<p> Hello! My name is Joyce Kwack, and I’m currently a senior and a co-president! I decided to join iGEM because it sounded like a good way to get ahead in the fields that I wanted to study later in life. It was also a way to work with people who had similar interests as I did, which is probably one of my favorite parts of iGEM. Other hobbies I have are playing the violin and reading. </p>
<p>My name is Yatish, and I am a senior at RBHS. I joined iGEM to explore my passion for chemistry and synthetic biology, where I love diving into research and tackling challenging scientific questions. In iGEM, I’ve been involved in literature analysis, lab work, and modeling for our projects. Outside the lab, I’m a Quiz Bowl enthusiast and love immersing myself in a good book.</p>
<p>Hello! My name is Simeon Kim and I am currently one of the junior co-presidents and a part of the Math Modeling team and Wetlab team. I joined iGEM because of the research opportunities it presented and the chance to grow in my skills on MatLab. Some of my friends were also part of the club, which has made it a lot more fun! Other than participating in iGEM, I love to 3D model with Solidworks!</p>
<p>Hi! My name is Lauren Tangenberg and I am the iGEM club Secretary and wetlab team member. I am a senior this year, and I joined iGEM because I was thrilled about the opportunity for research and lab experience. My favorite class is AP Bio, and I hope to really make a difference in the world one day solving problems using biology. Outside of iGEM, I am captain of the high school varsity dance team, school ambassador, and member of the California Scholarship Federation. I also love cooking, baking, and crafting in my spare time. </p>
<p>Hi, my name is Ryan Canino. I am Treasurer for iGEM, as well as part of the Human Practices aspect of iGEM. I joined iGEM initially since I wanted to understand more of the coding aspects, but was drawn to the money management and fundraising aspects of the club instead! Apart from iGEM, I enjoy playing volleyball, coding, and socializing!</p>
<p>Hi, my name is Peyton and I’m a senior and the wiki lead at IGEM. I initially joined IGEM to help with the website, but I also find it interesting to learn about the science behind our projects. A lot of my friends were also in IGEM, so I figured that it would be a good opportunity to spend time with them. Outside of IGEM, I am also in the RBHS robotics team, Science Olympiad, and a STEM-based nonprofit.</p>
<p>Hi! I am Aadit Jain. I’m a senior and part of the MATLAB team. I joined iGEM to improve my modeling skills and see the integration of biology and math. Outside of iGEM, I’m president of the Math Club and Reverse-Engineering Club and Vice-President of the Preserve and Conserve Club.</p>
<p>Hello my name is Robert. I’m a senior and the lead of Math Modeling. I joined iGEM to work with MATLAB, get experience with Math Modeling, and because many of my friends were in iGEM. Outside of IGEM I am part of the RBHS Robotics Team, in Science Olympiad, do Tae Kwon Do and make amateur compositions on the piano.</p>
<p>Hi! I am Madhav Patel. I am a senior and part of the wet lab, human practices, and social media team. I joined iGEM because their previous year's projects got me interested and it is a good way to actively take part in research. Apart from iGEM, I am in the Science Olympiad team, badminton team, and Art for All. I also enjoy drawing and playing the piano. </p>
<p>Hi, I’m Andy. I am a junior and part of the wetlab and math modeling team. I joined iGEM since I saw it as a great opportunity for first-hand research to gain experience. Aside from this, I also enjoy watching movies and reading. </p>
<p>Hi! My name is Yubin Cha. I am part of the MATLAB team and an incoming senior. I joined iGem to help me learn more about the fields I might be working in, and I was curious to learn more about science. Another thing that made me consider joining iGem was that many of my friends were also in iGem and I was excited to share this common interest with them. Outside of iGem, I am the CSF Treasurer and some of my hobbies include tennis and reading.</p>
<p>Hello, my name is Ryoka Imaizumi. I’m a senior member of the club, and I’m taking part in the Wetlab and social media posts. What I like about the club is that I can get a lot of inspiration through the lab experiences. Other hobbies I enjoy are watching movies and baking. </p>
<p>Hi, my name is Mason Pearce. I am a senior and I am a part of the Wetlab and Human Practices team. I joined iGEM because I had an interest in the sciences like biology and chemistry early on in school, and interacting with these subjects through clubs and research is very amusing and fascinating. Beyond iGEM, I enjoy language learning, participating in community events in my home state, and being a member of the Preserve and Conserve Club and the American Cancer Society.</p>
<p>Hello! My name is Thomas Kuo, and I’m currently a senior and a member of Wetlab. I joined Wetlab because a friend of mine asked me to join. Other than iGEM I like hanging out with friends and sleeping.</p>
<p>Hi, this is Soyun. I'm currently a junior member of Wetlab. I joined iGEM because they were holding club meetings in my usual lunch spot. Although I didn’t take the club seriously at first, I’ve grown to love iGEM. Now, I’m committed to staying involved until I graduate. It has greatly enhanced my understanding of biology and biochemistry, and I’ve become more interested in these fields.</p>
<p> Hello, my name’s Andrew, I am a senior part of the graphic design and website development for RBHS iGEM. I joined on recommendation from fellow associates and a resonance for learning I believe could be reached through helping out with graphic design. Outside of Igem I am in robotics and NHS.</p>
<p>Hello my name is Vishnu, I am a sophomore. I joined IGEM to learn from other academically oriented students and mentors. I am part of the Math Modeling subgroup, the human practices subgroup and the Lit review subgroup. Outside of IGEM I am a member of Quizbowl, Academic League and Math Club</p>