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Find news related to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the School of Biological Sciences and the UCI Community.
What lab are you in?
Stark Lab.
Are there specific women in the field of biological sciences who have inspired or influenced your career?
Dr. Ilana Bennett and Dr. Rachel Wu, although not currently in biological sciences but…
What is your major?
Biological Sciences
Are there any extracurricular activities or organizations that have been instrumental in connecting you with like-minded women in the biological sciences at UCI?
The Patient Project at UCI has been my foundation…
1. What lab are you in?
Kim Green Lab
2. Can you share a memorable experience or accomplishment in your role that has been particularly rewarding for you?
Working alongside REMIND, CNLM and Queer, Trans and Allies in…
1.What is your major?
Biological Sciences
2. Are there any extracurricular activities or organizations that have been instrumental in connecting you with like-minded women in the biological sciences at UCI?
Bridging the Gap (BTG) and Joining a Research…
Why did you choose BioSci?
I chose BioSci because it perfectly balances all my interests. During my time at UCI, through meeting faculty and fellow students, I’ve come to realize that BioSci not only emphasizes academic…
What inspired you to pursue a career in the biological sciences?
I was inspired to pursue a career in the biological sciences because I found an amazing mentor at UCI and I want to make advancements…
What inspired you to pursue a career in the biological sciences?
Honestly I didn’t know much about a career in the Biological Sciences when I was in high school. I was very interested in forensic science…
What inspired you to pursue a career in the biological sciences?
Since I was a kid, I have always been interested in learning about the animals that we share this planet with! My passion started with…
What inspired you to pursue a career in the biological sciences?
A defining moment for me as an undergraduate was when I presented a poster about Alzheimer’s disease (AD) at a local symposium. Truthfully, I barely…
What inspired you to pursue a career in the biological sciences?
I choose to pursue a career in the biological sciences due to the challenges my family and community faced, particularly in terms of limited access…
