Volunteer Research Assistant
BC Children’s Hospital INSPIRE program (Supervisor- Angele Leger), Canada
I am a 4th-year premed student at the University of British Columbia (UBC), majoring in Biology with aspirations to become a doctor. Currently, I work as a Student Research Assistant at UBC's Mizumoto Lab, where I study protein synaptic activity in C. elegans, focusing on the Arp2/3 protein complex's role in neurodevelopment. Additionally, I am a research assistant with the INSPIRE program at BC Children’s Hospital, contributing to the Environmental Scan Research Project, where I assist in evaluating resources and education delivery for pediatric oncology patients and their families. I am also a Directed Studies student at the Brauner Lab, UBC, where I am exploring cancer cell mutations and their implications for treatment.
Beyond my research, I volunteer with the BC Brain Wellness Program, assisting in online Zoom classes for participants with neurological conditions, and with the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit (Brain Waves), teaching students about neuroscience and injury prevention.
I am also actively involved in supporting the cancer community, applying for a position with the UBC Cancer Association to contribute to cancer awareness, fundraising, and education efforts. My volunteer work also includes acting as a Punjabi and Hindi healthcare translator, helping non-English-speaking communities access essential healthcare services.
I am passionate about expanding my knowledge and skills in healthcare and research as I prepare for my future medical career. Through my academic and volunteer experiences, I strive to make a positive impact on the lives of others.