The PSTP is pleased to add 8 new students to the program!! Meet the entering class of 2024 below!
Internal (Starting Research Year):
Fidelia Gaba
Undergrad School: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Hobbies: Baking, active involvement in my church, and journaling/ruminating on a variety of existential topics
Why PSTP: “The amazing resources for mentorship, learning, and networking as well as the protected research time to focus intensely on mastering new research techniques were very appealing aspects of the program.”
MS1:
Sadhana Bom
Undergrad School: St. Cloud State University
Hobbies: Landscape painting, camping/hiking, and cooking
Why PSTP: “I am deeply passionate about connecting science and medicine to improve human health at a population level.”
Ashley Choi
Undergrad School: Duke University
Research Mentor: Bradley Taylor, PhD
Hobbies: Swimming, cooking, and listening to podcasts
Why PSTP: “I chose the PSTP because of its structured curriculum, emphasis on strong mentorship, and a community of peers who share my enthusiasm for basic/translational research!”
Jessica Jiang
Undergrad School: Cornell University
Hobbies: Running, travelling, and art history
Why PSTP: “The unique training of the PSTP allows me to continue pursuing basic science research while learning medicine, preparing me for a lifetime as a physician scientist.”
Ryan McConnell
Undergrad School: Boston College
Hobbies: Running/Exercising, learning world history, and traveling
Why PSTP: “I chose the PSTP because of the structured curriculum, personalized mentorship, collaborative culture and close-knit community. It is an incredible opportunity for me to learn and grow as a researcher while I pursue a career in academic medicine.”
Liva Pfuhler
Undergrad School: Bryn Mawr College
Hobbies: Cooking, spending time outside, and trying out new restaurants and coffee shops
Why PSTP: “The opportunities offered through the PSTP including an innovative curriculum, collaborative community, and dedicated research time will allow me to grow into the physician researcher I strive to become.”
Breanna Sullivan
Undergrad School: Hofstra University
Hobbies: Playing the guitar, baking for family/friends, and spending time in nature hiking/cycling
Why PSTP: “I wish to bridge the gap between science and medicine by advancing our scientific understanding of neurodegenerative diseases to improve clinical outcomes for my future patients.”
Caleb Watson
Undergrad School: Duke University
Hobbies: Exercising, learning new languages, and listening to live music
Why PSTP: “I was drawn by the opportunity to leverage my computational background in a medical context, while also benefiting from the program’s professional development, which aims to teach students how to navigate careers combining the clinical and research sciences.”
Welcome to the program, everyone!!