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This series ended on August 17, 2025. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.

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Hello! If you're a student who wants to conduct academic research but doesn't know how, this is the series for you. The hosts of this series collectively have almost two decades of research experience, and we're excited to share what we've worked on, how we got into our respective fields, how the many flavors of research work, and the research skills that have helped us along the way.

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Richa J 🇺🇸

Certified in 17 topics

I'm a molecular engineering major at the University of Chicago, investigating the role of immune infiltrates on tumor growth. My previous research work explored metastatic mechanisms in medulloblastoma and glioblastoma cancer cells. Outside of the lab, you can find me on stage with my clarinet, or on a trail whistling back to the birds :)

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Sharon V 🇺🇸

Senior Tutor

Certified in 15 topics

Graduated from UC Berkeley in 2021, now in medical school (MD/PhD)!

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Claire S 🇺🇸

Moderator

Certified in 15 topics

I am a recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin- Madison, where I studied Molecular and Cell Biology and Scientific Communication. I currently work at an international biotechnology company working in their small molecule department as a scientist developing new medicines. I have a love of learning which has led me to be able to speak 3 languages which are English, German, and Turkish, and I am currently learning more. In addition to my academic studied, I also play numerous instruments. As a tutor, I am very passionate about helping students reach their full potential in all levels of school. I love school and want to help others gain the passion for learning and enjoy not only the outcome, but also the process. I tutor biology, chemistry, writing, German, Turkish, and a variety of AP classes to help students prep for their exams. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, playing D&D, and watching movies/TV shows.

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Nikhil P 🇺🇸

Certified in 2 topics

Hi everyone! I'm a college student studying Applied Math, Computer Science, and Education. I love helping demystify complicated concepts, and I'm excited to help you learn! In my free time, I love doing origami, biking, and listening to music :)

Schedule

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SESSION 1

14

Aug

SESSION 1

Other Topics

Other Topics

Thu 12:30 AM - 1:30 AM UTCAug 14, 12:30 AM - 1:30 AM UTC

Hi! I'm Sharon! I graduated from UC Berkeley in 2021 and am now in my second year of medical school in an MD/PhD program. My major while I was in college was in Molecular and Cell Biology and after college I worked in a neurobiology lab for three years before going to medical school! Happy to answer any questions you have about research, premed, medical school, the MD/PhD program, etc. 

SESSION 2

14

Aug

SESSION 2

Other Topics

Other Topics

Thu 10:30 PM - 11:30 PM UTCAug 14, 10:30 PM - 11:30 PM UTC

Hi! I’m Nikhil, a rising senior in college studying Applied Math, CS, and Education. Throughout college, I’ve done a few research projects in Spatial Data Science, including contributing to the development of a geospatial data analysis platform. I also used the GIS (Geographic Information Systems, i.e. computational geography) skills I learned to develop lesson material for an AP Statistics organization, and my work has since been used in over 1000 classrooms nationwide. More recently, I’ve conducted historical research into my University’s record of property ownership and its displacement of its surroundings, and our project has been well received by relevant academics within and beyond campus. Since January, I’ve changed gears a bit to immerse myself in the unique world of pure mathematics research, studying open problems in a field called Euclidean Ramsey Theory at the intersection of Geometry, Combinatorics, and Graph Theory. For my senior thesis, I plan to develop an alternative curriculum to improve engagement in high school math education using Discrete Mathematics. My path through research has hit many different interesting topics, which provided me with valuable experience and information about my own interests. I’m looking forward to sharing more and hopefully inspiring you to explore your research options down the line!

SESSION 3

16

Aug

SESSION 3

Other Topics

Other Topics

Sat 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM UTCAug 16, 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM UTC

Hi everyone! My name is Claire and I’m a recent graduate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I currently work as an Analytical Chemist at an international biotech company studying drug stability for numerous clients. I run basic and more advanced techniques such as ELISA and HPLC. I started out my undergraduate career researching protein functionality in a biochemistry lab and presented at my uni’s symposium. I was in 3 other labs including an integrative biology lab studying sexual characteristics of nematodes in which I presented a paper and gave a talk at symposiums.  I researched anti-proliferation proteins in a biomolecular chemistry lab at the local hospital was published in Synthetic Biology journal of the American Chemical Society. I also studied abroad in Istanbul, Turkey and did molecular biology research on novel CRISPR mechanisms and attended a molecular biology conference. In addition I also did scientific communication research for a biotech company and earned a minor in scientific communication. Throughout my undergrad, I also worked and participated in numerous clubs in addition to my research. I look forward to sharing with you my research journey and helping you plan your own. 

SESSION 4

16

Aug

SESSION 4

Other Topics

Other Topics

Sat 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM UTCAug 16, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM UTC

Hi everyone! I'm Richa, an incoming third year at the University of Chicago, majoring in Molecular Engineering with an immunoengineering minor. My research journey started in high school, with a neurotoxicology program from UCSD -- I then worked in the neuro-oncology space for 3 years, with 2 neurosurgery labs where I gained fundamental wet lab skills (such as Western Blot, cell culture, assays, etc.), began independent research work, and assisted in maintaining a living bio-bank from tumor samples collected in surgery. I worked primarily with two types of brain cancer cells, and I've worked with both rodent models and cell culture models. I currently work with an immunoengineering lab, and have transitioned into more of a computational role -- integrating machine learning with bench work to map out the immune system and its dynamic response to various diseases. I'm currently beginning work on my thesis project, investigating the role of immune infiltrates on tumor growth. I'm excited to share my research journey with you, and answer any questions you have for me :) 

SESSION 5

17

Aug

SESSION 5

Careers & Majors

Careers & Majors

Sun 12:00 AM - 12:30 AM UTCAug 17, 12:00 AM - 12:30 AM UTC

Q&A with Claire S (extention of my pervious session)

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