Anders Nelson

Dan Katz

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: ESFP

Major: Biomedical Engineering

Year: 2nd

The catalytic event that inspired Dan to pursue a career synthetic biology was comically simple. In seventh grade he watched a video on synthetic biology hosted by SciShow, a scientific YouTube channel. Dan became incredibly interested in the topic from this video, and from then on made it his goal to participate in this type of research. Coming to UVa in his first year, Dan already had plans to join the iGEM team and saw these plans come to fruition. One look at Dan and you would assume he’s into modeling – this is true, but not the kind you might think. Don’t be surprised if you find him locked into a late night battle with docking software, optimizing every possible configuration. His software battles can also be recreational; Dan is a skilled videogame player and an online force to be reckoned with. Dan’s knowledge of keys extends beyond his computer. With eight years of trumpet experience and a seat in the UVa orchestra, Dan supplements his scientific endeavors with a love for music. He remains involved in music opportunities in Charlottesville, including the Charlottesville Symphony Orchestra, the First Year Players musical, and small groups in the area. Dan is an exemplar renaissance man with further interests in cats, cooking, fiction-writing, and countless other pursuits; a character as multi-dimensional as the conceivable universe.

Sarah Shan

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: ISTJ

Major: Neuroscience

Year: 3rd

Sarah has been interested in medicine from the earliest days she can remember. Sarah grew up with a close relative who had a serious medical condition. This event left her countless questions about disease and the human body. Sarah embarked on a lifelong quest to understand and improve upon the human system through the practice of medicine. Sarah is propelled by her medical ambitions, but has many interests outside of academics. If you ever have the fortune of tasting one of Sarah’s baked goods, you will find yourself among a blessed few – she is a true chemistry whiz both in the lab and the kitchen. Her favorite animal is the Quokka (Google them – we promise it will be worth your time). With a strong background in cheerleading, Sarah excels at keeping the team motivated and enthusiastic through even the most grueling hours in the lab. Whether through medicine, motivation, or a delicious pastry experience, Sarah finds no greater joy than improving the lives of others.

Kelli Green

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: INFP

Major: Chemical Engineering

Year: 3rd

From a young age Kelli struggled with the choice of pursuing a career in either mathematics or physical science. An avid reader in her youth, Kelli was particularly inspired by one book. Ayn Rand’s “Anthem” sparked Kelli’s passion for benevolent invention. She determined that through engineering, she can pursue a career that involves both science and mathematics, guided by the principles of innovative design and optimization. Behind this calculating engineer is an adventurer with global ambitions. Whether its playing volleyball, walking forest trails with her dog, or enduring the frustrations of Pictionary with close friends, Kelli values fun, novelty, and the freedom to explore the natural world… just don't ask her to play contact sports. She hopes to take her career overseas and lead international collaborations in the field of chemical engineering. Wherever Kelli’s journeys lead her, the road will be paved with a healthy balance of IR-spectra, MSDS sheets, and good humor.

Nivedha Kannapadi

Mark Bernard

Madeleine Stone

Raquel Moya

Chris Li

Austin Rivera