KENNESAW, Ga., Aug. 25 -- Kennesaw State University issued the following news release:

The routine was part of her research into how fat tissue changes shape and moves as fruit flies grow and develop. Conkle was among 25 Kennesaw State University students who spent eight weeks, mentored by faculty, working full time on various research projects through the Summer Undergraduate Research Program.

Offered through the Office of Undergraduate Research, the competitive program allows students to devote 40 hours each week to research alongside a full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty mentor. Students receive a $4,000 stipend, attend professional development workshops, complete progress reports, and prepare to present their findings at KSU's F...