Hello everyone! My name is Niharika Kaushik and I am currently a senior. Since the age of 5, I found a special interest in anatomy, and have been hooked on science ever since. I have been a part of my school's science team for five years, competing in science olympiads, Brain Bees, and more. Through my experiences interning at MGH (studying neural feedback mechanisms in students with learning disabilities), as well as through shadowing at hospitals, I have gained real-world experience and insight into the workings of the body. I have a distinct passion for our beautiful brain, and I can't wait to share my research with the readers of IYNA!