Thomas Schodl is a dedicated biochemistry scholar currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree at Washington University in St. Louis, with anticipated completion in 2029. As a Chancellor’s Fellow, Thomas engages in advanced research and academic projects. Previously, Thomas contributed to the STEM Talent Expansion Program at Truman State University, where involvement in initiatives supported by the National Science Foundation aimed to enhance degree production in STEM fields. Thomas has also gained valuable experience as a Gould Fellow at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and as an Amgen Scholar at Washington University in St. Louis. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Truman State University, having commenced studies there in 2020.