2007-2008 Engineering Ambassadors: Azadeh Poursaid

Major: Biomedical Engineering Major with a Chemistry Minor

Hometown: Salt Lake City, Utah

Why I'm an Engineering Ambassador

To teach young students about the fascinating aspects of engineering and show them that it's not an impossible field to shy away from.

What I'm working on

Research on a vaginal ring along with work on several other rings that we're hoping to be used to administer anti-HIV drugs in the Kiser Microbicide Lab.

Why I like the U's College of Engineering

The faculty and advisors are fabulous as are the programs and the numerous opportunities to begin your own research project.

What I plan to do

Continue school pursuing an MD-PhD and possibly specializing in a branch of surgery.

Do you have any hobbies outside of studying, working and attending school?

I love to travel, go on hikes and camping trips, and relaxing in front of the TV.