Hi everyone! My name is Mia, and I’m a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering at Arizona State University. My current research focuses on the APOE3[R145C]/4 variant, a missense mutation enriched in individuals of African ancestry, using human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) and organoid models to better understand Alzheimer's disease. I’m passionate about stem cell biology, organoid technology, and translating discoveries from the bench to the bedside. When I’m not in the lab, I enjoy volunteering at local animal shelters, trying new coffee shops, and spending time with family and friends.