Alex Kim

Rice University

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Hello! My name is Alex Kim, and I am currently a sophomore at Rice University, pursuing a B.A. in Cognitive Sciences with a specialization in Neuroscience. As a pre-medical student, my academic focus lies in exploring the intricate connections between the mind, brain function, and cognitive processes, with a growing interest in how these areas relate to disease and medical applications.

Currently, I am conducting research at the Ma Lab within the Bioscience Research Collaborative (BRC), where I focus on glycoRNA’s role in disease identification and treatment. This work has strengthened my proficiency in complex lab techniques, including cell culture, RNA extraction, and Western/Northern blotting, while also honing my abilities in data analysis and scientific communication through active journal club participation. I am passionate about sharing knowledge, supporting new team members, and fostering a collaborative research environment.

I am involved in several campus organizations, including the Rice PreMed Society and the Omega Psi Cognitive Science Honors Society. I hold leadership roles as Vice President and Director of Operations for Rice SPLASH, an educational outreach initiative that engages young learners, and I am a Co-Event Planner for Omega Psi. Outside of academics and research, I volunteer with Music MDs, perform for hospital patients and nursing home residents, and participate in the Alzheimer’s Buddies program. I am passionate about global health, and I will be interning in Guatemala next summer through Rice’s VAW Medical Program to gain hands-on experience in patient care. I am also going to take UNIV 250 to become a Rice Health Advisor for Lovett College, and I am going to take EMSP 281 to earn my EMT certification!

Feel free to contact me at ak205@rice.edu!

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Organization: VAW Global Health Alliances

About Us

The Rice University Medical chapter of VAW Global Health Alliances (VAW Global ) consists of students that are enthusiastic and committed about addressing the health disparities that currently exist in developing countries. Through close collaboration with the organization VAW Global, our club at Rice University strives towards providing rural communities in developing countries access towards medical treatment, medication and nutritional and health education.

If you're interested in global medicine and want to be part of one of Rice University’s most involved clubs on campus, then become a member and check out our website for more information or come to one of our info sessions!



Upcoming Initiatives

Rice University Medical Internship to Guatemala, May 2025

Join the Rice University chapter as they lead a Medical Outreach Internship to Guatemala this upcoming Summer! interns will work in mobile medical clinics, where they will have the opportunity to intake patients, conduct public health surveys, take vitals, shadow local physicians, work in the pharmacy, teach education classes, and much more! If you’re interested in joining, contact us for more information! VAW Global at Rice University will be opening up mobile medical clinics for local communities during their time in Guatemala. One of the most exciting and important parts of interning with VAW Global is bringing medication to the less fortunate. In 2023, VAW Global treated over 17,500 patients and we aspire to treat over 20,000 in 2024! One of the things that make our mobile clinics unique is that we not only triage and diagnose patients, but also provide them with the basic medications needed. Fundraising for medications is a huge part of creating a successful mobile clinic to help the local communities with effective care. **Note: airfare is not included