Armita Fani Pakdel
I am a third-year Psychology student with a strong interest in health and social processes across the lifespan. I am passionate about translating research into accessible, community-centred knowledge that promotes well-being. With a comprehensive lens, I aim to make thoughtful contributions to research that advances our understanding of health and social processes.
Audrey Vo
Audrey is a fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in Cognitive Systems and minoring in Data Science. She is interested in topics such as health and cognitive psychology, as well as the intersection between psychology and computer science. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, baking, music, and reading.
Dipra Gulati
Dipra is a fourth year undergraduate student, majoring in Psychology. She is currently a research assistant for the Allies in Health study. Her research interests are in clinical, health, and developmental psychology. She is interested in understanding factors that predispose individuals to addictive behaviors, identifying neurobiological indicators linked to addiction, and developing strategies for prevention and treatment interventions. Beyond psychology, she enjoys reading, cooking and cherishing sunsets at the beach!
Emma Furland
Emma is a fourth year undergraduate student majoring in psychology and minoring in education. She is interested in how social stigma impacts the ways older adults with disabilities cope with their condition. During her free time Emma enjoys painting, volunteering, and spending time with her friends.
Ervin Cadiz
Ervin is a fourth year undergraduate student majoring in Psychology. Having served as a program assistant for multiple community outreach and mental health support programs serving vulnerable populations throughout Metro Vancouver, Ervin is passionate about studying the intersections between health and psychology and understanding the facilitators and barriers that allow or prevent people from living healthy and fulfilling lives, particularly when it comes to their mental health and well-being. In his free time, he enjoys reading and exploring the local Vancouver music scene.
India Nornes
My name is India Nornes and I am a third year student majoring in Psychology, and minoring in Biology. My current research interests include the interconnection between psychological and physiological well-being, and how social interactions can optimize older adult mental health. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, running, skiing, playing tennis, and anything that has to do with the outdoors.
Lana Navarro
Lana is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Psychology. Her research interests span both cognitive and clinical domains, with a particular focus on memory and aging. Outside of academics, she enjoys expressing herself through various forms of art, including painting, singing, and exploring fashion.
Riley Brown
My name is Riley Brown, and I am a fourth-year student majoring in Psychology and minoring in Sociology. I also play for UBC’s Field Hockey team, and enjoy other outdoor activities such as skiing, running with my dog, and going on hikes and walks with friends and a coffee! I am interested in developmental psychology, particularly optimizing well-being throughout the life span.
Ruri Aoki
Ruri is a third year undergraduate student majoring in psychology. Her research interests include the effects of social interaction and stress on aging and recovery from injuries and disabilities. She is also interested in the relationship between anxiety and developmental disabilities. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading and spending time with friends and family.
Saray Membreno
Saray is a fourth year undergraduate student pursuing an honours psychology degree, and minoring in family studies. She is currently a research assistant for the Allies in Health study. She is passionate about topics ranging from clinical, health, to developmental psychology. This includes further understanding the comorbidities of anxiety and eating disorders in adolescents, and their corresponding biopsychosocial effects on health and wellbeing. In her free time, she enjoys cafe hopping with friends across the city and baking new recipes.
Villanelle Yuan
Villanelle is a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Psychology. Her research interests span clinical, health, and social psychology, particularly in enhancing older adults’ well-being. She is also interested in how culture shapes cognitive processing in depression and anxiety. In her free time, Villanelle enjoys bouldering, hiking, and photography.