Saia Pride

Undergraduate Summer Intern (2024)

Saia is an National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates student in the Agroecology Lab for the summer of 2024. She is pursuing her undergraduate degree at Penn State University, majoring in Geoscience. Saia is keenly interested in geochemistry and paleontology, exploring the intricate relationships between Earth's chemical processes and ancient life forms. She is gaining hands-on experience studying biogeochemistry processes in soil respiration.

Outside of her academic career, Saia is an avid nature lover and foodie, often spending her weekends capturing the beauty of natural landscapes and many different plates. She is also passionate about environmental conservation and volunteers with Penn State's EcoAction club to foster a sustainable community. Saia also enjoys baking and anything pink.