Katie Chan is a sophomore at Rice University in Houston, Texas. Born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Katie grew an interest in epigenetic research since high school. She is currently exploring ways to apply this research to her broader interest in cancer care. Beyond the lab, Katie is deeply passionate about advocating for Asian American populations and improving their healthcare experiences. Following medical school, she hopes to return to her hometown to serve her community as an oncologist or intensivist.