Young Scientists on the Cusp of Discovery

Harvard researchers have produced countless scientific breakthroughs, from developing surgical anesthesia in 1846 to creating new lines of embryonic stem cells in 2004. But cutting-edge research is not limited to the University’s Nobel Prize-winners or top-flight faculty—many undergrads are pursuing high-level scientific research every day. This week, the Crimson takes a look at five students who are tackling topics ranging from sustainable development in the Middle East to flying robotic insects.

SHIV M. GAGLANI '10: Mapping Drug Resistance

ALICIA G. HARLEY '08: An Ancient City's Sprawl

JENNIFER A. LO '10: Cloning Enzymes

CESAR J. LOPEZ '09: Toward a Cure for AIDS

JESSICA K. SHANG '08: Tiny Flying 'Bots

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