Katarina Matic awarded 2025 SPS Award for Outstanding Undergraduate Reseach
JUN 26, 2025
Katarina Matic.
About the Recipient
Zone and Chapter: University of San Diego, Zone 18
I am a physics major currently studying how we can tune motor-driven cytoskeleton composites for developing adaptable, living materials. My past research characterized a novel composite material of cytoskeletal proteins and embedded bacterial cells. I am passionate about soft matter physics, statistical mechanics, and nanotechnology and hope to pursue these interests in a PhD program.
Outside of the lab and school, I enjoy spending time outside, reading, being active, and doing community outreach. Being president of my SPS chapter allows me to pursue the latter, and I love bringing physics and science to younger members of my community.