Dr. Csengele Barta, associate professor of biology was awarded the Primarily Undergraduate Institutions Award of the American Society of Plant Biologists. This prestigious award recognizes excellence and achievements in plant science research, undergraduate student research mentorship and contributions to plant science education, of faculty at primarily undergraduate serving institutions. The award also provides funding to facilitate the research presentation of Dr. Barta and her undergraduate research team at the international Plant Biology Meeting of the American Society of Plant Biologists. Congratulations!