We are proud to congratulate our researchers, Sarah Sniffen and Qingchen (Jeremy) Yuan, on each winning a Bronze award at the 2026 University of Florida Medical Guild symposium!
The UF Medical Guild recognizes outstanding research from biomedical graduate students in the College of Medicine.
- Sarah Sniffen, a PhD Student in the Wesson Lab, was awarded for her project titled, “Neural circuits directing emotional responses to odors.”
- Qingchen (Jeremy) Yuan, a PhD Candidate in the Guryanova Lab, was awarded for his project, “Clonal hematopoiesis-related loss of Dnmt3a deregulates trained immunity to impede cancer control.”
Their success highlights the innovative and impactful science they are pursuing. Congratulations to both on this well-deserved recognition!

