mit – Amgen Scholars

Corshai Williams

Baltimore, Maryland

“My ultimate career goal is to pursue a government position conducting forensic science research on trace evidence, explosives, and/or arsons.”

Vera Thornton

Tucson, Arizona

“It was validating for me to come into this environment, a top-tier research institution, and be able to participate and accomplish something.”

Anthony Preza

Montebello, California

“I got to spend a lot of time of time interacting with my mentors. I learned how they were thinking about the research, and it felt nice to have that understanding.”

Ivan Kent

Philadelphia, PA

“The Amgen Scholars Program has helped me realize my true calling in life as a scientist.”

Christopher Divsalar

San Francisco, CA

“I’ve received a taste of what it is like to be a ‘real life scientist’ and find it extremely exciting, challenging, and personally rewarding.”