TEAM LEADER

Michelle Yang

Wet Lab Leader | Outreach

"Hi, I'm a biology major with a minor in philosophy. I plan to pursue medical school after obtaining an undergraduate degree to become a physician. Outside of iGEM, I tutor students in a variety of subjects back in my hometown. In my free time, I like to listen to music, bake, and brainstorm ideas on how to make the world’s best homemade cup of coffee."

TEAM LEADER

Bushra Islam

Wet Lab | Dry Lab | Outreach

"I am a junior majoring in biomedical engineering with a concentration in cellular & molecular engineering. I am interested in genetic engineering, and intend on pursuing an MD/Ph.D dual degree after graduation. I love dancing and going on café-hopping trips with my friends!"

Isabella Berger

Wet Lab | Outreach | Wiki

"I am a junior majoring in biology and psychology. iGEM is my first research experience, and it's been a great one so far! When I'm not in the lab, I work as a pharmacy technician and write for the Humanology Project, go check them out! In my free time, I go on long bike rides and draw the other iGEM members."

Jerome Cai

Wet Lab | Dry Lab

"I am currently a junior majoring in health science on the pre-med track. iGEM is one of my first research experiences, and I really enjoyed it. Outside of iGEM, I like to watch movies, listen to music, and spend time with friends."

Grace Ding

Wiki Leader

"I am the physics major of the team. I joined iGEM because I want to expand my horizon and explore other disciplines, and iGEM seemed like a fun challenge to me. My favorite way to relax is to put on my headphones and go out for a long walk."

Zachary Don

Wet Lab |
Outreach Leader

"I joined iGEM to learn more about synthetic biology and its applications, as well to advance my research skills. I am majoring in clinical laboratory science, and one day I hope to pursue hematology-oncology research! When I am not in class or at work you can almost always find me in the library or the dining hall."

Trinity Hausch

Wet Lab | Outreach | Wiki

"I'm a sophomore majoring in biochemistry and minoring in studio art. I joined iGEM to learn more about the research process, and meet people with similar interests! In the future, I plan to pursue a master's degree in biochemistry, and become a researcher studying genetically modified plants. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, painting, gardening."

Katherine He

Wet Lab | Outreach | Wiki

"I am currently a junior majoring in biology on the pre-PA track. Outside of IGEM, I enjoy volunteering at a local hospice and veterans home where I can make memorable conversations with the patients. Some of my hobbies are going on walks or drives with friends and listening to music."

Ada Lin

Wet Lab | Dry Lab | Outreach

"I am a sophomore majoring in biology and minoring in chemistry. Outside of iGEM, I work in a polycystic kidney disease mice lab in HSC and am going to work on a project integrating population health informatics in the Fall. I am a hospital and crisis volunteer. I enjoy watching films, listening to meditative music, and biking with my friends."

Aarush Mehta

Dry Lab Leader |
Outreach

"I am a sophomore with a double major in biochemistry and psychology. Outside of iGEM, I play the violin for our University’s orchestra and am involved in psychiatry research. My hobbies include baking and table tennis!"

Jayden Reilly

Dry Lab

"I am going into my final year at Stony Brook with a double major in applied mathematics and biology. I joined iGEM because I loved its interdisciplinary nature, and I wanted to learn more about synthetic biology. In the future, I’m hoping to pursue a career in medicine. Outside of iGEM, I also volunteer as an EMT and I love spending time at the beach!"

Jade Yu

Wet Lab | Dry Lab | Outreach

"iGEM was the perfect experience for me to gain undergraduate research experience by learning alongside peers who are starting from the same point as I am. I hope to pursue graduate education in epidemiology or healthcare administration with the goal of improving patient care. Outside of the lab or the classroom, I enjoy cooking, baking and hosting friends for coffee conversations or dinner parties."

Aria Zaman

Dry Lab

"I joined iGEM to gain more research experience and learn about synthetic biology. I am currently working on my master's and I plan on becoming a biology teacher! In my free time, I love reading, writing and travelling."

Andrew Zhang

Wet Lab

"Hi, I am a biology major with a minor in chemistry on the pre-med route. Besides being involved with iGEM I'm also involved as a TA for organic chemistry and work as both a tour guide and as a Student Enrollment Assistant. Some of my non-academic interests include astronomy, birdwatching, and solving puzzles!"