We are proud to announce that Toni has been awarded the prestigious 2026 NIPTE Rigaku Summer Research Scholarship.

Funded through a generous donation from Rigaku, the scholarship provides a $10,000 summer research fellowship. This support covers travel, lodging, and a stipend, enabling Toni to undertake a hands-on research project at the Rigaku Laboratory in Houston, Texas.

During the fellowship, Toni will have the unique opportunity to work within Rigaku’s state-of-the-art analytical facilities. These laboratories provide access to advanced instrumentation and techniques that are often not available in many university settings. This environment will allow Toni to conduct highly specialized characterization experiments and gain practical experience with cutting-edge technologies.

In addition, the program offers invaluable mentorship and collaboration with Rigaku’s expert scientists, fostering technical growth and exposure to real-world applications in industry-leading research.

This achievement highlights both Toni’s dedication and the strong research culture of our lab. We look forward to the innovative work and insights that will emerge from this exciting opportunity.

Congratulations, Toni!