UROP Leader Information Submission: Submission #109

First Name: John
Last Name: DeCaro
Full name as you would like it to appear on the website: John DeCaro
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA): Tampa, FL, USA
FSU email : jcd21d@fsu.edu
Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP: Yes
LinkedIn URL (optional): https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-decaro-93b648267/
Major(s): Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences - Clinical Professions
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Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022): Spring, 2025
What is your current research focus?:
My current research examines the potential benefits of creatine, a popular athletic supplement, on cardiovascular and metabolic health, specifically in sedentary adults. In our lab, we are fortunate enough to utilize the novel microdialysis testing procedure, something that is rather rare in labs across the country. From our pilot data, we have seen a correlation between creatine supplementation and improved microvascular blood flow, as well as blood sugar stability following a high-sugar meal.

Are there any other research related activities you participate(d) in?:
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Answer one of the following two questions about being a UROP Leader or your UROP background. : How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader?
Please answer the question you selected above in the area provided.:
I hope to guide students through this introduction to their undergraduate research career, as it can be a daunting task where many may be asking themselves, 'where do I start?'. Additionally, I hope to serve as an older, more experienced mentor for my younger students regarding life at FSU in general, whether it pertains to classes, campus recreation, clubs, etc.

Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share:
In Tallahassee during the school year, I am involved with Greek Life and really enjoy the intramural sports FSU has to offer. When back home in Tampa, I enjoy being outdoors and near the ocean, especially to go fishing.

Headshot: https://cre.fsu.edu/system/files/webform/urop_leaders_information/7661/headshot.jpg
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2025Year2025: 2023
Approved: Yes
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Years as a UROP Leader: 2023-2024