Pre-Doctoral Training Fellow, UAB Pre-Doctoral Training in Obesity Related Research, Department of Nutrition Sciences
Where were your previous studies?
I attended community college before finishing my bachelor's degree at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB).
Why have you chosen to pursue a PhD?
The process of creating a study allowed me to grow as a thinker, learner, writer, and communicator. I intend to use my education and training at UAB to continue to research diabetes and obesity. And whether I become a professor or not, I hope to be able to mentor underrepresented undergraduate/graduate students.
What are your general research interests?
Gut hormones and satiety, dopamine responses to anything, and type 2 diabetes.
Any special interests, hobbies, or fun facts?
My hobbies include reading books (on the third Game of Thrones book currently), lifting weights, running, hiking, and embroidering occasionally.