | Support in research activity
Research presentation support | Community volunteering
Mentor appreciation | Social engagement
JagUR CURS Community (D2L)
Current undergrad researchers and mentors have access to our JagUR CURS Community
page inside D2L. Need access? Email curs@augusta.edu
The CURS Ambassadors are volunteer undergraduates who commit to helping the CURS office
enact our mission and vision within the larger AU community. To be invited as a CURS
Ambassador, students must have at least one term of undergraduate research experience,
be enrolled as a full-time student, and have demonstrated high standards of professionalism,
public speaking, and personal integrity. We are excited to announce our 2026-2027
ambassadors:
Adam Chadli
Senior, Accounting
Hello! My honors thesis focuses on the characterization of a new mouse model to better
understand oncolytic virotherapy on glioblastoma. Fun Fact: I love to train and compete
in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Diana Mejia
Junior, Biology
Hi everyone! After working in research for a couple of semesters, I have grown to
love it! My current project dives into the mechanism that connects senescent cells
with age-driven periodontal disease (bone loss)! Besides working in research, I enjoy
listening to music and reading.
Alexis Mazique
Junior, Biology
Hello! I'm a junior majoring in Biology. My research focuses on identifying the most
effective treatments for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome by gathering insights from both
medical professionals and patients. Fun fact: I used to play three instruments!
Ant Jones
Junior, Cell and Molecular Biology
Hey, how's it goin'? I'm Ant! I had a rather untraditional start in research (ask
me how) and have found many parts of myself that I never imagined I'd discover. My
research involves the spatial and temporal identification and analysis of a mutation
for knockdown resistance (KDR) in
tiger mosquitos
in the CSRA. One fun fact about me is I have a pretty sizeable taxidermy collection!
Angelina Martinez
Sophomore, Neuroscience
Hello! I'm a sophomore majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology with a goal to inspire
others to participate in research and try something new! I'm currently working on
a research project investigating the effects of phonological overlap on auditory word
recognition. One fun fact about me is that I love musical theatre and have been in
over 10 shows.
Ask an Ambassador
The CURS Ambassadors host office hours weekly during the academic year to meet with
students about undergraduate research. Drop by the office to ask your questions and
connect with some of our CURS Ambassadors. You can also send the ambassadors an email!
Send your questions to curs@augusta.edu, Subject line "Ask an Ambassador"
Mondays
Tuesdays
Alexis: TBD
Wednesdays
Adam: TBD Ant: TBD
Thursdays
Fridays
Angelina: TBD
CURS Events and Deadlines
Fall Grant Proposals Open
August 1, 2026
Fall 2026 CURS Student & Faculty Grant Proposals Open
Calling all students interested in becoming CURS Ambassadors for the 2026-2027 academic
year! Please join CURS for an informational meeting on the structure, expectations,
leadership opportunities, and application process for the CURS Ambassadors.
Calling all students interested in becoming CURS Ambassadors for the 2026-2027 academic
year! Please join CURS for an informational meeting on the structure, expectations,
leadership opportunities, and application process for the CURS Ambassadors.
Faculty interested in becoming research mentors for undergraduate students are welcome
to join CURS for an informational meeting on how to get started.
Faculty interested in becoming research mentors for undergraduate students are welcome
to join CURS for an informational meeting on how to get started.
Faculty interested in participating in the CURS Summer Scholars Program 2027 are welcome
to join this informational meeting to ask questions about the application process.
Faculty interested in participating in the CURS Summer Scholars Program 2027 are welcome
to join this informational meeting to ask questions about the application process.