Zhuoya Zhang

Hometown:Beijing, China

Undergraduate institution:Brandeis University

Undergraduate major:Health Science, Society and Policy; Economics

Graduate Study - Institution:Brown University

My research interests are:I am interested in the biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors of cardiometabolic health. I am also curious about how interventions like mindfulness impact wellness.

Career track:Academia

My career goals are:I aspire to become a well-rounded epidemiologist, assisting research institutes to study the determinants of cardiometabolic health and develop preventative measures accessible to all.

I have technical expertise in:R, SAS, Python, Java, Stata, and ArcGIS.

I chose QBS because:I chose QBS for the interdisciplinary nature of the program. I also appreciate rotation opportunities where I could apply my knowledge to innovative public health research. Lastly, the low student-to-faculty ratio would enable me to develop meaningful connections with my professors and peers.

Recreational Interests:I enjoy running, skiing, reading, and exploring new restaurants, coffee shops, and bookstores.