Waynesburg University Associate Professor of Chemistry Dr. Bradley Davis attended the Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy (Pittcon) over spring break in Boston with six current students and two recent graduates.
Dr. Davis served as this year's Technical Program Chair for Pittcon and oversaw the submission, review and acceptance of over 1,000 oral and poster abstracts. He was also responsible for organizing and introducing the conference’s keynote lecturer, Dr. Cato T. Laurencin of the University of Connecticut, who is a pioneer in regenerative engineering.
The following students attended the conference as Student Aides and helped to staff the event:
- Kiana Bagnell (Biomedical Science/Biochemistry)
- Riley Ellis (Pharmaceutical Science)
- Reagan Mittendorf (Forensic Science)
- Marah Pegram (Forensic Chemistry)
- Mya Riggle (Forensic Chemistry)
- DaGyn Williams (Chemistry)
When not volunteering, the students were able to attend the technical program, explore the exposition, and take part in professional development opportunities such as short courses and networking sessions. These current students were joined by two recent graduates as well, Tiffany Burkett (Forensic Chemistry ’24) and Haley Ferricks (Chemistry ’23), who also volunteered their time and efforts to the mission of the conference.
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About Pittcon
Pittcon, a local nonprofit, is focused on science outreach and education. The conference is largely organized and staffed by members of the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh (SACP) and the Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP). The annual meeting is known for its extensive exposition of laboratory equipment and instrumentation in addition to its technical program where research advancements are presented. Proceeds from the annual conference help fund various local, national and international outreach programs.
About Waynesburg U.
Consistently ranked a best value school, Waynesburg University’s Strategy for the 21st Century affirms its commitment to developing an entrepreneurial mindset and ethical leadership skills for all students. Rooted in its mission of faith, learning and service, the private, Christian university is located on a traditional campus in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, with an additional site for graduate and professional programs in Southpointe.
