Earlier this year, Mara was one of the recipients of the 2024 USC Mentoring Awards. This award “honor[s] faculty who contribute to an engaging, supportive, inclusive academic environment through their mentorship of students and faculty.” While many know Mara as a world-renowned scientist, those who work with her consistently note her dedication to mentoring. Former and current lab members can attest to how Mara’s mentorship has helped them both in their research and careers, and how she shows...