Name: Quinn Deitch
Major: Neuroscience and Behavior
Research Location: Notre Dame
Quinn's research project consists of exploring the gene expression patterns of breast cancer cells when treated by variable chemotherapeutic agents. Specifically, he examined the expression rates of genes involved in the regulation of both reactive oxygen species and metabolic reprogramming. In short, Quinn's lab found statistically significant changes in gene expression dependent upon the variable treatment of breast cancer cell lines with cisplatin, trichostatin-a, and control chemotherapeutic agents.
Quinn says, "I plan to attend medical school after taking a two year gap to engage in further research. This experience helped to solidify my desire to spend time focusing on research, specifically by taking a step further into the clinical realm of research if possible."