Catalyst+ Board
"Accelerate Research. Empower Impact."
President
Sofiya Ismagilova
I’m an Honors junior at the UMN Twin Cities majoring in Biochemistry with minors in Computer Science and Pharmacology.
I currently conduct research in polymeric delivery systems for nucleic acid therapeutics.
Vice-President
Bokhei Woo
I’m a junior majoring in Biochemistry with minors in Music, Pharmacology, and Chemistry.
My academic interests center on drug discovery and the development of new medication applications.
Internal Affairs Lead
Jacob Reineke
I am a junior majoring in Civil Engineering and work as an undergraduate research assistant.
Secretary
Samhita Kuroodi
I'm currently a sophomore majoring in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development with a planned minor in Marine Biology.
I’m especially interested in cell biology, regeneration research, and opportunities to conduct research abroad.
Treasurer
Gregorio Kissi
I am a sophomore in the College of Biological Sciences.
My long-term goal is to attend medical school, where I can combine my interest in science with a career dedicated to improving patient care.
Vice-Treasurer
Bella Bu
I am a junior majoring in Mechanical Engineering, interested in research related to mechanical systems, design, and applications that connect to real-world engineering challenges.
Events Coordinator
Sara McBride
I'm Sara, a third-year Environmental Geosciences student interested in geomicrobiology, hydrogeology, and water resources research.
I'm passionate about understanding how microbes interact with the geologic environment in ways that influence the health of all living things.
Outreach Director
Kendall Ziegler
I am a senior majoring in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development.
My research interests center on stem cell engineering, particularly genome editing using CRISPR/Cas9 technology. I am passionate about advancing genetic tools to better understand development and improve therapeutic applications.