London, England, United Kingdom
I’m currently a medical student at UCL, having recently completed my iBSc in Neuroscience with First Class Honours. I was also fortunate to be a Laidlaw Scholar, an experience that shaped my approach to both research and leadership through projects that spanned from the lab bench to international outreach. As part of the programme, I conducted research in a neuroscience lab investigating proteins potentially upregulated in mitochondrial disorders, deepening my understanding of cellular mechanisms and neurodegenerative disease. I also undertook a leadership project in Mexico, working on community-based initiatives focused on social impact and knowledge exchange. Together, these experiences taught me how scientific curiosity and empathy can work hand in hand to create meaningful change. My broader academic interests lie at the intersection of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and Infectious Diseases. I’m fascinated by how neural networks, both biological and artificial, process and adapt to information, and how these insights might shape the future of medicine and education. Applying neuroscience knowledge to mental health in my recent publication, looking into genetic testing for Major Depressive Disorder, has added a clinical perspective to my work. Beyond research, I’m passionate about scientific communication and creative storytelling. Through videography and writing, I enjoy translating complex ideas into engaging, accessible narratives that make science feel human and alive. Looking ahead, I hope to continue bridging medicine, neuroscience, and innovation - exploring how interdisciplinary thinking and compassionate leadership can advance healthcare and understanding.
Working together with the president and social secretaries of RUMS Tennis to manage the finances of the club developing teamwork and management skills as well as negotiating with the Students’ Union
- Selected out of 28 people applying for my project of interest, joining the cohort of 30 fantastic scholars this year - Taking part in a 6-week research into protein synthesis in mitochondrial diseases this summer at the Royal Free Hospital under the supervision of Jan-Willem Taanman - 6-week internship in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, working with kindergarten kids from underprivileged backgrounds on education in health and nutrition
- Collecting primary qualitative data through semi-structured interviews with experts in the field - Identifying trends in current scientific findings on genetic testing for depression using strong analysis skills - Filtering high volume of articles, distilling key information working towards writing a literature review