Michelle is a recent UBC graduate with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. She has experience with self-directed research and is excited to work with the VBIA on the Concussion Diagnosis Project.

She also volunteers at various hospitals and nursing homes with patients who have brain injuries, including her grandfather.
Her interests include playing the piano, painting, and hiking.

Emily is a first-year student studying in the faculty of science at UBC. She is looking forward to being on the VBIA team! Emily volunteers at local hospitals where she interacts with patients who have brain injuries.

She is passionate about studying behavioral health and public health policy. During her spare time, she enjoys playing guitar, golfing, snowboarding, and watching movies with friends.

Kaho is an aspiring graphic designer studying at Capilano University.

She is responsible for assisting with graphics for advertisements and social media. It’s been an exciting journey for her to be a part of VBIA where she is able to utilize her asset to provide support to the community. Her interests include drawing, skateboarding, and playing the piano.

Thea is an upcoming graphic designer/illustrator student in Capilano University.

She is in charge of creating informative social media posts for VBIA and she really appreciates the opportunity to be involved in VBIA works. Her interests include learning about how media influence how people think/act, cinematography, illustration.

Lydia is a University of Toronto student double majoring in Neuroscience and Nutritional Science. She is very excited to work with VBIA on the concussion diagnosis project.

Her interest includes learning about brain injury rehabilitation and recovery, exercise and sports medicine, as well as dietetics, including the relationship between nutrition and brain function.

She previously worked with the Sport and Recreation intramural program at UofT in risk management, which involved first aid response to sports-related injuries, such as concussions. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, playing volleyball, and baking.

Simran is a fourth year student at SFU studying in the faculty of science to gain a bachelor in Biology.

She volunteers at hospitals where she interacts with various types of patients. She is super interested in neuroscience and wishes to study in this field in the future. Her favourite things to do are reading and travelling when she can!

Samantha Huang received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Emory University and is currently conducting research at UBC with the Mood Disorders Center.

She is passionate about the neuropsychology of mood disorders, memory and emotions, and is excited to contribute to the research efforts at VBIA that will directly support her local community.

Shona is a 4th year sciences student at the University of Victoria focusing on clinical and neuropsychology.

With a passion for learning about brain trauma, psychiatric disorders and exploring better diagnostic and treatment plans, Shona is excited to be involved with the VBIA concussion diagnosis project.

Shona is an Engage leader with UVIC Office of Student Life as well as an executive team member of Vikes Nation Athletics and Recreations. In her spare time, Shona can be found volunteering at St Paul’s Hospital, skiing, singing and travelling.