Jennifer Meyer got her bachelor’s degree in chemistry and mathematics from Central Michigan University in 2005. She began her doctoral studies in the fall of 2005 and is currently a graduate student in the labs of Dr Dana Spence at Michigan State University. Jennifer’s research has focused on defining new roles for C-peptide and its effect on erythrocytes as it pertains to diabetic complications. Her work has been published in both clinical and chemical journals. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in academia.