Chelsie Boodoo, BS

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• Chelsie obtained a BS in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Chemistry from Florida International University
• 2017 PREP Scholar
• Her research interests are in tissue engineering and biomechanics
• Her current research project involves isolating rat bladder smooth muscle cells to determine how environmental factors, including mechanical forces, impact elastogenesis
• On her spare time, she enjoys hiking and exploring Michigan
  
  

During my time in the PREP program, I enjoyed most being with the people in my cohort.  My favorite memory that I cherish, took place during that time was making cookies around Christmas time with them and with Dr. Atchison. "