Biography

I am a biochemistry student at the University of Washington and am sincerely honored to be selected as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. Raised in a German-Iranian household near Seattle, I developed a deep appreciation for cultural identity, global perspectives, and bridging differences to solve complex problems.I work as a researcher to understand mechanisms underlying cardiometabolic disease, as an EMT providing care to underserved communities, and as a public health advocate focused on harm reduction and increasing access to lifesaving resources.At Cambridge, I will pursue a Master in Philosophy in Population Health Sciences. I aim to further my expertise in epidemiology and public health strategy, equipping myself with the tools to address the most pressing health challenges of our time, including addiction, chronic illness, and emergency response.Afterward, I hope to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD), bridging clinical expertise with population-level interventions to drive systemic improvements in healthcare accessibility and outcomes.I’m grateful for this opportunity, incredibly excited to learn at Cambridge, and committed to using this gift of education to improve lives.

Previous Education

Everett Community College College In The High School
North Seattle College Emergency Medical Technician
University of Washington Biochemistry