Student Spotlight

Each month we highlight one of our MSTP students. This month's highlight is: 

Student Spotlight photo. 

Ira Miller

Area of Study: BGSP
Hometown: Harrisonburg VA

Academics

Research interests

Bioinformatics, Analytical chemistry

Awards, honors, publications:

  • Sedgley disc glow champion (disc golf)
  • Miller ID, et al. No evidence for active viral infection in Castleman disease by Viral-Track analysis. Sci Rep. 2025;15(1):1676.
  • Miller ID, et al. Characterizing M-protein light chain glycosylation via mass spectrometry. Clin Biochem. 2022;109-110:11-16.

Long term goals/ aspirations

  • Visiting the highest point in every state
  • Perfection on Stardew Valley
  • Private pilot’s license

Post MSTP Training dream job

  • Clinical laboratory director at the Mayo Clinic

Fun Facts

What you enjoy outside of school

  • Disc golf
  • Birding
  • Playing banjo
  • Skiing
  • Running

A superpower you have always wanted

Lassoing 

Favorite book

The messenger by Markus Zusak

Favorite quote

“Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly.” - Micah 6:8

Can’t live without

Butter

If you weren’t in MSTP, what would you be doing now?

Ski instructor

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