St. Mary's University SET Spotlight

STMU SET Spotlight Ep 6. Lori Boies, Ph.D. - Launching Medical Genomics – A New Online Master's Program

In this episode of STMU SET Spotlight, host Paul Uhlig, Ph.D., speaks with Lori Boies, Ph.D.,  Research Professor of Biological Sciences at St. Mary’s University. They explore the upcoming launch of the fully online, asynchronous Master of Science in Medical Genomics (Fall 2026), the rapid advances in whole-genome and exome sequencing, applications in rare disease diagnosis, diverse career paths including data science, ethical considerations around CRISPR and gene editing, and much more—all shaped by St. Mary’s Catholic Marianist mission to train the whole person and inform responsible science and healthcare decisions.  Learn more: https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/ [https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/]  Follow us:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en]  LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all [https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all] Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/ [https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/] YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET [https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET]

STMU SET Spotlight Ep 5. Jason Shaw, Ph.D. - Exploring Actuarial Science at St. Mary's

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STMU SET Spotlight Ep 4. Patrick Oladamehin, Ph.D. & Emily Lancaster, Ph.D. – Computational Chemistry, Cancer Research & Student Mentorship at St. Mary’s

In this episode of STMU-SET Spotlight, host Paul Uhlig, Ph.D., speaks with Patrick Oladamehin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry, and Emily Lancaster, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biochemistry, in the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics at St. Mary’s University. They discuss their seamless transitions to campus life, alignment with the university’s mission of holistic education and service, their innovative research in computational molecular dynamics for drug discovery and enzymology/disordered proteins in pediatric cancers, integration of hands-on CURE labs into teaching, and their dedicated approaches to mentoring and empowering students in STEM careers. Learn more: https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/ [https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/] Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en]  LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all [https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all] Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/ [https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/] YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET [https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET]

STMU SET Spotlight Ep 3. Evelynn Mitchell, Ph.D. - Texas Drought, Water Conservation & Sustainable Solutions

In this episode of STMU-SET Spotlight, host Paul Uhlig, Ph.D., speaks with Evelynn Mitchell, Ph.D., Chair of the Department of Environmental Science and Sustainability at St. Mary’s University. They discuss Texas’s ongoing drought challenges, the critical importance of water for agriculture, communities, businesses, and emerging demands like data centers, and how the department is addressing these issues through hands-on community research, campus sustainability efforts, innovative water management technologies, and practical conservation strategies to prepare students and communities for a sustainable future.  Learn more: https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/ [https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/] Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en]  LinkedIn →https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all [https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all] Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/ [https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/] YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET [https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET]

STMU SET Spotlight Ep. 2 Ayad Barsoum, Ph.D. - Advancing Innovation in Computer Science and Cyber Security

In this episode of STMU SET Spotlight, host Paul Uhlig, Ph.D. speaks with Ayad Barsoum, Ph.D., Professor of Computer Science, Director of the Cybersecurity Graduate Program, and leader of the NSA/DHS Designated Center for Cyber Excellence at St. Mary’s University. They discuss the department’s cutting-edge programs in computing and engineering, the journey to earning the prestigious NSA/DHS designation for the Master of Science in Cybersecurity (the first at the master’s level in San Antonio), hands-on lab experiences, innovative student research, industry partnerships, and how these prepare graduates for successful careers in cybersecurity and related fields. Learn more: https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/ [https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/set/] Follow us: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/stmuset/reels/?hl=en]  LinkedIn→ https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all [https://www.linkedin.com/company/stmuset/posts/?feedView=all] Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/ [https://www.facebook.com/StMUSET/reels/] YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET [https://www.youtube.com/@StMUSET]