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Academics have been the constant thread running through my life, shaping each stage from high school to my PhD journey. At every step, academia hasn’t just been part of my path—it’s been the driving force behind my growth and exploration.
From leading student organizations to coordinating research teams, I’ve embraced leadership as a way to inspire collaboration, balance responsibilities, and create meaningful academic and social impact.
My passion for community service drives me to give back—whether through volunteering, mentoring, or local outreach. These experiences ground me and remind me of the human side of scientific discovery.
I am a Biomedical Engineering PhD student at the University of Toronto. My research focuses on computationally modeling the cellular dynamics for the differentiation of human embryonic stem cells (ESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into cardiomyocytes and alveolar epithelial cells.
Before this, I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Winnipeg, majoring in Biochemistry and Mathematics. During my studies, I became really interested in biomedical science, especially in areas like biochemistry, molecular genetics, tissue engineering, and mathematical modeling for diseases. This made me extremely interested in pursuing exciting research and work opportunities in these fields.
I am a Biomedical Engineering PhD student at the University of Toronto. My research focuses on computationally modeling the cellular dynamics for the differentiation of human embryonic stem cells (ESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into cardiomyocytes and alveolar epithelial cells.
Before this, I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Winnipeg, majoring in Biochemistry and Mathematics. During my studies, I became really interested in biomedical science, especially in areas like biochemistry, molecular genetics, tissue engineering, and mathematical modeling for diseases. This made me extremely interested in pursuing exciting research and work opportunities in these fields.
Driven by curiosity, I’m passionate about blending research, leadership, and service to create a positive impact.
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