Selena Kim

I am a freshman at University of Southern California majoring in Pharmacology and Drug Development. With my deepest interest in drug synthesis, I aim to contribute to the global community by advocating for equal distribution of pharmaceutical technology, particularly in developing medicines for diseases that predominantly affect specific nations.

• Republic of Korea Representative, European Contest for Young Scientists (36 countries), Brussels
• 1st Place, Gangwon Science Fair, Gangwon
• Minister of Science & ICT Award, 68th National Science Fair, Seoul
• Silver Medal, Biochemistry, Korean Science Engineering Fair, Seoul
• Winner, Medicine Category, Transcending Ideas Global Essay Competition, London
• Top 5% Global, Honor Roll, Certificate of Distinction, American Math Competitions
• USC UG funding ,$2000

• Provided emotional comfort and support to pediatric patients, creating a friendly and reassuring environment during their treatments.
• Facilitated engaging recreational activities and therapeutic exercises tailored to children's individual needs and abilities.
• Assisted clinical staff in ensuring efficient care delivery by restocking rooms, helping with patient discharge procedures, and maintaining organized spaces.

• Increased awareness about global temperature rise and climate change using MIT-developed climate simulation programs.
• Delivered interactive educational workshops and presentations to young students, fostering understanding of climate science and sustainability.