Husky 100 Spotlights Nghiem Lab Research Assistants

UW Dermatology is proud to announce that two members of the Nghiem Lab Research Team have been included in University of Washington’s 2023 Husky 100 list!

Please join us in congratulating Undergraduate Research Assistants, Emily Gong and Nikhil Harikrishnan on this well-earned recognition. Each year, the Husky 100 recognizes 100 UW undergraduate and graduate students who are making the most of their time at the UW.

Emily Gong

Hometown: Vancouver, Canada
Nghiem Lab Undergraduate Research Assistant (2021 – Present)
B.S. Public Health-Global Health; Interdisciplinary Honors

"My Husky experience is like a puzzle, with each piece contributing diverse experiences that fit together to form my college journey. From interdisciplinary coursework to hands-on translational cancer research and crisis counselling, both academic and extracurricular aspects have shaped my identity – as a curious learner and empathetic listener, I am passionate about mental health and supporting under-represented groups. Each piece of my college puzzle has harmoniously equipped me with invaluable skills that will help me achieve my aspirations of becoming a physician."

Nikhil Harikrishnan 

Hometown: Redmond, WA
Nghiem Lab Undergraduate Research Assistant (2020 – Present)
B.A. Anthropology (Medical Anthropology & Global Health); B.S. Biology 

"My journey at the University of Washington has helped me gain a profound understanding of how cultural, social, and economic factors impact health outcomes. As an aspiring physician, I am committed to seeking out opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and amplify the voices of historically marginalized communities. I am grateful for the endless support of my peers and mentors."