Student Insights: Explore Colleges & Programs Firsthand
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Benjamin Jackson
Biomedical Engineering
Hi, my name is Ben and I am an undergraduate, pre-med student studying biomedical engineering (BME) at Hopkins looking to complete the 3+1 BME masters program. From Arizona, I enjoy the outdoors and supporting the Red Cross while also being active in the National Guard and BME research labs.
Kaitlyn Lai
Neuroscience & Cognitive Science
Kaitlyn Lai is an undergraduate at the University of Arizona studying Neuroscience & Cognitive Science with minors in Biochemistry and Health & Human Values. On campus she is involved with neuroscience clubs (NSCSAS, Nu Rho Psi), PATH, Alpha Epsilon Delta, and a Brain Imaging & TMS Lab. In the future, she aims to pursue medical school and is interested in neurology or radiology.
Nealin Banerjee
B.S. Electrical Engineering
Hi, I’m Nealin! I am studying Electrical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, and I’m also taking classes in biomedical engineering and materials science. I’ve been involved in a variety of extracurriculars here, such as research, an internship, and clubs. Feel free to reach out if you’re interested!
Nevan Hanford
Molecular Cell Biology
Nevan is a third-year Molecular Cell Biology student at UC Berkeley, aiming for a career in emergency medicine. He works as an EMT in Northern California and conducts research at the School of Public Health on the health effects of non-clinical psychedelic use. At UCLA, he helped develop a high-throughput pipeline to analyze neuronal activity in stem cells. Nevan also serves as Vice President of his fraternity and is active in several campus organizations.
Diya Nath
Major: Neuro and Cognitive Biology
Minor : Neurostatistics and Japanese
Diya Nath is a rising junior at the University of Arizona. She is majoring in Neuroscience with a minor in Japanese Language and Bioinformatics. She seeks to pursue a research pathway in neuroscience, gastroenterology, and nutrition in grad school. She also has a baking business on the side and tutors students in math. She has also received admissions into highly appraised schools like Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Texas – Austin.
Niharika Abbaraju
BSMD
Hi! I’m Niharika, a biology major in the University of Toledo’s B.S./M.D. program. I currently scribe in ENT, gynecologic oncology, and rheumatology, and research IL-17’s role in opportunistic fungal infections. As a former Helios Scholar at TGen, I studied the ethics of incidental findings in neuroimaging. I’m also passionate about service, leadership, and Indian classical singing.
Sohani Sandhu
Biosciences, B.S. and Philosophy, B.A.
Hi! I’m Sohani, a junior at Rice University studying Biosciences and Philosophy on the pre-med track. As an avid scientist, I conduct research at a pediatric leukemia lab that develops rare patient-derived xenograft models. Passionate about DEI advocacy, I’m also active in community support initiatives on and beyond campus.
Alex Kroumov
Biomedical Engineering B.S./M.S., Applied Math and Statistics B.S.
Alex is an undergraduate at Johns Hopkins University studying biomedical engineering and applied math. He is involved in a design team, research lab, independent project, and the Student Government Association. In the future, he wants to drive innovations in medical technology.
Sunny Vakkalanka
Healthcare Studies (BS)
I’m a student on the pre-med track passionate about healthcare, public health advocacy, and clinical research. Outside of classes, I spend my time volunteering for a community clinic, preparing for Model UN conferences, and writing for a health policy newsletter. I’m excited to meet y’all and help make a difference.
Daniel Collum
BS Mechanical Engineering
Hello! I’m a junior at Johns Hopkins studying mechanical engineering. Ultimately, I want to work in the aerospace industry! Outside of class, I am a member of the Hopkins Student Wind Energy Team, where I design and test different blade designs, and I climb with my friends regularly.
Ethan Insler
Molecular and Cellular Biology and Mathematics
Hi! I am Ethan Insler, a current sophomore at Johns Hopkins University. I am a double major in molecular and cellular biology and pure mathematics on the pre-med track. I am also on the varsity fencing team, president of my fraternity, Phi Gamma Delta, and an active member of Phi Delta Epsilon the pre-medical fraternity.
Madjid Dahmani
Public Health Studies
Hello! My name is Madjid Dahmani. I am a junior at Johns Hopkins studying Public Health on the Pre-Med track. At school, I am the Student Basic Needs Coalition president, a non-profit supporting low-income students, and a campus tour guide! I love reading, thrifting, and trying new restaurants with friends!
Spencer Irwin
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Rising junior at Johns Hopkins University studying Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with research, volunteering, and employment experience in both high school and college.
