In Ariel's time at Stony Brook, they plan on studying cell signaling mechanisms as well as translational research in medicinal chemistry. In Ariel's free time, they like to paint, draw, go to the gym, life weights, rock climb, and film and edit videos on social media
"I envision myself not only as an innovator conducting clinical research while practicing medicine, but also as a mentor teaching other young girls who look like me that they too can be successful in their desired career."
"I knew it would be an amazing opportunity to prepare me for my future career in STEM as I would get to learn the expert staff and the brilliant scholars who came before me. Also, I knew I would get to work with the next generation of scientists with those in my cohort which further fueled my inspiration."
