160429-N-PO203-106 ANNAPOLIS, Maryland (Apr. 29, 2016) Midshipman 1st Class Thomas Wester talks about his research on mathematical modeling: immune system dynamics in the presence of cancer and immunodeficiency in vivo, during a 2016 Trident Scholar presentation held at the United States Naval Academy. With special funding provided by the Office of Naval Research, the Trident Scholar Program provides an opportunity for a select group of exceptionally capable midshipmen to engage in independent study and research during their senior year. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)