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Karly Feldheim

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Bio

I'm a full-time mom of two special needs young boys and I resumed my education 3 years ago as a full-time student, and Biochemistry major, minoring in Physics and Medical Sciences. Learning and growing is a daily pursuit of mine, and my dream is to earn a PhD. in Medical Biophysics, to continue my research, and advance in a STEM career. My boys love the sciences too, and I'm trying my best to be the best role model and inspiration for them. We've had a rough time, and I want to show them what you can accomplish with perseverance and determination.

Education

Wingate University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2027
  • Majors:
    • Physical Sciences, Other
    • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
  • Minors:
    • Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
    • Physics and Astronomy

Central Piedmont Community College

Associate's degree program
2023 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Biological and Physical Sciences

Old Bridge High School

High School
2000 - 2004

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Biological and Physical Sciences
    • Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
    • Physical Sciences, Other
    • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Research

    • Dream career goals:

      To utilize my inherent sense of curiosity, passion for science, and improving the lives of others, toward making significant contributions in medical biophysics, pharmacology, and/or genetic research in order to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. I eventually want to become a professor later on in my career, but when all is said and done, this has always been about providing for my children the kind of lives they've always deserved. I feel that the intersectionality of all the sciences that I pursue is a critical component of my goals.

    • Product Advisor

      Microsoft
      2009 – 20134 years

    Research

    • Biological and Physical Sciences

      Wingate University — Research student
      2024 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering