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Summer Program for Interdisciplinary Research and Education – Emerging Interface Technologies

Author Archives: Madeleine Korver

Stephen and Eliot shoutout

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on July 16, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJuly 16, 2025

Shoutout Stephen Gilbert! He gave us a lecture on how to apply to grad school. Going into it, I thought I knew what that process would be like, but I was surprised to realize I knew very little about the … Continue reading →

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Cross Program – University of Iowa Presentations & Des Moines bike ride

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on July 14, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJuly 14, 2025

On Friday we went to the University of Iowa and visited with one of their REU Programs. We all gave presentations on our research. It was really cool to see what sorts of medical tech they were working on! Thanks … Continue reading →

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Luncheon Lecture & assorted thoughts

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on July 10, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJuly 10, 2025

Merate Barakat: Thanks for telling us about your journey, Dr. Barakat! I was cool to learn how adventurous you have been in your career. London sounds really fun! In project related news: things are coming along. It’s great to have … Continue reading →

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4rth of July and Luncheon Lecture

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on July 8, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJuly 8, 2025

The 4th of July gave us a great break. We went out to the waterpark, which was really nice and not so hot! We saw Alex there and hung out with him for a while, too! On Sunday, I decided … Continue reading →

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MCA and Luncheon

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on July 2, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJuly 2, 2025

To Debra Kumar: Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your journey! I hope you will enjoy your work at Wikimedia. Yesterday we did Zumba after work. I had never done it before, but it was fun! … Continue reading →

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Commencing: Carla Cram time

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 30, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 30, 2025

Jumpscare! Jk, its me. I’m now attempting to build something like a roman bust using blender and then solid works for the base. I will update later with the solidworks image. And even later when it’s 3D Printed. The weekend … Continue reading →

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MCA and lunches

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 26, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 26, 2025

For my MCA, I’ve been working on going from a 3D scan to a 3D print. It been going really well actually! Definitely not perfect scans, but way better than Alex expected. Shout out Alex, Sam, and Emily for helping … Continue reading →

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3D Printers and IRB

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 25, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 26, 2025

Where to start? So much has happened. I haven’t blogged in a minute. Sometimes it feels when things get really busy, the small tasks get dropped lol. I’ve been playing God Of War through the ISU gym pass in the … Continue reading →

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Pasta & Tiramisu, a dinner fit for a god

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 20, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 20, 2025

We made homemade pasta with Eliot and Sarah! It was so fun, and very kind of them to take the time to teach us. They showed us how to make the dough. Apparently, fresh pasta cooks in like 90 seconds, … Continue reading →

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Taco Pizza Redemption and Changes to Research Plan

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 17, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 17, 2025

We tried the taco pizza at pizza pit. It was pretty decent. I mean, I’d still prefer just a taco, but honestly it was better than the great plains taco pizza. In project related news, we had an interview with … Continue reading →

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Blender Sunset

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 13, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 13, 2025

The sun’s warm fire smolders into embers, and the moon’s gentle strength rises once again. The crickets chirp, an owl hoots. The world rests, preparing for a new day.

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Blender cont.

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 13, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 13, 2025

Its coming along! I added a door, a window, a lamp, some rocks, and a funky new tree. Blender is chill and fun! I like it.

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HCI

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 13, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 13, 2025

2 interfaces that are frustrating for the user. 1: This water bottle is frustrating for the user. I like to carry my water bottles around by the handle/hook, but this edge is sharp. it makes it uncomfortable to hold. It … Continue reading →

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Blender

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 11, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 12, 2025

Oh Blender! The dappled sun shines through the leaves of the octagon tree. The grass is a gentle hue of green. The iridescent roof reflects the beauty of the sky. For my first time, I’d say i did pretty well.

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BIKES!!!!

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 10, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 10, 2025

We got bikes! I love bikes, I used to Mountain Bike race back in High School. Somehow I managed to talk my way into a bike with a little bit of front suspension, even though they mostly only had road … Continue reading →

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Midweek 2

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 4, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 5, 2025

This week is focused on C++, which was a bit daunting because most of the other interns are CS majors, and I am not. I have a focus in mechanical engineering, and my small experience with code taught me to, … Continue reading →

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Week 1

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on June 2, 2025 by Madeleine KorverJune 3, 2025

Work-wise, the first week was more focused on team building, tours of the lab, and learning foundational research skills. We began reading some background papers in related studies. I’m excited for the weeks to come. The NAVI team is looking at some really cool stuff. … Continue reading →

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First Post 5/29/2025

SPIRE-EIT 2025 Posted on May 29, 2025 by Madeleine KorverMay 29, 2025

Today is my 3rd day as an intern! We’ve learned a bunch about research and done a lot of introductory stuff. We just got back from Thai Kitchen (great food), had a great lunch with our faculty mentors. I found … Continue reading →

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Posts by Intern

  • Jacob Becker
  • Johann Chen
  • Alexa Hatcher
  • Madeleine Korver
  • Aidan Link
  • Jacky Sierra Lopez
  • Vanina Joyce Nguemsop Feutie
  • Nathan Phillips
  • Jake Shaheen

Recent Posts

  • Stephen and Eliot shoutout
    by Madeleine Korver
  • Meetings and ethics talk
    by Alexa Hatcher
  • Test early, even when you’re not ready
    by Nathan Phillips
  • Last Few Weeks
    by Jaqueline Sierra Lopez
  • Remembering the Important of Exploring with Drs. Wilford, Barakat, and Gilbert
    by Nathan Phillips
  • Iowa University
    by Jacob Becker
  • Breaking the Chain
    by Jake Shaheen
  • University of Iowa
    by Aidan Link
  • Cross Program – University of Iowa Presentations & Des Moines bike ride
    by Madeleine Korver
  • University of Iowa Presentations
    by Jaqueline Sierra Lopez
  • Presenting at U of I
    by Alexa Hatcher
  • Project Progress
    by Johann Chen
  • Luncheon Lecture & assorted thoughts
    by Madeleine Korver
  • Presentation
    by Johann Chen
  • Luncheon with Miko & Team Progress
    by Vanina Joyce Nguemsop Feutie
  • 4th day weekend
    by Jaqueline Sierra Lopez
  • Debra Kumar & Miko Wilford + student
    by Jaqueline Sierra Lopez
  • 4rth of July and Luncheon Lecture
    by Madeleine Korver

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  1. Madeleine Korver on University of Iowa
  2. Madeleine Korver on Cross Program – University of Iowa Presentations & Des Moines bike ride
  3. Madeleine Korver on Last Few Weeks
  4. Jaqueline Sierra Lopez on Test early, even when you’re not ready
  5. dtang on Cross Program – University of Iowa Presentations & Des Moines bike ride
  6. dtang on Project Progress
  7. natashal on University of Iowa Presentations
  8. Madeleine Korver on Luncheon with Miko & Team Progress
  9. Madeleine Korver on 4th day weekend
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