Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #212

Primary Student Contact First Name: Theodore
Primary Student Contact Last Name: Edmondson
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Primary Student Contact FSU Student Email: te23f@fsu.edu
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Major(s) of all individuals presenting this work: Intended Major: Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences
Bio of all individuals presenting this work:
My name is Theodore Edmondson, and I am a high school junior. I attend The Collegiate School at Florida State University Panama City, and I take dual-enrolled classes at FSUPC. In the future I aspire to be a pediatrician or an anesthesiologist.

Poster Title: Understanding Sickle Cell Disease and Modern Therapeutic Approaches
Abstract:
With a significant casualty count every year, sickle cell disease is an issue that is taking the lives of many people around the globe. Hence, understanding the molecular structure and experimenting with different methods of treatment could eventually end the suffering of millions. Sickle cell disease causes red blood cells to take the shape of a crescent moon due to the production of abnormal hemoglobin molecules. It mostly affects the areas in and around Africa, the Middle East, Southeastern Asia, and the Mediterranean areas. The goal of my research is to inform and spread awareness about sickle cell disease. I am conducting an in-depth literature review, and I intend to search for and combine information from credible sources that discuss sickle cell disease. Some of such credible databases include the National Library of Medicine, Science Direct, and Radiological Society of North America. A 3D printed model of the gene will be included. I expect my research to spread awareness of how deadly sickle cell disease is and hopefully inspire organizations to conduct more in-depth research and experimentation regarding the treatment of sickle cell disease in affected populations. 

Research Mentor Name: Madi Flammia
Research Mentor's College (or High School): The Collegiate School at Florida State University Panama City
Research Mentor's Department (or Subject): Research
Research Mentor's Email: mjf24@fsu.edu
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Keywords: sickle cell disease
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Work: Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined)
Presentation Modality: Face to Face Poster session
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I will be printing my poster: No
Year: 2026
Annual description: 5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025
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