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Austin Evers
Graduate Researcher, Pursuing Ph.D.
B.S. - Chemical Engineering - Clemson University (Clemson, SC)
Bio
Austin Evers received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Clemson University in 2020. Throughout his undergraduate career, he contributed in drug delivery research studies under the leadership of Dr. Jessica Larsen. Currently, he is studying towards a PhD in Chemical Engineering with Dr. Symone Alexander as his advisor. Specifically, he is interested in the biomaterial applications of the microgels and their nutritional uptake in the kidneys.
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Current Research Project:
Multifunctional materials for the adsorption of metabolic toxins
Focus: Post-chemo Digestive Distress
Fun Facts
Hometown: Simpsonville, SC USA
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Hobbies: Some of my extracurricular activities include hanging out with friends, hiking, playing basketball/volleyball, listening to music, playing and teaching myself the piano/guitar, baking and cooking new desserts and foods, and just learning new things overall!