Six master’s program graduates from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai’s Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences discuss how they are using their degrees to explore new paths in science, health care, and medicine.
How Zirui (Frank) Feng Found a Way To Connect His Computational Background With Real Biomedical Discovery Through a Master of Science in Biomedical Data Science and AI Degree
“The master’s program at Mount Sinai helped me move from data science into biomedical discovery, and the next step for me is to become an independent scientist who can build technologies that turn molecular insight into medicines.”
With a Master of Science in Clinical Research, Taylor Ward Aims to Advance Cardiovascular Health Through Research, Education, and Community Partnership
“What drew me to Mount Sinai was its commitment to health equity and translational research. The program allowed me to work alongside clinicians, researchers, and community partners while developing the skills needed to design meaningful clinical research.”
Sameer Ahmed, Long Curious About Air Quality and Respiratory Health, Gets a Master of Public Health Degree—and a New York City Job in Asthma Prevention
“My interest in public health and asthma work is deeply personal. I was born in and spent the first 18 years of my life in Pakistan, where air pollution and poor air quality are major public health concerns.”
Intrigued by Neurobiology and Molecular Biology, Nitika Kamath Receives a Master of Science in Biomedical Science Degree as she Pursues a Career in Translational Research
“Mount Sinai provided the ideal ecosystem for me to elevate my technical expertise and grow as a researcher, largely due to the exceptional culture of mentorship and collaboration.”
Rohitha Ravisekar, MBBS, MHA, Gets a Master of Science in Epidemiology Degree To Learn More About the Environmental, Social, and Systemic Forces that Can Shape Individual Health Outcomes
“I want to build a career at the intersection of epidemiology, environmental health, and health care improvement, with a particular focus on translating research findings into meaningful changes in clinical care.”
How a Master of Health Administration Degree Is Giving Maggie So, Fresh Perspectives on Health Care—Knowledge She Now Uses as a Hospital Office Manager
“I have always wanted to help people and felt at home whenever I was in a hospital setting. I want to advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I believe in always treating people the way I would like me, my daughter, and my family to be treated, no matter one’s race, ethnicity, or gender.”