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.