About
Jessie is a fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in biomedical engineering and minoring in data science. After graduation, she will attend the University of Virginia for graduate school with plans to earn her Master of Engineering and continue her career in industry. Her work in the Sheybani Lab is primarily focused on the use of thermally ablative FUS to enhance the efficacy of CAR-T cell treatment for breast cancer. Apart from FUS, her research interests also include leveraging computational modeling to simulate the progression of breast cancer. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, weightlifting, reading, and spending time with her family.
Awards & Accolades
Society of American Military Engineers Scholarship Recipient
2022-2025
Society of American Military Engineers
Awarded to full-time students who are enrolled in STEM degrees and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship Recipient
2022-2024
University of Virginia
Awarded to female students with the ability to contribute meaningfully to the University community
Dean's List
2022-2025
University of Virginia
Awarded to full-time students who demonstrate academic excellence while taking a minimum of 15 credits.
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