The Office of Undergraduate Research proudly presents 2025 EURA Winner Jackie Ott

Jackie Ott currently studies Human Physiology as a junior at the University of Iowa. Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology professor Erin Talbert facilitates Ott's research endeavors. 

Describe your current project.

I focus on a signaling molecule (TGF-β) which contributes to severe muscle loss in cancer patients. I hope to better understand how TGF‑β disrupts normal cell metabolism and identifying potential pathways that could be targeted to prevent this.

What do you enjoy most about research?

I love that research gives me the ability to collect data and explore new areas of medicine which could benefit others in the future. I enjoy the opportunity to meet, learn from, and work with others who also love working within the field. 

Outside of research and academics...

Outside of research, I volunteer at the university hospital. For fun, I enjoy golfing and hiking when the weather is nice and when stuck inside, I like to watch reality TV with friends. 

She has major plans after graduation:

After graduation, my goal is to attend medical school with the hopes of becoming a physician.

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