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Annie Chen

Annie Chen is a sophomore at Tufts University pursuing a major in Clinical Psychology and International Literary and Cultural Studies. She is interested in examining the psychological factors that drive the prejudice, discrimination, and systemic inequities faced by minority groups, particularly within the context of forensic psychology. Outside of the lab, Annie enjoys painting, watching musicals, listening to jazz performances, and spending quality time with friends.

Dechen Chokey

Dechen Chokey is a senior at Tufts University, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Child Studies & Human Development. She is passionate about researching how identity-based inequalities such as those related to race, gender, and sexual orientation shape people's lived experiences. Dechen is particularly interested in the intersections of social inequalities and the criminal justice system. Outside of the lab, she enjoys fitness, cooking, thrifting, mindfulness, and spending time at social gatherings.

Husseina Nurbhai 

Husseina Nurbhai is a senior at Tufts University, majoring in BioPsychology with a minor in Child Study & Human Development. She is passionate about examining how intersecting systems of inequality hinder access to mental health resources and support. She is interested in the antecedents and consequences of systemic racism across various societal institutions. Outside of the lab, she enjoys cooking, thrifting, reading, and spending lots of time with friends who have become family abroad.

Lily Clarke

Lily Clarke (she/her) is a sophomore at Tufts University pursuing a major in Biology and minors in Medical Anthropology and Chemistry. She is interested in researching the consequences of prejudice and discrimination based on social, cultural, and environmental identities in how it impedes the application of medicine in the healthcare system. When not in the lab, Lily enjoys going out on long distance runs, exploring the old parts of Boston, and Dungeons and Dragons sessions with her friends. 

Maggie Zhang

Maggie Zhang (she/her) is a junior at Tufts University majoring in Psychology and Studio Arts, with minors in Film and Media Studies and Computer Science. Her research interests include the intersectional discrimination faced by marginalized groups within minority communities, its quantification, and its impacts on individuals, as well as the psychological effects of AI on human behavior. Outside the lab, Maggie enjoys photography, creative projects, and leading Mood Psychology, a club that applies psychology to real-world discussions through video content.

Neel Sharma

Neel Sharma (he/him) is a sophomore at Tufts University majoring in Biopsychology. Neel is interested in researching how current systems of inequality tied to race, gender, and sexual orientation impact individuals' access to mental health and healthcare services, as well as their broader lived experiences. Outside the lab, he enjoys distance running on the Somerville Bike path, reading fantasy novels, and playing with his two yorkies.