Meaghan Marohn is a Class of 2018 graduate of Barnard College of Columbia University, with a degree in Biology and a minor in Anthropology. She conducted her senior thesis research using CRISPR/Cas9 to knockout gustatory receptor genes in Manduca sexta. Meaghan is excited to have the opportunity to live and work in New York City, to explore new museums and restaurants, and to continue her research experience with Dr. Lu.