About
Ayah Elsamad is a PhD student at The Lundquist Institute at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where she focuses on translational biomedical research grounded in her strong foundation in neuroscience. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Cal Poly Pomona, where she conducted neuroscience research and solidified her interest in pursuing scientific inquiry at the graduate level. Ayah brings a thoughtful, steady, and ambitious approach to her work, aiming to contribute meaningful advances to human health through rigorous research and continued scientific training.
Education and Degree(s)
Education and Degrees
- M.S., Biological Sciences (Neuroscience focus) — California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
- B.S., Biological Sciences — California State Polytechnic University, Pomona