South Middlesex Times

Four Rutgers students have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, an award for undergraduates pursuing research careers in natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Tiffany Chan and Alan Rozenblit from Rutgers-Camden made history as the first recipients from that campus, alongside Rutgers-New Brunswick students Adrian Jackson and Iris You.

The selection of these four students from Rutgers is part of a cohort of 441 winners nationwide. Laura Collins, director of the Office of Scholar Development and Fellowship Advising, commented, “To have Tiffany and Alan recognized as the first Goldwater Scholars for Rutgers-Camden is a point of tremendous pride for our institution and for our office.” The Goldwater Scholarship provides up to $7,500 to assist with educational expenses.

Rutgers-New Brunswick has seen its students named Goldwater Scholars for 20 consecutive years. Anne Wallen, director of the Office of Distinguished Fellowships at Rutgers-New Brunswick, stated, “Rutgers-New Brunswick has a strong history with Goldwater, and we’re excited to have these new scholars join the legacy. Adrian and Iris exemplify our strengths in undergraduate research."

Among the honorees, Tiffany Chan, a sophomore majoring in computational and integrative biology, has a notable background in studying the nervous system and translational research. She aims to pursue an M.D./Ph.D. in neurophysiology and neurosurgery. Chan expressed gratitude, saying, “This opportunity not only affirms my commitment to the pursuit of knowledge but also motivates me to continue bridging scientific research with clinical practice.”

Adrian Jackson, another awardee studying engineering at Rutgers-New Brunswick, started with 3D printing as a hobby and turned it into a practical response to pandemic needs by producing personal protective equipment. He utilized this experience to address challenges in 3D printing error detection, a research area under professor Rajiv Malhotra. Jackson plans to extend his studies into a doctoral degree in manufacturing controls.

Alan Rozenblit, a junior at Rutgers-Camden studying biology with a minor in chemistry, focuses on cancer biology. His experiences at Rutgers-Camden and an upcoming internship at the University of Pennsylvania have sharpened his research skills. Rozenblit shared, “Even if I wasn't accepted for the award, applying still would have been worth it.”

Rounding out the group is Iris You, a junior double majoring in mathematics and materials science and engineering at Rutgers-New Brunswick. Her research involves atomic structures and materials behavior, with credits in a peer-reviewed publication. On her recognition as a Goldwater Scholar, she said, “Being named a Goldwater Scholar affirms my achievements and opens doors to future opportunities where I can contribute meaningfully to science.”

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