Toronto Chapter
Meet our Mentors
Check out their profiles to learn more about our some of our mentors in the Toronto area.
Dr. Amanda Ottilia Veri
Bio: She is passionate about making science accessible, engaging and inclusive of all groups. She is proud to be one of the 150 women featured in the 2017 groundbreaking CBC HERstory in Black project celebrating 150 Black women who have made a place in Canadian history.
Locations: Downtown Toronto (or along subway)
Director of SciXchange & Assistant Professor - Ryerson
DR. EMILY AGARD
DANIELA ANGULO
Bio: I am passionate about swimming and bike riding. I also enjoy cooking and playing the guitar.
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Physics
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Physics
DR. TAHANI BAAKDHAH
Bio: Wife & mother who recently published first science art crochet book intended to educate the public about retinal stem cell and the retina using crocheted models; shares some tips and advises through social media
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate at the University of Toronto
Department of Molecular Genetics
KAYLA BAZZANA
Bio: Studying the evolution of the brain in the long-extinct ancestors of modern mammals and reptiles. My favourite pastime is tied between dancing & singing. Fun fact: I've actually performed in 4 operas in my hometown (Kelowna, BC)! Also love visual arts, poetry, knitting/crocheting, cooking, & being outdoors.
Locations: Mississauga/Oakville/Brampton/Etobicoke
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
SAMANTHA CHEUNG
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry
Bio: I am an amateur food blogger, environmentalist, ultimate frisbee player, mental health advocate, student leader, and aspiring algae scientist.
Locations: Downtown Toronto
Bio: Jalina is now pursuing a Master of Teaching degree to become a high school science teacher. Besides talking about science, Jalina also enjoys curling up with a good book and a nice cup of
coffee.
Locations: Etobicoke to downtown Toronto
Science Educator and MT Student
JALINA BIELASKA DA SILVA
EMILY DEIBERT
Bio: Outside of work, I enjoy reading, writing, biking, and spending time with my cat!
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics
T. 123-456-7890
DIETA JONES-BAUMGARDT
Research Analyst, Healthcare and Life Sciences Consulting
Bio: Cooking, being outside - going for hikes, hanging out at the park, running
Locations: west side, midtown and city center - accessible by
TTC
Bio: When I'm not thinking about other planets, I am outside enjoying our own! I love being outdoors, traveling and camping.
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics
TAYLOR KUTRA
T. 123-456-7890
DARA LO
Bio: Competitive women's ultimate frisbee and traveling to new places!
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate at the University of Toronto
Department of Molecular Genetics
ALYSA OBERTAS
Bio: I do theoretical work studying the long-term evolution of planetary systems to learn how observed systems have been dynamically sculpted to their present-day architectures. Outside of my research work, my biggest passion is ballet
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Astronomy and Astrophysics
MEHAK SAJJAD
Bio: I have worked as a global ambassador for university of Waterloo for 2 and half years. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music and playing boardgames. I am also I am extensively active with Ontario Network of Women in Engineering.
Locations: Mississauga/Oakville
Design and Planning
Oakville Hydro
SAHAR SAJJAD
Bio: I love making illustrations. I started off with watercolor and pencil sketches, but lately I am doing more of digital sketches and illustrations. My favourite ones are creating cartoons of family and friends
Locations: Mississauga
Civil Engineering Graduate, University of Waterloo
JILL SANDERSON
Bio: Whether it’s longboarding, swimming, or spending time in the park, I love being outside! On my lunch breaks you can usually catch me perusing record shops or grabbing a bite to eat in Chinatown.
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
MOHAMED SHAABAN
Bio: I empirically research the nature of the mysterious dark matter and dark energy using data on the large scale structure of the universe. I also specialize in building telescope carrying space crafts that fly via extremely large helium balloons
Locations: Downtown Toronto/North York
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Physics
Bio: I enjoy archery, boardgames, reading and painting. I also like dragons.
Locations: Downtown Toronto
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics
AYUSHI SINGH
SHUYAO TAN
Bio: My research focus is in the combined field of Chemical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence. Outside of school, I enjoy practicing archery, playing video games, reading comics and novels
Locations: Downtown Toronto
MSC Candidate, University of Toronto
Applied Science
Bio: In her graduate research on addictions, Karen is primarily interested in examining co-morbid disorders, specifically behavioral addictions and mental health correlates. In her spare time, Karen enjoys painting, volunteering, and traveling
Locations: Halifax, Canada
PhD Candidate, Dalhousie University
Clinical Psychology
KAREN TANG
T. 123-456-7890
DR. AMANDA VERI
Bio: Outside of science, I love cooking, baking, reading and doing crafts (sometimes even science crafts!)
Locations: Maple, Woodbridge or Richmond Hill area
Research Associate at the University of Toronto
Department of Molecular Genetics
VICKI ZHANG
Bio: Favourite pastimes include (in no particular order): reading, drinking tea, table tennis, dragon boat, lifting heavy things and running (but will never run away from any issues my mentees have!)
Locations: Mississauga; can commute to Toronto, Brampton, Etobicoke
Master of Science, University of Toronto
