Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Hi everyone, My name is Armandeep Singh, and I am a fourth-year Honours Bachelor of Science student at the University of Toronto, pursuing a double major in Human Biology and Biochemistry. I am deeply interested in healthcare, research, education, and community leadership, with a strong commitment to advancing health equity, wellness, and access to an affordable education for all. On campus, I serve as a Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant and a Facilitated Study Group Leader, where I support students through hands-on instruction, collaborative learning, and academic mentorship. These roles have strengthened my ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly while creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. My research interests span environmental health, cardiovascular risk, behavioural neuroscience, and science education. I am currently completing a supervised research project on heavy metal exposure and cardiovascular risk in South Asian populations, and I previously contributed to research projects involving immersive virtual reality in chemistry education and octopamine-mediated modulation of mating calls in crickets. I am also the Founder and President of the HEAL Club, a student organization focused on mental health advocacy, peer support, and student well-being. Through this role, along with my work as a Substance Awareness Peer and EmpowerU Facilitator with the Health & Wellness Centre, I have helped promote evidence-informed wellness programming, reduce stigma, and create safe spaces for students to discuss mental health and stress. Beyond research, teaching, and advocacy, I have experience in STEM outreach, tutoring, student engagement, and university events. With a long-term goal of pursuing a career in medicine, I hope to integrate scientific knowledge, education, leadership, and compassionate service to make a meaningful impact in patient care and community health. It is a pleasure to connect with you!
Currently assisting with systematic review work related to diabetes prevention, cardiometabolic health, self-management education, and health equity.
• Mentor Black and Indigenous high school students interested in health sciences and medicine. • Provide academic guidance, encouragement, and support through mentor-mentee meetings. • Complete mentor orientation, anti-oppressive training, and Indigenous cultural safety training. • Support students in exploring university pathways and healthcare opportunities. • Help foster an inclusive, encouraging, and representative learning environment.
• Support the delivery and coordination of the Skills Towards Academic Recovery (S.T.A.R.) Program, a student success initiative designed to help students on academic suspension rebuild confidence and re-engage with their studies. • Assist with maintaining Quercus learning modules, organizing program materials, and coordinating workshop logistics and student communications. • Collaborate with academic advisors, facilitators, and program staff to foster a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. • Respond to student inquiries with professionalism, empathy, and sensitivity while helping ensure students feel welcomed and supported throughout the program. • Contribute to program operations including scheduling, event coordination, and administrative organization in a fast-paced hybrid environment. • Help promote resilience, community building, and academic recovery through collaborative programming and peer support initiatives.
• Support the development and improvement of an open educational resource general chemistry textbook used in CHM135 (Chemistry: Physical Principles), a high-enrolment UofT undergraduate course reaching more than 2,000 students annually. • Develop and refine glossary terms to improve clarity, consistency, and accessibility for students learning foundational chemistry concepts. • Review textbook content for accessibility, including writing and revising alternative text for figures. • Create and revise practice problems to help students strengthen conceptual understanding and apply key chemistry principles. • Contribute a student perspective to improve the usability, clarity, and effectiveness of online textbook resources. • Collaborate with course instructor Dr. Kristine Quinlan and fellow student assistants in a community of practice focused on open education, student success, and inclusive teaching.
• Conducting an intensive supervised literature-review research project on heavy metal exposure and cardiovascular risk in South Asian populations under the supervision of Dr. Trisha Mahtani. • Reviewing primary literature on arsenic, lead, cadmium, mercury, and mixed-metal exposure pathways. • Analyzing evidence linking environmental toxicants to hypertension, ischemic heart disease, stroke, kidney dysfunction, oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, and atherosclerosis. • Examining South Asian exposure pathways, including contaminated groundwater, lead-adulterated turmeric, tobacco products, air pollution, food-chain contamination, household sources, and occupational exposure. • Preparing a thesis-style research report that critically appraises epidemiological, mechanistic, biomarker, exposure-assessment, and public health evidence.
• Represent the University of Toronto by providing professional and welcoming support to guests, students, staff, and event attendees. • Assist with event logistics, including guest registration, seating, wayfinding, coat check, and crowd flow management. • Support major campus events, including Spring and Fall Convocation, conferences, and university-hosted functions. • Communicate clearly with guests and team members to answer inquiries, provide directions, and resolve concerns in a fast-paced environment. • Collaborate with event staff to ensure a smooth, organized, and positive experience for all attendees.
• Strengthen institutional transparency and accountability by ensuring that student voices remain central to decision-making processes at the administrative level. • Provide student-focused insights to support the recruitment, enrolment, and retention strategies of a diverse and academically strong student body. • Collaborate with university leaders to develop data-informed policies and practices that enhance the undergraduate student experience. • Contribute to discussions on inclusive excellence and cultural diversity to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities. • Assist in the development and execution of student support initiatives, enhancing academic and co-curricular engagement. • Advocate for student needs by offering feedback on admissions, financial aid, student services, and learning space management.