Undergraduate researchers show promise, research resultsUndergraduate and visiting student researchers showcased faculty-mentored projects in AI, public health, engineering, healthcare and other fields at the Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium. Twenty-six undergraduate researchers wrapped up their summer by showcasing innovative research alongside their faculty mentors at East Carolina University’s Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium (SURS). This year’s SURS welcomed undergraduate students from ECU and visiting undergrads from colleges and universities across the UNC System. Originally launched during the COVID-19 pandemic by Dr. Mary Farwell, the symposium has evolved as undergraduate research opportunities have changed. “The Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium gives students the opportunity to complete their research by presenting it to an audience while developing the communication and professional skills they’ll use throughout their careers,” said Dr. Tuan Tran, director of undergraduate research at ECU.