Posted on April 27, 2021 in ASRC News, Structural Biology Initiative
But for Azad, who divides her time between structural biology research, volunteer outreach, and science communication, much of the achievement lies in having applied to the fellowship in the first place.
“Being a first-generation and minority female student, it’s not always easy, and people will assume or make you feel that you are not good enough to make a difference,” Azad told The Graduate Center. “It was a significant milestone for me to tell myself that I tried and submitted my application.”