How/Why Research? Research was something that I always found interesting but never knew how to get into until I got into college. In order to get involved, I applied to various Research Assistant work-study positions for labs that had interesting research. After writing a metric load of cover letters, I eventually had the opportunity to join a lab.
Research Experience: In my second and third year, I worked as a Research Assistant in the Zhang lab. In this lab, I learned how to perform imaging, handle rodent tissue, and perform PCR. In addition, I improved my skills in analyzing literature. During the summer of my second year, I worked in the Button lab to learn aseptic technique and raising cell cultures. Currently, I am working in the Shih lab and will learn how to perform fMRI imaging, Fast Scan Cyclic Voltammetry, and surgery on mice.
Student Organizations/Clubs: Flying Silk
Random Fun Fact: I once ran 12 miles on a whim and couldn’t run again for the next 5 months.