Nikee Shrestha is a Ph.D. student in the Complex Biosystems program under the mentorship of PSI faculty James C. Schnable. Her research projects range from basic plant biology research to facilitating the translation of discoveries into applied technologies for improving crop productivity and quality. She has worked in collaboration across departments, units, and other universities.
“Thank you to PSI for awarding us this PSI Heuermann Graduate Award. It has significantly impacted both my personal and professional life. First of all, being recognized for our work as a graduate student motivates us to excel in our careers. Receiving such an award significantly improves the credibility of our CVs, making us competitive for future career opportunities. The prize money helped me pay my semester fee and took off the financial burden as a graduate and international student. I am very grateful for this award. Thank you!”