Contact Admin. Harvard University Virology Instagram Handle: I am a scientist that studies how the immune system interacts with viral infections. Currently, I am working on understanding how Zika virus causes damage to the brain and how the immune system responds to Zika virus infection within the brain.
I really enjoy the few minutes post getting an important finding and discovery. They come far and few between, but for these few minutes because I have a hard time keeping any exciting data to myself , I hold immense power-- I know something that no one in this world knows!
I am still somewhat in training, but my first experience within a research science laboratory was not until I reached undergrad. I asked one of my professor if I could volunteer within her laboratory and the rest is history.
I once found myself within a very unsupportive environment. Instead of looking for a way to leave, I decided to fulfill my entire commitment of contract. I did not realize until later when I spoke with past mentors, that I should have removed myself much sooner. I learned three important lessons from this experience: This experience was one I had never anticipated and was a very surreal moment in my career!
When determining whether I am interested in working with another, I tend to look for a display of effort. I think a truly passionate individual will put in the extra work to demonstrate commitment and these truly devoted are the individuals I am interested in working amidst.
