Awards/Honors
- Dean’s Letter of commendation, 2012-2014
- Poster Award recipient at Genetics, Genomics and Bioinformatics Research Day, 2015
- Poster Award recipient at Genetics, Genomics and Bioinformatics Research Day, 2016
- NIH NINDS F30 Grant, 2016-present
- APSA/ASCI/AAP Joint Meeting Travel Award - 2017
- Associate Faculty Member for F1000 Prime, Neuronal & Glial Cell Biology - 2017
- University at Buffalo 3 Minute Thesis Finalist - 2017
- American Physician Scientist Association (APSA) – Fundraising Co-Chair – 2017-2018
Medical School Activities
- Volunteer at lighthouse clinic and other free medical clinics
- Member of AMA, Student Interest Group in Neurology, Pediatrics Interest Group
Extracurricular Interests
- I enjoy travelling and the outdoors, including backpacking, hiking and camping. Most recently I was able to travel to India and the Himalayas for a medical mission trip to set up medical clinics and explore the many different cultures of Northern India. I also enjoy mountain biking and playing squash. I like reading fiction and trying new foods. I especially enjoy hanging out with my friends and relaxing!
Undergraduate Education
- Biological Sciences, University at Buffalo