Lillian
Gann
Hometown: Cornelius, NC
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Research Interest: Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
“I want to pursue biomedical engineering because it merges engineering principles with the goal of enhancing people’s lives.
WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO THE CSS PROGRAM AND CAROLINA?
What attracted me to UNC and the Chancellor’s Science Scholars program was the strong sense of community that made a large school feel welcoming. During my visit to UNC, I could easily envision myself there and appreciated the beautiful campus. I was also impressed by the numerous research opportunities and the guidance CSS offered.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO EXPERIENCING AT CAROLINA OVER THE NEXT FOUR YEARS?
I am most excited about meeting new people from diverse backgrounds and growing into myself. I eagerly anticipate the vibrant social life and strong school spirit at UNC. Additionally, I look forward to delving into research opportunities in biomedical engineering, where I can explore innovative solutions to address medical challenges. This will allow me to dive deeply into topics that fascinate me and contribute to advancements in healthcare.
WHAT RESEARCH TOPIC(S) ARE YOU INTERESTED IN EXPLORING AND WHY?
I want to pursue biomedical engineering because it merges engineering principles with the goal of enhancing people’s lives. I find tissue engineering and regenerative medicine particularly fascinating. I am attracted to the development of artificial organs and tissues, as well as exploring methods to restore damaged ones. This area of research has the potential to transform lives by offering new treatments for injuries, diseases, and age-related conditions, which I find incredibly rewarding and motivating.
WHAT IS ONE THING YOU HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH IN YOUR FUTURE STEM CAREER?
One goal I hope to achieve in my STEM career is to make a significant discovery or contribution to research while also bettering lives and pursuing a higher degree.