Thursday, August 4, 2022

Meet a Ph.D. Student: Takreem Aziz

Takreem Aziz

Age: 25

Hometown: Mobile, Alabama

Undergraduate institution and degree earned: University of South Alabama, Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences

Basic Medical Sciences Program track and year of study: Vascular Biology, fourth year

What research are you involved in?
The role of base excision repair enzyme, OGG1, in mediating calcium handling in vascular endothelium

What do you enjoy most about being a doctoral student at the Whiddon College of Medicine?
Becoming a part of and working with a devoted group of medical professionals who devote their time and efforts into advancing scientific and medical knowledge, improving health, and gaining insight into the treatment and/or prevention of diseases.

What are your interests and hobbies outside of school and work?
Soccer, photography and traveling