Hi, I'm Layan!
Welcome to my digital portfolio. This space is a collection of where my curiosity has taken me over the years, from research and projects to experiences, ideas, and reflections gathered along the way.
A bit about me...
- From Amman, Jordan
- Sophomore at Columbia University
- Majoring in Biology
- Passionate about the intersection of science and medicine; how biology and technology can help solve real-world healthcare problems
- I love musical theatre and playing guitar
- Always looking to explore new places, debate ideas, and meeting new people... so reach out:)
Research
Undergraduate Researcher @ Al-Hashimi Lab - CUIMC Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics
Investigating sequence-dependent DNA mismatch stability using UV melting experiments
Summer Research Intern @ Rush University Medical Center - Department of Microbial Pathogens and Immunity
Revisiting what HIV in the Brain Can Teach Us About Sars-CoV-2 Neurological Complications with Al-Harthi Lab
Leading Conferences
Serving as Secretary-General of THIMUN The Hague 2025 was both an honor and a privilege. I had the opportunity to lead over 3,500 delegates through a conference centered on the impact of AI on humanity.
It was the culmination of a long MUN journey that took me across continents, and taught me not only about how the world works, but about the power of human connection and collaboration in finding ways to make it better.
Watch the speeches I delivered last year at the World Forum The Hague.
The Hague International Model UN Conference 2025
Read 'MUNITY 2025 Edition' Articles
Service
Some of my favorite experiences around the world:
